Alex Mejias – Lead Vocals and Acoustic Guitar Tony Lucido – Bass Ben Phillips – Drums Chris Graffagnino – Electric
Guitars Kris Donegan – Electric Guitars Ben Shive – Keys Kenny Hudson – Mandolin, Pedal Steel, Lap Steel Chris
Estopinal – Background Vocals Geoff White – Background Vocals Kirk Yoquelet – Percussion Andy Hunt – Percussion,
Keys, Background Vocals
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Influences
The Beatles, U2, Steve Lillywhite, Daniel Lanois, Jon Brion, Seal, Jars of Clay, Patty Griffin, Stevie Wonder, Barry White, Jeff Buckley, Bob Dylan.
"Alex Mejias plays well-crafted, memorable songs with heartfelt lyrics. He's an artist to watch, and already has built a very dedicated fan base...take the time to listen to his music without distraction."
- Brad Savage (106.1 The Corner)
"Mejias' music is a welcome addition for fans of Jackson Browne or more contemporary artists such as Josh Rouse and John Mayer."
- Ryan Muldoon (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
UVA Law grad turned singer/songwriter Alex Mejias is carving out his place in the vibrant Charlottesville music scene. With a slew of songs that are fresh and original, his self-titled CD release (Jan '08) carries a classic indie-rock sound that combines melodic hooks with industry-free indie originality. Playing as a soloist or with a full band, Alex's brand of upbeat pop/rock easily lends itself to almost every musical setting.
After finishing law school and passing the bar exam Alex began pursuing music full time, performing throughout Virginia and beyond. No stranger to the stage, Alex has been a performing songwriter and musician for the past ten years. Before appearing as a solo artist his music career has included playing drums with the Nashville rock band Florez, and acoustic guitar and lead vocals for the Charlottesville band Portrait of Another. Alex has performed on numerous stages throughout the East Coast and beyond including the NorVa, Gravity Lounge, Iota, the Jewish Mother and Satellite Ballroom. Alex’s trademark groove and high energy bring each song to life at live performances. No two shows are alike and every show is full of the intensity and sonority that makes the live concert truly unique.
When he's not on stage, Alex can be found at Christ Episcopal Church at 5PM each Sunday night leading the music for Anglican College Ministry (ACM). The music of ACM is fresh and original, as can be heard on its April 2007 release “High Street Hymns” which features new musical arrangements of classic hymn texts written and performed by Alex Mejias and former ACM band member Ross Byrd. “I wanted to localize our music,” Mejias says in reference to the High Street Hymns CD, “but I also wanted it to be a resource to other churches looking to combine the lyrical depth of hymns with a more current musical sound and style.” For more information about High Street Hymns visit www.HighStreetHymns.com or
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i can't help but wonder what divinity is at work in ur recent request to add me to ur "friend list" ...have u heard of me here in charlottesville? i've listened to ur sample tracks here and enjoy the sentiment a great deal. i knew there was something more to u. i found it in the last few lines of ur bio. worship leader?
Very cool. Thanks for letting me know of the two outlets. I think I am the only person in America without an ipod, but I do use itunes on my computer so I can play you there. I'll keep listening! Thanks.
Thanks. My sister has you as a friend and I thought it was cool to see you there, too. I just added your song "If I stay" to my page. Love the word pictures and the tempo. Next paycheck I will have to get the CD. Hope the weekend is going well. Saturday is almost gone. Hopefully I cram a little more into it before it fades.
