JOSH CHARLES -- Bass guitar, acoustic & semi-acoustic guitar, mini-keyboard, clarinet, in charge of mask & vocals. GRAHAM KNOX-drums
and percussion. (We may have just found our keyboard player but if
not, we shall let you know soon...) -J&G-
影響
There are so many and they are varied!
However some strong influences are: The Beatles, King Crimson, J.S. Bach, Brian Wilson, Weather Report, Henry Cow, John Mclaughlin, Billy Cobham, Robert Lamm, Peter Cetera, Peter Hammill, David Bowie, Sting, Zappa & Beefheart, Simon & Garfunkel, ELP, Pink Floyd, The Clash, Flash, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Jack Bruce, Chris Squire, Big Jesus, Al Pacino, John Cale, Blondie, The Rolling Stones, National Health, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Tchaikovsky, the Wizard of Oz munchkins, Ozzy, Tool, Stanley Kubrick, Arthur Lee and... there's just so much more to!!..
風格近似
...ourselves-:)
But some have compared us sounding like early King Crimson meets late 60's Beatles with a touch of Sting, Van Der Graaf Generator & J.S. Bach to round out the mix. Some classic folk-like influences have been compared within the sound as well, such as Simon & Garfunkel + Arlo Guthrie. There's also strong hints of George Harrison & John Lennon influence in some of JC's tunes for instance -- but you be the judge.
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The life and times of JOSH CHARLES where it's come to being a musician and writer has been nothing short of interesting and unique. JC wrote his first song--("Child of the Sun") in its basic form at the tender age of 14 which later became a "stamp" on his first J.C.Bosco CD*. And even prior to that, JC performed an acoustic version of Simon & Garfunkel's "Sounds of Silence" in New Lincoln elementary school with another New Lincoln student-(ironically also named Josh) inwhich a standing ovation took place afterwards. His commitment to music has been consistent and unshakeable. For example, when attending the High School of Music & Art, he realized while studying the upright bass that a good singing bassist was in demand in rock music -- so he wasted little time in learning the electric bass in not only rock, but other musical forms as well like jazz, classical and free form music. He also kept up his voice studies. Some of JC's fellow Music & Arters included such players as Marcus Miller, Bela Fleck and Omar Hakim,etc. "There was alot of respect for each other and 'healthy competition' around that time" as JC says. This contributed greatly to JC's original style and development as a bassplayer & songwriter. In the mid-70's he played in various bands while developing his personal style as musician -- some of those bands included "Syndrome" which featured LOUIS JIMINEZ on guitar who even at that early stage, played with the noteable Rat Race Choir. Syndrome's strongest gig was clearly the "Battle of the Band's" contest that was held at a public school in Manhattan where each member gave the audience something very unexpected: an energetic, stirring rendition of King Crimson's "21st Century Schizoid Man"-(all the other bands were more typical "dance bands"). Syndrome came in 2nd place out of 7 bands, later being told they probably would've come in 1st, had it not been due to the shock of their musical style and approach. "3rd Rail" as well as the San Francisco influenced "Chocolate Mexicane"--(led by LAUREN WEST) were other groups that featured JC as a strong bassist and singer. Circa 1981, JC founded his first original group "The Flow" which drew heavily upon early Moody Blues/King Crimson "jam" influence --(among other groups) incorporating some of JC's originals as well as some interesting instrumentals developed by each of its unique members-(one bandmember actually joined Robert Fripp's "League of Crafty Guitarists" later on). In 1983, JC recorded two of those original tunes: "Dollar Bills" and "Jigsaw Lady" on vinyl--(45rpm's to be exact-- remember those?