Blue Rodeo ,
David Gray ,
Ray LaMontagne ,
Coldplay ,
Bruce Springsteen ,
Damien Rice ,
U2 ,
Pilate (Pilot Speed) ,
Amos Lee ,
Ron Sexsmith,
Radiohead ,
Death Cab for Cutie ,
Keane,
Paolo Nutini,
Ryan Adams,
Shannon Lyon ,
Big Wreck ,
Neil Young ,
Ben Harper ,
The Decemberists ,
Lesley Pike,
Stabilo,
Pablo Neruda
You know when you hear a song and it grabs you in the first 10 seconds? You hold your breath without realizing it to make sure you don't miss a note? You get the flutter in your stomach and it's almost as if time seems to stop for a second? And, if you're like me, you get half way through the song and wish you wrote it?
Well, that's exactly what I have set out to do. I want to be that guy, that writes that song, that you wish you wrote.
I have always loved music. My parents gave me a great musical education even before I was born. From the time I had ears I was hearing The Moody Blues, Springsteen, Neil Young, Zeppelin, Bowie, Floyd, The Eagles, AC/DC, and of course The Beatles, through the placenta wall! (ew!)
When I was 14, all I wanted to be was a rock star (though back then I wanted to be Vince Neil!)
In highschool, my time and interests were split between sports, girls and guitar lessons (no particular order!)
I guess I let fear and a lack of self confidence deter my desire to pursue a career in music, 'cause after highschool, I just wanted to make money - and we all know that music is only profitable long after you pay your dues.
So, I went into advertising and made a pretty decent living at it. After 3 yrs and 2 advertising firms later, I was unhappy and didn’t know why. So, during a 6 month hiatus from work altogether, I realized that I was unhappy because I wasn't doing what I loved. I also learned how to live with no moula! What a revelation!! Now, nothing would stand in my way of being a rock star - well, except the fact that I had never had a paying gig! So, that's how I started. A friend got me a gig playing covers at a local restaurant for $150 bucks a night a couple times a month and I was on my way.
It was about 2 years after that that I wrote my first song, Yesterday Girl. It has yet to be professionally produced as I have yet to fall in love with it, but it looks good for album 2!
3 years and thousands of dollars later, I have released my debut CD, King of Cups to rave reviews. I hope it can give you stomach flutters or touch on something that you can relate to. Click on the BUY NOW button below to get it at a limited time special price of $5!!
Please have a listen through my songs and feel free to comment whether you like them or not. For different songs, visit my website at www.justinplet.com. For more greatness, check out my Top Eight friends, you will see and hear some amazing talent! J
Hi! We just wanted to take a moment to invite you to come by and check out our new facility here in London! We encourage you to get in touch with us and come see what we offer as a professional recording facility. When your ready to make your next album, come talk with us. Take care, Andre & Kyle Charterhouse Studios, London Ontario. andre@charterhousestudios.comwww.charterhousestudios.com Studio: (519) 455-0304
hey justin! just wanted too say hi and that you were awesome Thursday and i have been listening too you everyday since.. in my car!! Touched by your style and sound...& your lyrics are amazing!! Take Care!
Hey Justin Congrats on your review in scene thats great. How did you go about getting it reviewd I m going to send mine in ant help would be appreciated.
Thanks for the kind words, Justin! I'm happy to play great local music on my show... and so happy to see how well some of the Canadian indie bands I love are doing (I'll be giving away Hey Rosetta's Ep of Plan your Escape on an upcoming show). Best of luck with the Cafe of Life show!
