John Shaughnessy
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General Info
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Genre: Acoustic / Folk / Pop
Location Philadelphia, Collingswood, New Jersey, Un
Profile Views: 43553
Last Login: 10/17/2012
Member Since 8/18/2005
Website www.johnshaughnessy.com
Type of Label Indie
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Bio
.. .. ...... ...... ........ .. .. .. "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." .... .. .. .. .. .. ........CLICK HERE to BUY the CD "WORKS IN PROGRESS" .. .. ........ .. .. .. .. .. .. ......Add to My Profile.. | .... .. -
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Influences
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. -
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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 .... “This album is going to be something special in your collection. Really a fresh and original delight to bite deep down [into] and reach for another dose, shortly thereafter.” NotLame Records www.notlame.com .... Get a "Re-occurring Dream" CD!!!!!!!! .. ........................................ CD's just $8.00 (plus shipping) - Click HERE to purchase!!!!!!!!!!!! .......... ......Download "Re-Occurring Dream" on iTunes CLICK HERE!........ .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .."Coming to Your Rescue" from the Tim Qualls Show .. .. "Fallin' Back to Me" live at the Tin Angel .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..Cigarettes Will Kill You (If I Don't Get You First)" at the Tin Angel 1/4/08 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..In the Morning at World Cafe Live 9/5/08...... .. .. .. .. .. .. ...........For booking contact me here: johnplaysgtar [A T] yahoo .com
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In the Morning at World Cafe Live 9/5/08
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Bio:
.. .. .. .. .. "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."Member Since:
August 18, 2005Influences:
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
“This album is going to be something special in your collection. Really a fresh and original delight to bite deep down [into] and reach for another dose, shortly thereafter.” NotLame Records www.notlame.com
Get a "Re-occurring Dream" CD!!!!!!!! ..
.................................... CD's just $8.00 (plus shipping) - Click HERE to purchase!!!!!!!!!!!!
Download "Re-Occurring Dream" on iTunes CLICK HERE!"Coming to Your Rescue" from the Tim Qualls Show
"Fallin' Back to Me" live at the Tin Angel
Cigarettes Will Kill You (If I Don't Get You First)" at the Tin Angel 1/4/08 .. .. .. In the Morning at World Cafe Live 9/5/08
...........For booking contact me here: johnplaysgtar [A T] yahoo .com
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thanks for the add and stopping by to take a listen....namaste.
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Congratulations on your Homey Award for having the Best Love Song for 2009 "In The Morning"
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