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Jay Oliver
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LOS ANGELES, California
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Member Since9/16/2006
Band Websitewww.jayoliver.com
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   About Jay Oliver

Ask anyone who has known or worked professionally with Jay Oliver and they will tell you: this guy is one of the most gifted and respected composers, producers, and pianists you could ever hope to meet.

A longtime friend and collaborator with Dave Weckl who helped spearhead Dave's first three solo releases and who also appeared on the Dave Weckl Band's first two releases ("Rhythm of the Soul" and "Synergy"), Jay's musical portfolio is extremely diverse and impressive.

At age 19, Jay was already performing with legendary trumpeter Maynard Ferguson. Later, while running a production studio in St. Louis, Jay was approached by a young schoolteacher named Sheryl Crow, who was interested in learning more about music and becoming a singer. Years later, as best of friends, they wrote and collaborated on many songs together which ultimately became Crow's first record for A&M Records. Some of the songs Oliver and Crow had written were recorded by the likes of Celine Dion, Wynonna Judd and many others.

At heart, Jay has always been a jazz musician, but his mainstream/pop sensibilities have been well utilized. He spent several years writing, recording, producing and performing as part of Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band, and also wrote, recorded, produced and performed with Glenn Frey and The Eagles. Jay has also worked with Joe Walsh, Bonnie Raitt, Boz Skaggs, Keith Thomas, Jay Graydon, Chick Corea, Peter Mayer, and many more.

After leaving the DWB in 1999, Jay became very interested in exploring various indigenous forms of world music – and put together a world music project with friend and visionary Ricky Gannaway. The project is called “AO” and their exploits resulted in journeys to Indonesia, Ireland, and India. They received a special invitation to China, where they worked with the exclusive CBC Children’s Choir to create theme music for the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing (make sure to play the "AO" promo video in the left column of this page - and turn up the sound!).

In the past few years, Jay has embarked on an exploratory pilgrimage to a land boasting of perhaps the richest of musical cultures: India. There, he was introduced to a paradox of freshly new and traditionally authentic Indian music styles; so profound that one could say Jay's his life has changed both musically and spiritually. In India, Jay worked with Sandeep Chowta - one of India's most popular and prolific composers, who served as both ambassador and mentor to the cutting-edge Indian scene as well as it’s deep and powerful musical roots.

Currently, Jay is working on a record with Russ Kunkel, a highly-respected session drummer who is best-known for his work with James Taylor, Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt, Lyle Lovett, and many others. Russ is one of the most recorded drummers in history, appearing on a countless number of hit records.

In 2007, Jay will be recording a solo piano CD. This CD will reflect Jay's commitment over the past three years to return to his piano roots.


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hubcap

hubcap



Dec 27 2009 7:50 AM

jay, thanks for the add and the friendship. hope you have a wonderful new year!
Black Cat Bone

Black Cat Bone



Dec 5 2009 3:14 PM

Hi Jay,
Thanks for your friendship. Great music!
Greetings from Germany & all the best,
Uli





Chris (Ladies man Indeed.)

Chris Hamlin



Dec 5 2009 2:57 PM

Thanks for the add Jay and i really enjoy your music too.  Take Care and Peace Out.
Robert Karasek - Keyboardist

Robert Karasek - Keyboardist



Nov 25 2009 11:02 AM

Everybody should need + know a keyboardist, right ?! :)

Cool to meet you up here...
Hit me up whenever you need an additional keyboardist - live & recording! :)

Greetz from Germany :)
Robert Karasek
--

Friends will be friends
When you're in need of love they give you care and attention
(QUEEN, 1986)

Nishmah Audio Digital

Nishmah Audio Digital



Oct 6 2009 3:56 PM

Hello from Chicago Jay...
 

