Lore:
Through the mist and the fog, beyond her golden shores, forged in the heart of the Redwood Mountains, 'Sweet Northern California' is born. There is a magic in the air that inspires the faithful to live their dreams and follow their hearts. It is here that we find the high vibration rock 'n' roll of JeConte. The distant thunder that is fast approaching is the storm that rises from within, the train that will not stop.
Take your seat- the JeConte train is stopping for no one...
Love:
Individually, each tune carries a unique musical experience, representing a moment in life, a seat on the train, with greater meaning...Taken together, 'Sweet Northern California' is an inventive, electrifying compilation of magnetic tunes sure to inspire and certain to bring your groove on…and keep it going...Enjoy the ride!
Life:
The Album features Mattey Cohen on Vocals and Guitar, Lex Razon on Drums, Mike Sugar on Bass and JeConte on Vocals, Harmonica and Guitar. All tunes are written by JeConte and Mattey Cohen except for 'Macaroon' (JeConte & Chris Haugen) 'Run to the Sea' (JeConte & Mike Sugar) & Sweet Negrita (JeConte). Special guests include: Steve Adams, Robin Coomer, Chris Haugen, Glenn Hartman, Wally Ingram, Sean Leahy & Alan Williams.
JECONTE
High Vibration Northern California Rock'n' Roll at its best. JeConte brings an energy level and performance that gets the crowd rocking and keeps it moving. Imagine a deep soulful New Orleans Blues, Jazz & Funk influence, combined with JeConte's non-stop lightening harmonica chops....and out comes a one of a kind music experience that embodies what live Rock, Blues, and Funk music is all about.
Throughout the years, singer, songwriter, and harmonica player JeConte has played with multiple bands and in a mixed medley of projects & festivals throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, New Orleans, Seattle, New York, Los Angeles, Europe, and Latin & South America. JeConte is comprised of Mattey Cohen, Mike Sugar, Lex Razon & JeConte. In addition, Chris Haugen, Glenn Hartman & Alan Williams help to round out this eclectic wheel of performers, perfecting a sound that is purely original and sure to keep em on their feet.
JeConte has been singing and playing harmonica all of his adult Life. He carries an energetic blend of soulful, bluesy vocals and a Texas Blues/Jazz/Funk Harmonica style never heard before. JeConte plays his harmonicas through a vintage 1940's Vega Amp and multiple customized, modified microphones, a custom turner, and a modified JT30.
JeConte has been a member of many projects including, THIC, The Push (pushsf.com), Citronica Muse, and soon to be...Search for the Soul.
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JAMIE IRIE is working with top reggea band HOUSE OF RIDDIM at the very moment on a L.P called KINGSTON 13 and will have some new releases this year and a tour to follow.look out for him. www.myspace.com/houseofriddim .
WORDS CAN BE SO SIMPLE .A video shoot at various locations UK. and J.A by Chris Ilston of CRIZ.E produtions .......
( WORDS CAN BE SO SIMPLE) backed by the HOUSE OF RIDDIM with a solid bass and wicked horn section and drums to rock with. A tune for the reggea music fan at its very best . This tune will make you get up and go and move you forword to a positive state of mind. www.myspace.com/houseofriddim Jamie, here's my HONEST opinion & comments.... "Words can be so simple...Actions..." YES, but MUSIC also speaks louder than words....& thats EXACTLY what this tune does. From the intro chants of "LION....LION!", you get the feeling of positivity & strength from the word GO! The bubbling riddim track is met with uplifting vocal vibes from Mr Irie. A tune aimed at those who talk 'round di ting' & don't seem to put talk into motion, this song hits the spot. A vibesy tune to fill the air with as much punc
what up, hope all is good on your side, back with some new tunes maybe you'll find some time to stop by and leave some feedback. peace & blessings, sin -
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