Terry Winchell & The Fine Line

Welcome to my website. Allow me to present my bandmates, my new musical incarnation. Jim Goodkind, on lead guitar and vocals. Jim possesses an impressive background, having recorded with esteemed artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Bonnie Raitt, and Van Morrison. He was a founding member of the folk group Milkwood on Paramount Records alongside Ric Ocasek and Ben Orr of The Cars. Jay Leutwyler on the bass and vocals. Originally from Clovis, NM, Jay was signed to the Atco record label at the age of 16 with his band, Group Axis. He has performed with various popular southwest bands, including Dem Bones, a favored ensemble in the Albuquerque area, which released several studio and live albums. The chemistry among us was evident from our initial rehearsal. By amalgamating my original compositions, our shared sensibilities, and numerous artistic commonalities, we have created an enchanting effect. Our trio's compositions showcase Jim's melodic lead guitar, Jay's bass sound, and my lead vocals and rhythm guitar, alongside three-part harmony and seamless singing on the duets. Our performances encompass a blend of my unique eclectic compositions and distinctive renditions of beloved artists within the Americana genre. Spanning from bluesy and folk to country rock, our music occasionally emanates an ethereal quality, coupled with numerous lively, danceable tunes. Check out full bios below.

Terry Winchell

Bio

Terry Winchell

Singer-songwriter Terry Winchell grew up on the East End of Long Island, New York, where she was surrounded by the serene beauty of farmland and the ocean. Her music is a beautiful blend of her deep love for nature and her rich experiences as a traveling balladeer. Terry's music reflects a diverse range of influences, with artists like Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Otis Redding, and Bonnie Raitt shaping her unique style.

Terry has had a vibrant musical career, performing at various large and intimate venues as both a headliner and an opening act in the USA and around the world. She has had the privilege of opening for renowned artists such as John Hammond, Taj Mahal, Hot Tuna, Laura Nyro, Pete Seeger, and Lenny Kravitz. Terry’s heartfelt songwriting and music draw from her personal experiences while resonating with universal themes.

After releasing her album "Blue Flower," Terry made the move to the Land Of Enchantment and now calls Corrales, New Mexico, her home.

James Goodkind

Since learning guitar as a teenager in the mid ‘60s from Chicago blues great Harvey Mandel (Charlie Musselwhite, Canned Heat, Rolling Stones), Jim Goodkind went on to play, record, and tour with bandmates of Bruce Springsteen, Bonnie Raitt, Van Morrison, The Chambers Brothers, The Cars, and a variety of singers and songwriters. Currently living in Corrales, New Mexico, he is originally from New York and has lived in Chicago and San Francisco. After a hiatus to make a living as an executive for a printing/packaging company catering to the entertainment business, Jim has returned to the guitar, his original love.

Jay Leutwyler

Originally from North Texas, Jay grew up in Clovis, New Mexico. As a teenager, Jay learned to play bass guitar from Stan Lark of the Fireballs before joining his first band, The Shi Guys, in Clovis. Then in the late 60’s, he formed Group Axis, which recorded at the Norman Petty Studios in Clovis and landed a recording contract with Atco Records. After several years of touring with Group Axis until they disbanded, Jay went to Cleveland, Ohio, where he joined the Andrew Rollins Band, which recorded at the Suma Recording Studio. Upon returning to New Mexico, Jay hooked up with Dem Bones in Albuquerque, where they recorded two studio albums and two live albums during their tenure on the local club circuit.