The youngest of five brothers, Gomez spent his childhood fly fishing in New Mexico and exploring the mountains of Kansas where his parents own a farm.
[3] As a child, Gomez was influenced by the country and blues sounds of Johnny Cash and Big Bill Broonzy.
The two soon collaborated, co-writing a handful of songs that would appear on Mullins' next two albums, and touring throughout the U.S. together as young Gomez built up a fan base opening for the musical veteran.
Rule The World put Gomez on the charts, Esquire naming the title track one of the top 10 "Best New Songs" at the time.
[6] Gomez has shared the stage with hundreds of highly revered Americana artists including Shawn Mullins, James McMurtry, Buddy Miller, Jim Lauderdale, Patty Griffin, and John Hiatt.