-;) as a good first "back to back single" effort that later would bloom even stronger on the first two JCB concept CD's. In September of 1985, JC received his first radio airplay of "Seconds" on WBAI-FM-(later featured on "A Positive Flow") and in December of that same year, JC received more radio airplay on WPLJ-FM by combining forces with friend IAN ALTERMAN on a piece Ian wrote called "Song for John"-- dedicated to the memory of John Lennon--(JC played bass as well as sang lead vocals + played rhythm guitar). JC also recorded his own rendition of Lennon & McCartney's "Here, there & Everywhere" on A Positive Flow, which many Beatle fans have also revered highly. WKCR-FM also aired "Seconds" as well as another APF CD piece: "Sloppy Poli...". And even with those things going on, JC found himself assisting other groups like "The Harptones" who played a gig at the Westbury Music Fair, where he helped save the day as substitute bassist at short notice. By mid-1986, JC founded his second group, "J.F. Bosco" which later became "J.C. Bosco"... it's within that concept that his "band dream" has been realized as the most enduring and logical force of passionate and strong creativity. The proof of that is in "A Positive Flow-the start of J.C. Bosco"-{Second Edition} which was released 12/04 in its "final" recorded stage, though originally released, 4/99*. On APF, JC executes all the vocals and plays all the instruments--(with the exception of some saxophone & flute). Already, APF has generated much interest with friends, fans and high ranking publications like Progression Magazine, Acid Dragon Magazine and Progresiste. "People Listen!" was even featured on 2002's Voices 3/Various Artists CD compilation of which JC was proud to be included amongst such artists as RAY BENNETT--(ex "Flash"). And although J.C.Bosco as a band has gone through its personnel changes, it has still been a consistent moving force in terms of writing, recording and playing at such venues as The Acme Undergound, Tramps, CBGB's, The C-Note, Kennys Castaways, The A&M Roadhouse, Brownies, Bar B,etc. Past members ROB BENSON-(drums) and AARON MOMENT-(guitar) contributed to spicing things up even further with completing J.C.Bosco's 2nd and most recent "official" effort: "Being in the Energy Funnel" released, 12/06. This is a release which seems to be getting more and more attention. WTBQ Radio in NJ, were proud to play BITEF on 12/10/08 for example and Josh made it to "Featured Artist of the Month". As JC says, "Especially since the release of Energy Funnel, the reputation of J.C. Bosco has continued to grow at a quicker pace in the progressive rock community for example -- even with its other detectable musical influences. Many folks feel the project is worth bringing to an even broader audience and I'm doing my best to make that nice dream happen". Therefore, the JCB dream continues onward with passionate and creative writing for the ages -- often "bridging the gap between pop and progressive
rock" -- which is how many fans describe J.C. Bosco's music.***
[To purchase your copy of BEING IN THE ENERGY FUNNEL or A POSITIVE FLOW-the start of J.C. BOSCO-{Second Edition} just click onto: http://cdbaby.com/all/jcb4lifecc or http://cdbaby.com/cd/jcbosco2-(also above where it says "Band Website") and choose one of the "add to's" at CD Baby. Or just click onto either of the CD's cover where it says "BUY CD" at the end of the "Sounds Like" section-(left). Good discounts are also available if purchasing more than one CD. On the A POSITIVE FLOW CD Baby page, you can also find a cool review of it by Aural Innovation's JERRY KRANITZ, who's also been a long time supporter of J.C. Bosco's music as well as check out a bit about JACO PASTORIUS' personal endorsement of JC's bassplaying!..] "THANKS FOR READING, HAPPY LISTENING & GOD's SPEED!!"--:)
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It's nice to hear from you as well. I'm so happy that you're keeping up with your music as well. It's good stuff. "Bit by bit" is sometimes the best way to go. I agree that "Lickety Splits" sounds very Bosco. It's going to be a fun gig. More power to "The Positive Flow!"
Rock on! I'm sure we'll continue to stay in touch periodically.
Hi J.C. Bosco ..Thanks so much for the add, Please come by often and tell your friends..I've attached my youtube site..Just the one song at present but working on more.. I'm glad you're my Friend.. Ciao Sylvio
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