Jimmie Tramel

Tulsa World Scene Reporter

O nce upon a time, if someone talked about Jake Banfield’s release, they could have been referencing his shot mechanics in basketball.

He’s got a different kind of release on the way.

A former all-state guard from Mannford turned music artist, Banfield is staging a release show for his debut album 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25 at The Vanguard. For tickets, go to thevanguardtulsa.com .

“It’s exciting because I’ve toured a bit but never played Tulsa,” Banfield said. “For my first Tulsa show to also be the night my debut album drops makes it even more special. Getting to play these songs for my family and friends for the first time will be a memory I never forget.”

Banfield’s family tree has deep roots in athletics. An injury led him to a differen

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