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John McManus (The Belle Sessions Now on iTunes!)
Folk Rock / Acoustic / Alternative



MEDIA, Pennsylvania
United States

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Member Since6/1/2004
Band MembersJohn McManus: Vocals, Guitar, Harmonica.
InfluencesRyan Adams, Nirvana, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Jimi, Hendrix, Bob Dylan, Jesse Malin, Idlewild, U2, REM, The Posies, The Smiths, The Cure, The Clash, Joe Strummer, Jealousy Curve, IKE, Pawnshop Roses, Laura Shay, Tori Amos, Leadbelly, Pearl Jam, Marvelous 3, CSNY, Velvet Underground, family, friends, concerts.
Sounds LikeREM, The Smiths, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Ryan Adams, John Lennon, Idlewild, U2, Nirvana, Bob Dylan, Etc.
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HEAR SIX MORE SONGS FROM THE BELLE SESSIONS AT JOHN MCMANUS 2!

John McManus’ musical spark was lit when he saw Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” on MTV when he was 13 years old. By the time he transferred to Penncrest High School sophomore year in 1995 he was an art major and the following year took a guitar class. Ever since he has been invested in his creative and artistic personality and goals.

Recording in 2003 in just ten sessions, Side One contained five original songs. John produced the five song CD. Side One was released on February 20, 2004.

Since the release of Side One, John has been played and has guest hosted WSTW’s Hometown Heroes with Mark Rodgers. The Platform of Our Lives and To Your Own Surprise from Side One have both been played on the show. John has also been booked and has performed in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

Recently, The Platform of Our Lives was selected as a winner of a songwriting contest by independent label Realize Records. Paul Lewis is recording the song for his next CD.

The Belle Sessions---John’s 14 song, 54-minute follow up----was written and recorded over the span of four years. Not only does The Belle Sessions contain far more sophisticated instrumentation---the addition of electric guitars, percussion and vocals by Emily Rawson---it also contains advanced production. But what the listener takes away from The Belle Sessions is the evolution of John’s songwriting. This CD contains far more images in its lyrics and changes in melody.

The Belle Sessions is an intimate and moving portrait of a relationship in three stages: falling in love, losing love and finding yourself.

Produced by John McManus and Steven LaFashia, The Belle Sessions is the CD John has always wanted to and always knew he could make. Influenced by a range of artists such as Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Smashing Pumpkins, Ryan Adams, Wilco, and U2, John strived to find his own artistic direction and voice. For more information, please visit http://www.john-mcmanus.com.



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Lydia Walker

Lydia Walker



Nov 26 2009 6:28 PM

Thanks for adding me! Hope you enjoy the music! :)
Trish

Trish



Nov 25 2009 5:09 AM

just wanted to drop by and say hello! :)
how are you?
I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! :)
Trish

Trish



Nov 19 2009 6:21 PM

just wanted to drop by and say thanks for adding me! :)
D.B. Rielly

D.B. Rielly



Nov 19 2009 6:21 PM

Good work, lad.
- D.B.
7 Horses

7 Horses



Nov 5 2009 12:35 AM

Hey, How's it going?

I have'nt heard from you in ages :), I hope everything is going well.

Thanks heaps for all your support!

-7 Horses!
Striking Back

Striking Back



Oct 29 2009 6:08 PM

Thanks for the add! We just finished new songs with the producer of Incubus, Jack's Mannequin, and Hoobastank. Let us know what you think about "Restless" and "Dark Day Afternoon" when you get a sec. :-) Thanks for being our friend.
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Oct 15 2009 12:57 AM




THANKS FOR THE ADD, REMEMBER JESUS IS LORD AND HE IS COMING SOON! PEGGY JEAN
Megan McCauley

Megan McCauley



Oct 15 2009 12:57 AM

Have a great week. Thanks for being my friend. Happy Halloween !

Meg : )
Hughes

Hughes Derek



Oct 6 2009 11:56 PM

hi, how are you doing?
just wanted to drop by and say hello
hope you have a nice day
Blackwater James

Blackwater James



Oct 5 2009 5:41 PM

Thanks For being our friend. Keep rockin!
Trish

Trish



Oct 4 2009 12:50 AM

hope you have a great weekend! :)
GRAY V.

GRAY V.



Sep 24 2009 5:57 AM

Hey dude! 2 new tracks finally mixed. Just uploaded them. Peace out! Put me in your top!!
One Pretty Minute

One Pretty Minute



Sep 9 2009 4:18 PM

Thank you for being our friend. We appreciate your support John McManus (The Belle Sessions Now on iTunes!),
Pierrot

Pierrot



Sep 9 2009 4:18 PM

Hello of Brussels. Thank you so much for the friendship and also for your beautiful songs and the attractive sensibility in your voice and in your play of guitar. Pleasant and long musical journey.
Pierrot.
More Than a Movie

More Than a Movie



Sep 4 2009 1:45 AM

thanks for being our friend = ]
please check out our new music if you have time.
we promise to comment back.
love, more than a movie
Trenton Stone

Trenton Stone



Sep 4 2009 1:44 AM

Just wanted to stop by and say hi. Stop by and leave a comment sometime. Thanks for your support

www.TrentonStone.com
Trish

Trish



Sep 4 2009 1:44 AM

just dropped by to say hello! :)

How are you?
Astatines

Astatines



Sep 4 2009 1:44 AM

New song up. Have a listen and leave a comment! :)
Enjoy and a great day to you ;)
Ronny Doll goes soft

Ronny Doll goes soft



Jul 30 2009 7:51 PM

Thanks to you!!!
May you AlWays stay Nice, Soft and Loving....
Ronny Doll
Minutes Like Ours

Minutes Like Ours



Jul 28 2009 11:46 PM

Hey! Thanks for the add and being my friend :)
John Thorley

John Thorley



Jul 23 2009 3:48 PM

Hey John, jst having a listen to your songs now...I like it :)

thought I would share some of my own with you and see what you think??
CASHnCHECKS

CASHnCHECKS



Jul 5 2009 3:12 PM

Have a great day from
Deanna & James.
Thanks for the add
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Jun 30 2009 6:14 AM

Thx 4 the add!
Trish

Trish



Jul 4 2009 4:31 PM

Happy 4th of July! =)
Trenton Stone

Trenton Stone



Jul 5 2009 11:24 AM

Just wanted to stop by and see how you’ve been. I have changed my profile, come check it out when you get a chance. Thanks again for your support.

www.TrentonStone.com

myspace.com/trentonstonemusic
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