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john bentley
Lounge / Electronica / Pop

"the man who never was"


United Kingdom

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Last Login:  7/4/2008
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Member Since5/8/2007
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 12 2008 8:00P
Chichester Festival Chichester, South
Jul 13 2008 8:00P
LOTF Lounge on the Farm` Canterbury
Jul 26 2008 9:00P
ExCel LONDON
Jul 27 2008 8:00P
WOMAD FESTIVAL Wiltshire
Aug 1 2008 8:00P
The Crown L’hampton, South
Aug 2 2008 8:00P
The New Inn West Sussex, South
Aug 16 2008 8:00P
The V- FESTIVAL Essex, London and South East
Aug 17 2008 8:00P
The V-Festival Staffordshire
Aug 21 2008 8:00P
9.30 Club Washington DC
Aug 22 2008 12:00A
Keswick Theatre Glenside PA
Aug 24 2008 8:00P
Brookhaven Ampitheatre NEW YORK, New York
Aug 25 2008 12:00A
Warner Theatre Torrington CT
Aug 26 2008 8:00P
showcase live Foxborough MA
Aug 28 2008 8:00P
KOOL HAUS Queens Quay East Toronto
Aug 29 2008 12:00A
Royal Oak Theatre Royal Oak MI
Aug 30 2008 8:00P
Tower City Cleveland, Ohio
Aug 31 2008 12:00A
RAVINIA Festival Highland Park IL
Sep 2 2008 8:00P
The Pageant St Louis MO
Sep 3 2008 12:00A
Ryman Auditorium Nashville TN
Sep 5 2008 8:00P
La Zona Rosa Austom, Texas
Sep 6 2008 8:00P
House of Blues Dallas Dallas Texas
Sep 9 2008 12:00A
Rialto Theatre Tuscon AZ
Sep 10 2008 8:00P
Orpheum LA LA, California
Sep 12 2008 8:00P
Regency Centre At the Grand San Francisco
Sep 13 2008 12:00A
The Mountain Winery Saratoga CA
Sep 15 2008 12:00A
Wonder Ballroom Portland OR
Sep 16 2008 12:00A
The Showbox Seattle WA
Sep 18 2008 8:00P
Hammerstein Ballroom Manhattan Ctre NY, New York
Oct 18 2008 8:00P
The Crown L’hampton, South

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   About john bentley
In 1979 John joined Squeeze just two weeks before their single 'Cool For Cats' shot into the top 10 - closely followed by the equally successful 'Up The Junction'

Since then John has played on many hit records including Tempted, Pulling Mussels (From A Shell), Another Nail In My Heart, and Labelled With Love. As a session musician John has worked in the studio with many well known people including Elvis Costello, Dave Edmonds, Nick Lowe and Big Jim Sullivan. During his career, John has had the privilege of playing along side many talented and famous artists including Sting, Paul Young & Garth Brooks.

Countless appearances on radio & TV shows include: The Chart Show, MTV, Top of the Pops (1&2) and Crimewatch UK!!

Biggest ever Gig Playing Saturday Night Live' which was broadcast across America to over 40 million homes.

Bestest ever gig! Playing at Madison Square Garden in New York City

Highest Chart Position The Album 'Singles 45's and Under' went to No.1 in the British charts

Proudest Moment Was getting his big upright out for the first time at Crawley Blues Club!!

Currently John is playing with his newly formed band 'The ID.'

OUT NOW! - his new album the man who never was. Buy it now for £10 including free worldwide postage using Paypal.


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Regina





Jul 2 2008 4:43 PM

August in Pennsylvania... September in NYC... can't wait!! We'll be seeing you at the meet & greets, too! :)
The Bob Polding Band





Jun 22 2008 2:36 PM

Thanks for the add John...


bp
Carl Wise, BlueboyRecords.com





Jun 15 2008 11:40 AM

John this is really inspiring Music.
Thanks for the Talent .
CARL BLUE WISE
BLUEBOYRECORDS.COM
Glenwood Smith





May 29 2008 1:23 PM

Your music has been an inspiration in my life. I'm honored to have you add me to your page!
Please take a moment and visit glenwoodsmith.com and let me know what you think.
Thanks for the music. I can't wait to hear more! Peace.
LoudNews Magazine





May 6 2008 9:01 AM

What a great night at Shoreham John!! Your music is amazing - a real tour de force - we had such a great time. Happy Birthday Sara - Enjoy Venice! Ali xx
NineMonthNanny♥





