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Inspiration Memories of what a truly decent human being my father was continue to inspire me on a regular basis.
For Fans Of The Byrds, Roger McGuinn, Gram Parsons, Buffalo Springfield, Neil Young, Steven Stills, Richie Furay, Creedence Clearwater Revival, John Fogerty, America, Lobo, Bread, Eagles, Foghat, Rod Price, Tom Petty, Hooters
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biography
I am a fiercely independent ASCAP (JetPac Music) vocalist/multi-instrumentalist/songwriter/publisher based out of the state of Colorado who's been involved with lots of different styles of music in the past, and the odd thing is I never really listened to -- or was consciously influenced by -- "Country-style" music specifically growing up in the Northeast. However, I am very inspired by life here in Colorado, which to me clearly comes across in my music - it is simply an awesome place to be and see.
The different parts of songs such as those in my audio player more or less just exist in my head in bits and pieces that I put together to consciously construct something musical -- and something I consider a true gift. All I can say is that whatever I write is definitely "me," which is a great feeling. Most of all, I would describe myself (and what I do best) as a "creator of hooks with conviction" - regardless of the genre.
I don't really aspire to be a live performer at this stage of the game, but rather a behind-the-scenes creative force who crafts catchy and memorable songs that can hopefully stand the test of time well. I recently finished up a full-length debut album of songs that includes the ones in the audio player above entitled "No Gamble" on which I do the songwriting, perform the vocals, play the instruments and do the production as well.
I am also proud to say that my father was a main player in discovering Rock And Roll Hall Of Famer Gene Pitney, and became his first professional music business manager in 1959 while Pitney sang in the obscure vocal duo Jamie & Jane.
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