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John Marley

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Released: Jan 1, 2009
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  • Genre: Experimental / Jazz / Soul

    Location York/Leeds, Northeast, Un

    Profile Views: 5973

    Last Login: 5/10/2013

    Member Since 7/3/2009

    Website www.johnmarleymusic.com

    Type of Label Unsigned

  • Bio

    Performing over 250 gigs a year, John Marley is one of the busiest and most in demand bass players in the UK. Since graduating from the BA (HONS) Degree in Jazz Studies at Leeds College of Music , he has worked with some of the biggest names in British and International jazz such as Julian Siegel, Stu Mccallum (Cinematic Orchestra), Kit Downes, Dennis Rollins, Alex Munk, Eddie Hick, Jamil Sheriff and Joel Purnell. Through his association with the Charity Dreamgirls, John has had the privilege of performing with celebrity singers such as Ricky Valance, Chip Hawkes (The Tremeloes), Angie Brown and Katrina Leskanich (Katrina & the Waves). John is a regular member of many bands including the Kate Peters Septet, The Hitmen and Songs of the Riding's which is led by the award winning saxophonist, Matt Anderson. He is also a respected teacher and arranger, having done arrangements for many bands and musicians across the country. He has appeared on national TV and radio on both the bass guitar and double bass.
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  • Influences

    James Jamerson, Charlie Haden, Johnny Cash, Ron Carter, Steve Swallow, John Taylor, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Derek Bailey, Anthony Braxton, Sun Ra, Charlie Mingus, gary Peacock, Ornette Coleman, Led Zepplin, Black Sabbath, Motown, Michael Jackson, King Tubby, Merzbow, MSBR, Seven Minutes of Nausea, Buena Vista Social Club, Blackbeard, Kenny Wheeler, Jimmie Blanton, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Phronesis, Chris Potter, Mark Turner, Meshuggah, Dillinger Escape Plan.
  • Sounds Like

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  1. John Marley

    I'm back...and free for some work. You dig?

  2. John Marley

    I'm in a pub where they have Albert Ayler on the jukebox. Bold move.

  3. John Marley

    The first day of the Olympics and we've already cocked it up. Put the south Korean flag up instead of the north Korean one. One of the worst faux pas possib

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  • Peak Studios

    We hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!

    Peak Studios!

    2 years ago
  • Patricia M. Garcia

    Hey!i love you music


    2 years ago
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  • WorldService Project

    WSP have just uploaded new tracks and an album preview video onto their page. Do check them out because we'd love to know what you think!!

    Also, we're embarking on a UK tour this month - all the dates are now up. If you can make it down to one of them, send us a direct message and you can receive a discounted album at the gig!

    Best wishes

    WorldService Project

    2 years ago
  • Paul

    'EYES SHUT TIGHT' live @ Wakefield Jazz, Fri 12 Nov, 7.30pm. (Supporting Killer Shrimp)

    Kicking off their live dates promoting their debut album 'EVOLUTION' which is available from:


     

    Cheers P.

    2 years ago
  • Paul

    'EYES SHUT TIGHT' live @ Wakefield Jazz Fri 12 Nov, supporting 'Killer Shrimp', Starts 7.30pm!!!!!
    Beginning the new run of live dates promoting their debut album 'Evolution'.
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    2 years ago
  • Angela M. Milliken


    Hello,How are you ?

    2 years ago
  • Angela M. Milliken


    Hello,thanks add!

    2 years ago
  • Paul

    Hi Folks,


    'Evolution the great new album by 'Eyes Shut Tight' is now available!!! From iTunes, CdBaby, www.jazzcds.co.uk or www.paulbaxtermusic.com



     

    Cheers P.

    2 years ago
  • Susan T. Kendall



    How are you? My New friend.Thanks a lot for adding

    2 years ago
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