Press kit, Cody Dickinson · Press kit, official use
Cody Dickinson is a multifaceted artist whose journey through American roots music is deeply grounded in family heritage and a collaborative spirit. As a member of North Mississippi Allstars, which he co-founded with his brother Luther Dickinson in 1996, Cody has established himself as a Grammy-nominated musician, songwriter, producer, and filmmaker. His musical lineage traces back to his father, Jim Dickinson, a Memphis musical icon who worked with legendary artists like the Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan, providing Cody with an extraordinary musical foundation from an early age. Throughout his career, Cody has been a prolific collaborator, sharing the stage with the likes of the Allman Brothers, Slash, Mavis Staples, and Patty Griffin. He has also recorded with Robert Plant, Noel Gallagher, Cisco Adler, Laverne Cox, Victoria Justice, Adam Lambert, and Les Claypool and produced a wide range of artists, including Aaron Neville, Lucero, and Ian Siegal. The recording "Stompin' Ground" by Aaron Neville and The Dirty Dozen Brass Band from the Take Me to the River soundtrack (co-produced by Cody) earned a Grammy Award. He has contributed to multiple film soundtracks and scored music for productions like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show's" 40th anniversary. His work has been recognized with numerous accolades, including five Grammy nominations and four Blues Music Award nominations, including two for Drummer of the Year. Cody's artistic journey extends far beyond music, encompassing film production and documentary work. Among his film projects is the award winning documentary he produced and co-created, “Take Me to the River.” An incredible journey through the music of Memphis, the film brings multiple generations of award-winning Memphis and Mississippi Delta musicians together and captures the creative process of recording a historic new album.