May 6 2008 7:54 PM

Can't wait to see you again in September! Wait 'til you see my new tattoo...
;-)
Regina





Apr 29 2008 10:06 AM

August is going to be fun here in the US!!! :)
Eddie Cafe





Apr 24 2008 11:27 AM

Thanks for the add fom one of the founder members of the Shed Heads
Andy McGarvey





Apr 9 2008 8:19 AM

Really enjoyed your music, keep up the good work, best wishes from Scotland, take care.
Andy
Ian M Hale





Apr 3 2008 10:09 AM

hey there john. hope all's well. i will try and see you guys in brighton soon
Regina





Mar 22 2008 4:14 PM

Wishing you and your family a wonderful Easter!

~Regina
Dave Kershaw





Mar 16 2008 6:46 AM

Many Thanks.
Best Wishes,
Dave Kershaw.
Regina





Mar 13 2008 8:04 AM

Just stopping by to say hello. Hope all is well, John. Wishing you the best.

Hope to see you back in NY/NJ sometime soon!

Regina :)
daltonicostudios monestevole





Feb 28 2008 10:23 AM

grazie!hope to see you again!!
Linda





Feb 27 2008 10:38 AM

Hope you're having a lovely day, and that you weren't shaken up too much from the earthquake!

Hugs,
Linda♥
Linda





Feb 7 2008 10:30 AM

Howdy, John...

A USA tour with Squeeze! I CAN'T WAIT!!!!!

Hope all is well with you and your wonderful family,

Love and hugs,
Linda♥
Regina





Jan 30 2008 7:12 AM

Just stopped by to say hello. Hope all is well, John!

Regina :)
Linda





Jan 11 2008 8:25 AM

Hi, John...

Wishing you the best for 2008! Loved your work with Squeeze this summer, you looked like you were really enjoying yourself!

Please come back to America soon!

Love and hugs,
Linda♥
Regina





Dec 30 2007 11:46 AM

Sending Happy New Year wishes to the entire Bentley family. Wishing you the best of everything in 2008... peace, love, joy and Squeeze!!

With love,
Regina
Regina





Dec 22 2007 2:23 PM

John,

Wishing you & your family a wonderful Christmas and a very happy new year!

Regina :)
GYPSY





Dec 21 2007 11:01 AM

THIS MAN IS ONE OF THE BEST BASS PLAYERS IVE EVER RECORDED WITH.. NICE 1 JOHN!!!!
Daphne Maidstone





Dec 21 2007 9:43 AM

Greetings, John!

Have a magical holiday season!

Daphne Maidstone
Novelist/Writer/Bohemian
Knight of the Super Bus!
CO ( Clint )





Dec 16 2007 10:59 AM

Bonsoir,
Merci pour l'add.
Cool 2 meet ya.
Merry Christmas :).
Clint.
Darren Poyzer


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Dec 10 2007 4:47 AM

John
thanks for the big warmth in manchester, congrats on a fabulous gig, we were truly flattened by the bass :-)
hope the rest of the tour has been full of magic also
lotsofluv to you and yours,
dp x
Noel Nowosielski





Dec 5 2007 12:27 PM

Two days to go before the Manchester gig. Can't wait!

Cheers,

Noel
Noel Nowosielski





Nov 21 2007 2:44 AM

John,

Got tickets for the Manchester gig on the 7th Dec. Can't wait. Love you CD by the way - especially Harbour Lights.

Take care!

NN
Vanessa





Nov 16 2007 5:39 PM

Thank you for the happy birthday wishes! You made my day! =D
Regina





Nov 14 2007 12:46 PM

Just heard about Squeeze's live cd! I am very excited to relive those wonderful shows... but we need you all back here in the states (NY/NJ)... you are missed!!

Hope all is well, John.

Take care,
Regina
she's a serap





Oct 30 2007 6:42 AM

cheerz mr bentley...

greetinz outta cologne,
serap*
Regina





Sep 29 2007 5:10 PM

John,

Just stoppng by to say hi...
hope you are having a lovely weekend!

Regina
Darren Poyzer


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Sep 27 2007 3:47 AM

hi di ho Mr John B, hope this finds you and family well, and of course the cat :-)

really enjoyed your wonderful contributions to the Italian adventures, and look forward to seeing you in Manchester

'The Man Who Never Was' is brilliant - how that isn't a TV show theme is beyond me!

keep well,
dp