Biography
Kevin Bacon is an acclaimed American actor and musician best known for his extensive film career spanning decades. Beyond his work in cinema, Bacon has maintained a parallel musical career, forming The Bacon Brothers with his brother Michael in 1995, a folk-rock duo that has released seven albums and performed extensively. Bacon's musical ventures extend beyond his primary band; he has appeared as a guest performer with other artists and has demonstrated a genuine passion for music across multiple genres including folk, rock, soul, and country. His involvement in music has been characterized by a collaborative spirit and a willingness to participate in creative projects that align with his artistic interests, whether through his brother's band or guest appearances with established acts.
Fun Facts
- Kevin Bacon sings with the Old 97's in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, where he performed as lead vocalist on their 2018 song 'Here It Is Christmastime' alongside the band members who portrayed an alien rock group
- Bacon has serenaded his own goats on Instagram, demonstrating his playful approach to music beyond professional performances
- Director James Gunn specifically requested Kevin Bacon's involvement in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special because Bacon had been referenced in previous Guardians films, creating a meta-cinematic musical moment
Musical Connections
Key Collaborators
- Michael Bacon - Brother and co-founder of The Bacon Brothers musical duo (The Bacon Brothers (7 studio albums)) [1995–present]
- Old 97's - Guest vocalist and performer in The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (singing lead on 'Here It Is Christmastime')) [2022]
Discography
Albums
| Title | Release Date | Type |
|---|---|---|
| The Bondsman: Hell And Back | 2025-04-04 | Album |
| Where The Truth Lies (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) | 2005-11-01 | Album |
Top Tracks
- Here It Is Christmastime (The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (Original Soundtrack))
- Hell And Back (The Bondsman: Hell And Back)
- Will The Circle Be Unbroken (The Bondsman: Hell And Back)
- Our Highway (The Bondsman: Hell And Back)
- Red Flags (The Bondsman: Hell And Back)
- Hell and Back Again (The Bondsman: Hell And Back)
- Digging (The Bondsman: Hell And Back)
- Special Kind Of Crazy (The Bondsman: Hell And Back)
- House Cleaning/Houston, We Have A Problem - From "Apollo 13" Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Apollo 13 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack))
- Out Of Time/Shut Her Down - From "Apollo 13" Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Apollo 13 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack))
External Links
References
Heard on WWOZ
Kevin Bacon, Old 97s has been played 1 time on WWOZ 90.7 FM, New Orleans' jazz and heritage station.
| Date | Time | Title | Show | Spotify |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 21, 2025 | 23:11 | Here It Is Christmastimefrom The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (Original Soundtrack | What's Neww/ Duane Williams |