Scot Tomaras

Scot Tomaras



Apr 8 2009 2:19 PM

Jay...Thanks for the add !
Stephane Bardad

Stephane Bardad



Apr 7 2009 7:22 PM

Mr Oliver,Thank you very much for accepting the request,you are great,stephane
Yan Kayary

Yan Carlo F.K.langer



Mar 23 2009 6:22 PM

Hey Jay!
Johannes Zetterberg

Johannes Zetterberg



Feb 18 2009 8:57 PM



Johannes Zetterberg's debut solo CD "Luna Nueva" - featuring special guests Jay Oliver (Dave Weckl/Dave Weckl Band/AO), Jason Rebello (Sting/Wayne Shorter/Jeff Beck), Eric Marienthal (Chick Corea Elektric Band/Lee Ritenour/The Rippingtons) & Otmaro Ruiz (Frank Gambale/Gino Vannelli/John McLaughlin) - is now available for purchase on CD Baby, Abstract Logix & Itunes!

Make sure you check it out!!
Leah!

Leah!



Jan 26 2009 4:50 AM

DID I JUST HEAR YOUR NAME AND SEE YOU ON TV ON A THS? YES I DID...
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Jan 7 2009 8:44 PM

what is the legendary Jay Oliver up to these days?
been missing ya since Syngery.

cheers,
-mars
Red

Red



Dec 25 2008 5:33 PM

Hey Jay!! How are you?
Happy Christmas!! :-)

A big hug!

Red
Nishmah Audio Digital

Nishmah Audio Digital



Nov 22 2008 1:57 AM

Hello from Chicago Jay...
FER VIDAL

FER VIDAL



Oct 26 2008 5:48 PM

un abrazo felicidades jay eres de los mejores arreglistas del mundo.
Johannes Zetterberg

Johannes Zetterberg



Oct 23 2008 11:22 PM

New sampler from the upcoming debut CD "Luna Nueva" added!

Featuring (among others): Aron Mellergårdh, Erik Linder, Jens Filipsson & Jonathan Fritzén
+ special guests: Jay Oliver, Jason Rebello, Eric Marienthal & Otmaro Ruiz.


Make sure you check it out!!
Simon Strauss

Simon Strauss



Sep 18 2008 4:36 PM

Hi Jay !


Nice to count you among my Myspace friends !

I invite you to listen to my songs, see you soon…!

Simon
Leah!

Leah!



Aug 14 2008 4:59 AM

Hello Jay, A million thanks! You made my day...Best wishes always Leah
DurandDurand

DurandDurand



Aug 4 2008 11:34 AM

Thanx for your talent!
Christophe
Get Bu$y

Get Bu$y



Jul 31 2008 10:53 AM

I was just listening to Hard Wired! You're a genius!
wildflower

wildflower



Jun 26 2008 9:58 PM

Thanks so much for the connection.

Wishing you a great day!

Peace,
Liz
marcusmillergear. com
Eric

Eric



Jun 22 2008 6:32 AM

Thanks for the ad Jay.
Keep on making great music!!!!!
Graham Lindstrom (Guitarist, Keyboard and Bass)

Graham Lindstrom  (Guitarist, Keyboard and Bass)



Jun 9 2008 11:35 PM

Thanks for the 'add' Jay!!
great musician.. love the work with Dave Weckl too.
have a great week....Graham L.... London
Yan Kayary

Yan Carlo F.K.langer



May 12 2008 11:51 PM

ONE OF MY FAVORITE KEYBOARDS PLAYER & ARRANGER!
♥Alina ♥

alina stremple



May 9 2008 3:28 AM

hi jay just stopping by to say hello.. when
are you comming to los angeles.. stay in touch ..ali
Patrick Yandall

Patrick Yandall



May 5 2008 9:49 PM

Hi Jay, Love your playing. Hope you are doing well. My new CD "Laws of Groovity" is #17 on the indie smooth jazz charts and #8 on Music Choice for Smooth Jazz. Available on iTunes, Amazon. com, CDBaby. com, & Target. com. Hope you are having a great day and thank you for being my friend.
Peace, Patrick
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