The music is an engaging, folky-pop/acoustic-based rock that manifests itself through years of ingesting all things Beatles, and an odd grab bag of various others like the Monkees, Prince, Garbage, U2, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Peter Gabriel, the Clash, R.E.M., Elvis Costello, Jeffrey Gaines, Ike, AND ESPECIALLY the influence of many local Philadelphia and South-Jersey artists who I wish I could list individually.
Sounds Like
Hard to say. It's really just me, except when I'm not feeling like myself. So many different styles seep into my "sound" that it depends on the mood of the day. Some names I recall other people mentioning are Collective Soul, Jeffrey Gaines, Matthew Sweet, Micky Dolenz, John Sebastian.
Press for "Re-Occurring Dream":
“You can't peg John Shaughnessy's acoustic-based power pop to one specific style, but you can listen in rapt attention to the great quality of the songwriting and melodies here.… a wonderful, organic sound. ” Powerpopaholic.com
“A treat... uber-catchy. You'll be glad to have these tracks re-occurring on your iPod.” Absolutepowerpop.com
Cigarettes Will Kill You (If I Don't Get You First)" at the Tin Angel 1/4/08
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In the Morning at World Cafe Live 9/5/08
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"John Shaughnessy has had a lifelong fascination with the catchy tune. This proclivity for pop provides the source of an inspired musical passion. Shaughnessy's 2009 release, "Re-occurring Dream," represents the realization of his "melting pot" artistic vision. Growing up around Philadelphia, John developed his style organically by soaking up all the local sounds, creating something unique while drawing liberally from his influences. A self-described “avid listener”, it's that penchant for listening that shapes what he creates. The resulting product is rhythmic and melodic, influenced by classics like the Beatles, as well as today’s singer-songwriters. This broad-ranging CD is multi-faceted, at times riveting, and in the next breath, “just plain fun.” But whether singing a heartfelt ballad or a silly pop song, John's warm, engaging style connects with an audience. Shaughnessy’s themes and moods range from cynical to inspirational, from deep and spiritual to obliviously unaffected, from expressions of desire and yearning to simple celebrations of the mundane and the humorous sides of life. But while eclectic, it’s all very “accessible”, with its strong foothold in pop tradition, and John’s pleasant, emotive vocals at the forefront. The albums tracks are masterfully produced by top tunesmiths, including Smash Palace's Stephen Butler and Brett Talley of Ike, both mainstays on the local Philadelphia scene. And as for the CD, "Re-occurring Dream" is most definitely aptly named. It's a tour-de-force of pop music gems that will stay with you, and play on over and over in your head. Enjoy."
dropping off some love and wishing you a happy thanksgiving
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Thanks for checking out my music. If you are around Philly on Friday August 28th, I'm playing at the Blinkin Lincoln at 9 PM. Rock on! Maybe see you then.
our new album, "best excuses", has been uploaded on www.yearlongday.com. thank you for patiently waiting to hear it, and stay tuned for the official cd release!
Come join us Friday May 15th @ 9:00 PM @ Club Risque! All Out Friday Night featuring Dive, Even The Res, and Spy The Thinker - $10 gets you into the show upstairs and the gentleman's club downstairs. For updates check www.myspace.com/risquelive.
I am really glad that I stopped by on Saturday to say "hello" and see some music at the 4th & Pine amphitheater. The weather was beautiful again this year, and its fun to get a buger & enjoy the show. You do an excellent job of organizing it -- Thanks!
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