Jon Raven - Songwriter, Vocals, Acoustic/Electric Guitar Ric Latina - Lead Guitar (John Berry, Billy Dean, Suzy Boguss, Hank III, Loretta Lynn's Daughters, Buffalo Club, Bailey and the Boys, Paul Brandt, etc.) Pete Iannacone - Bass (Joss Stone, Shakira, Pat Metheny, etc.) Steve Bowman - Drums (Counting Crows, Third Eye Blind, The Bittersweets, etc.)
Influences
Jackson Browne, MarK Knopfler, Jimmy Rankin, Counting Crows, Buddy Miller, The Wallflowers, Tom Petty, Steve Earle, Blue Rodeo, Rodney Crowell, Johnny Cash, Keith Urban, Drive-By Truckers, Pat Green, Hemingway Corner, Edwin Mccain, Mike Ness, Josh Rouse, Nick Drake, Train, Walt Wilkins, John Haitt, John Cougar, Bruce Springsteen, U2, Kathleene Edwards, Jim Cuddy, John Gorka, Corey Tetford, too many to mention.
Sounds Like
Powerful Edwin Mccain vocals with songs like Tom Petty and a sound like Counting Crows? The production and band setup much like the Wallflowers but more organic? Maybe I sound like Jeffrey Gaines some people mention... maybe like others.... but really I may be inspired by other artists but I don't attempt to sound like anyone other then myself. Why don't you email me your thoughts as to who I sound like.
Record Label
Shopping For A Deal. But I will make it either way
MUSIC BIO:
Jon Raven's energy and commanding vocal ability shine through his infectious Rock Americana sound. His knack for melody and stick-in-your-head hooks stem from a lifetime of diverse influences and experiences. Originally from Nova Scotia, Canada and now calls Nashville home. Surviving a rare form of childhood cancer, Jon's life began to take on a magical purpose. Knowing that there was so much to live for became the catalyst to reach for his dreams. Jon spent years polishing and culling his unique crossover style and sound. He effortlessly drifts with skilled precision from heart-wrenching laments to upbeat spirit rockers that awaken the primal being hiding inside you. Jon's songs come from a passion for life, and reveal tender lyrics penned with his heart clearly on his velvety sleeve. Endorsed by Gibson Guitars with a custom “Jon Raven” guitar, Sha-Sha shoes, Levy's Guitar Straps, Neumann/Sennheiser Microphones, and Presonus to name a few. Awarded Western Beat’s 2003 Best Male Artist of the Year. With the combination of talent and story, Jon is destined to secure his place among the ranks of today's top international performers.
THIS JUST IN!!!!!!!!!
"Stupid"
Song of the week!!!!!
Best Production in Country, week of 1Sep2008
Best Production in Country, week of 20Apr2009
Best Production in Country, week of 27Apr2009
Best Lyrics in Country, week of 20Apr2009
Best Melody in Country, week of 9Feb2009
Best Melody in Country, week of 20Apr2009
Best Beat in Country, week of 20Apr2009
Best Mood in Country, week of 13Apr2009
Best Mood in Country, week of 20Apr2009
Most Original in Country, week of 20Apr2009
"Can You Hear Me Now" is lighting up the charts on garageband.com
It has been voted Track of the Day on January 11th 2009 in Rock
Track of the Day on May 8th 2008 in Americana Best Male Vocals in Americana, week of 19May2008
Best Production in Americana, week of 19May2008
Best Melody in Americana, week of 19May2008
also... "Stupid"
It has been voted Track of the Day on August 12 2008 in Country
Best Male Vocals in Country, week of 1Sep2008
Best Production in Country, week of 1Sep2008
"Tied"
Track of the Day on 27Dec2006 in Pop Rock
Best Male Vocals overall, week of 1Jan2007
Best Male Vocals in Pop Rock, week of 1Jan2007
Best Production in Pop Rock, week of 25Dec2006
Best Production in Pop Rock, week of 1Jan2007
Best Lyrics in Pop Rock, week of 25Dec2006
Best Lyrics in Pop Rock, week of 1Jan2007
Potential Soundtrack overall, week of 1Jan2007
Potential Soundtrack in Pop Rock, week of 1Jan2007
"Each day is a new canvas to paint upon. Make sure your picture is full of life and happiness, and at the end of the day you don't look at it and wish you had painted something different."
Have a great day; stop by to say hello when you can!
I sure wanna’ thank ya’ for your friendship…when ya’ get the time come listen to my songs and let me know what ya’ think…good or bad…I enjoyed comin’ to your page and readin’ all about ya’…listenin’ to your music…great stuff… Well have a great Sunday…come by anytime and if there’s anything I can do for ya’ just ask… Thanks again Butch
Hey Jon - Thanks for the friendship! Music links us all together. There are wars taking place in every country in the world. Some are just more obvious. Check out my new video "Simpler Time". Reach out and make a difference and the ripple will be felt around the world. It has to come from within each of us. The alternative is unacceptable. Music can make a difference. Keep reaching out.
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