Gary Taylor on drums, Milo Otmar on bass, Anthony Smith or Mark Moorhead on keys.
Influences
Jeff Beck, Eric Johnson, Eric Clapton, George Benson, Steely Dan, Robben Ford, Larry Carlton
Sounds Like
The Hank Easton Group features the inspiring guitar work by Hank Easton. From original material to covers by guitar greats such as Jeff Beck, Larry Carlton, George Benson, The Steely Dan session guys, Robben Ford, and Hendrix to name a few, this band delivers high energy rock/jazz/blues fusion.
A musician who has been labeled “San Diego’s best kept secret,” Hank Easton may not be able to hang on to this moniker much longer. The secret is quickly coming out of the bag. Arguably the best guitarist in the San Diego area, he is rapidly attracting fans worldwide to his unique style of jazz-pop-rock-fusion guitar playing and songwriting. With the release of three new CDs of original music in just the past year, Easton is destined to become a important figure in jazz/rock guitar and composition over the next few years.
Easton has spent nearly his entire life with a guitar in his hands. Originally from New York, Easton began playing guitar at age five. He was classically trained at The Cleveland Institute of Music from early childhood until age 17. During those years he also began playing electric guitar, counting among his influences the premier guitarists/artists of the time—Hendrix, Jeff Beck, Steely Dan, Carlton, Benson, Clapton, S. Wonder, Howe, Santana, Frampton, and others.
Already a seasoned club guitarist after graduating from The Ohio State University in 1985, Easton decided to move to Southern California. He continued developing his own style and gaining new fans. While Hank has sustained his love of classical music and acoustic guitar, he is known mostly for his prowess on the electric guitar.
Easton's artistic fluency and versatility as a guitarist immediately established him as an in-demand performer, sideman and studio musician on the Southern California circuit. In addition to his solo guitar work he has a four-piece fusion band, “The Hank Easton Group,” which displays all facets of his guitar work. Easton is currently the featured guitarist in San Diego's most popular award-winning tribute band, "The Steely Damned."
Aside from live performances, Easton continues producing in his studio. The first new recordings since “Show Me A Sign” in 1995, Easton recently released three new CDs: “Snapshots,” “Nylon and Steel” and “Eleven.” Currently, he is also writing and recording for television and film.
It has been said that “you can’t keep some secrets for long.” Now you are in on it too!
Muchisimas gracias por todos sus deseos y apoyo. Ha sido increible la cantidad de personas que me han respuesto y que me han felicitado. Que orgullo para mi tener tantas personas luchando conmigo a realizar este sueño. Por favor continúa escuchando mi musica y visitandome en mi pagina. Les mando un beso y un fuerte abrazo!! Alex
Thanks so much for your kind wishes and support. The amount of people that have responded has been incredible. I'm so proud to have you as a fan and helping me to realize my dream. Please continue to listen to my music and visit my myspace page. Big hug and kisses! Alex
Thanks much for the add. I was talking to a guy that used to play bass with The Steely Damned last night. Sometimes it seems like a small world after all. My best to you. JP
I hope you have a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous 2009! Things are pluging along here... I'm almost done with the Gatica touch-ups and they sound AWESOME! We're hoping a deal can be landed in Jan.... it would be a great way to start the new year! All my best to you and your family!
