Jack Johnson, Ben Harper, Michael Franti, Dave Matthews, Xavier Rudd, Donovan Frankenreiter, Pete Murray, Bob Dylan, James Taylor, Jeff Buckley, Paul Kelly
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You can buy my debut EP 'The twilight' at the Tiger Music online store.
It costs just $12. Free postage australia wide. Click on the link below.
I believe in creating active music that can lighten a depressed mood and soothe a frazzled mind. Music that is instilled with a message of social and personal betterment. In the words of Michael Franti "to be rhymin' without a real reason is to claim but not to practice a religion''
I guess when I first began to write music, I was deeply influenced by the blue-roots and folk sounds of artists such as Ben Harper and Paul Kelly. I fell in love with the laid-back style of Jack Johnson and Ben, who can write fresh and chilled-out music even as they criticize, infiltrate and positively impact the fabric of society. Bob Dylan, John Butler, Midnight Oil, Rage Against the Machine, and Michael Franti encouraged me to write politically, and in 2005 I began writing about global issues. The song ‘Revenge' featured on my debut EP, 'The Twilight', released in June 2006, is a reflection on the Abu Ghraib prison scandal of 2004 when the abuse and torture of Iraqi war-prisoners by the American military was exposed. It did not take long for the public to forget this corrupt and abhorrent violation of human rights.
I recently returned from an 8-month journey through Latin America traveling, living, and sharing with the beautiful people I met. Inspired by their vivacity and love of life, I am now endeavoring to produce songs that inspire instead of dampening; songs that will motivate people to live joyfully and extraordinarily.
______________________________________________________________ *INTERNATIONAL CREW - Its now possible to purchase my debut EP 'The Twilight' from anywhere in the world!! It costs around about $20 australian ($16 US) including international postage and handling. Go to the tiger music store by clicking on the link below.
______________________________________________________________*AUSTRALIAN CREW - 'The twilight' is still available for just $12, Australia-wide, at the tiger music online store below!
hey Jesse! how are you buddy? I'm just curious if you like Jason Mraz... i just thought he sounds a little like you.. but you're way better of course... hhaha... anyway.. i'm going to see him tonight in osaka... hehe.. take care mate. God Bless
was good to see you last night, your table killed the trivia! our 3 man table was shocking, even though i'm pretty sure we bought at least half the questions..
i was just listening to your music and i really like it...i remember when you played during that reach session on zeroseven...you played newborn man right?
anyway next time you play a gig let me know and i'll come down
hey Jesse Just wanted to let you know about this final show I'm doing in Australia before we head off over the seas... Would love to see you if you're up for coming down. Cheers, Justin
jesse jesse! i dont have any phone creeedentials yet! hehe...friday and saturday im busy! best friends who give 2 days notice on their birthday parties and what not! lol...saturday we'll be at the st andrews market though..were not having a stall this week though :o)sunday!! sunday! theres a day all about the dredging at the rosebud foreshore if youre keen?? or we can watch out movies then!!!!??????msg me or call me!!! :oD
Hey Jesse how you doing? looking forward to playing at knox fest with you I'm trialing a new demo, 'Gratitude' on my page....recorded live in my loungeroom :) Would love you to stop by, have a listen and feel free to leave any comments, feedback etc of da music
i wont be around much in Jan, but i'd still love to catch up and chat about this video thing. you should come visit our church sometime take it easy, thanks for the dance-off from the other week! owright!
hey mate! love the sounds they are awesome. must see you in a gig sometime....i actually don't live in maroondah..i got confused but sarah still might...mitch is from maroondah though so def nominate him! cheers mate Joel
Hey mate i'm from the band Mish, not sure if you remember but we played the same night at 'Don't Tell Tom'. Just wanna say, that was an awsome set man, really gave tthat laid back atmospheric feel. btw i'm filipino and i loved the philipine rain song lol. Anyway if you ever need a percussionist dont hesitate to ask ;)
hey jesse, been good, yourself? I'm stoked youve been enjoying the cd, down to earth especially. I'd love to do a show with you, any ideas? Summer shows are my favorite. Tom
