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I started playing guitar at the age of 9. It became clear music would be important in my life on February 9, 1964 when I saw The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show.
From an early age I was exposed to guitar greats such as Chet Atkins, Doc Watson and Mississippi John Hurt. Traditional bluegrass and country music have stayed with me for many years. During my late teen years I switched to studying jazz and that lead to a whole new form of expression.
In my 20s I got involved in the local rock scene in Philadelphia and became the guitarist for Robert Hazard and the Heros, who went on to write Cyndi Laupers hit Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
As twists of fate often happen, a sudden and unexpected departure from the Heros led the way to joining another local band, The Hooters in 1983. Originally founded by Rob Hyman and Eric Bazilian, who later went on to pen such hits as Time After Time for Cyndi Laupers She So Unusual and One of Us for Joan Osbornes debut album Relish
The Hooters debut release "Nervous Night", on Columbia Records, sold in excess of 2 million copies and included Billboard Top 40 hits "Day By Day" (..18), "And We Danced" (..21) and "Where Do The Children Go" (..38). With a total of six albums, the Hooters achieved worldwide attention and acclaim throughout the '80s and '90s.
We toured across America, Europe, Scandinavia, Japan and Australia in the 80s and 90's performing at historic events including opening the Live Aid Concert in Philadelphia 1985, Amnesty International Concert at Giants Stadium 1986 and Rodger Waters The Wall Concert in Berlin 1990.
The Hooters reunited in Nov. 21st 2001 and performed at the Spectrum in Philadelphia for WMMR DJ Pierre Robert's 20th Anniversary party.
If you managed to read this far into all the blah blah blah..........
That was all the back in the day stuff.
It's a brand new adventure now. New solo project band and I am finally playing this out live this fall/winter, going into the studio and doing the real solo record soon!
Plus a brand new Hooters record coming soon too.
Double Live CD Electric/acoustic unplugged.
So stay tuned, it's all unfolding!!! TO be continued............
Hi John, How was the gig at the Auction House? I wish I was there... I got the ticket to Philadelphia next week. Then, would you pray with me, NEVER to the flight be late. Electric Factory de aimashou (see you at EF)!
Had to reread my last comment from the wee hours of the am and being that I was half a sleep but unfortunately not fully sleeping, I see I now need to correct my errors!!!! lol
OK saying it now cuz I 4got to and feel oh so bad MissFunkytown aka Susanne aka the Muffin girl SAYS HELLO!!!!! but I didn't do it as I had promised her I would last night! You have amazing fans all over the world and lucky me is getting to become cyber friends wither several of them!!! Very cool people!
You were Brilliant last evening and your band as well (hard to believe all that WOW for a 2nd gig)! Your songs are so heartfelt and beautiful and catchy!
What a cool venue as well really liked it!!!! Very unique and the people there were so down to earth and friendly!!! Hopefully my cell ph took a few decent pics Ill check them soon!
most definitely john! i took your idea of going to the g# in that song i was playing you this week and ran with it. found something that really brings it together. lookin forward to showin ya next week. have an awesome weekend! -rob
soon soon soon !!! Looking forward to Goobleroo (or whatever the name is!!!) !!!! YIPPEE!!! its Novemeber! John Lilley will be rocking it out soon!!! Best wishes for your next solo show (ur solo material is top notch) and Ill be out soon for one of those as well!!!
Hey john, I really like the new songs you just put up! Listening to" In The Driver's Seat" and quite impressed with your songwriting ..very personal and deep..really fantastic!! Just right in your face real!! I love it! I am all about words. (when used right they can be a true vocalization for the heart )You have got it dead on! As far as "Second Chance" goes.. I couldn't sit..I had to actually get up and dance around my apartment while listening..if my neighbors can see me they are gonna call the guys with the white coats!(smiling) What a great tune!x
Fabulous show last night! I was happy I was able to be at your "Maiden Voyage" with your new band. I knew with all the talent you have & had with you in your band it was going to be something very special to experience. If last night was any indication of things to come I know you’ll continue to blow people away with your music.
Also, had to mention what an amazing stage presence you have. It was great to see you as the front man & your lively, fun personality being shown. It was obvious you & all the guys were enjoying yourselves. It filtered out into the crowd which made the night even more enjoyable. Sadly the “other band” you’re in doesn’t utilize all your talents, but then if they did maybe you would never have shared yourself with us as a solo artist.
