Daniel J. Giacobassi- Flute, Baritone, Tenor Saxophone
Johnny Gist- Alto and Tenor Saxophone
Influences
Strongly related to the sounds of John Mayer, Morphine, Maroon 5, Beth Orton, Sheryl Crow, Dave Mathews Band, Cold Play, etc...
Raised in Chicago, the now in the Mid-west. Thompson gets his inspiration from urban insights.
Singer songwriter Lynn Thompson spans a wildly eclectic spectrum of musical styles; his acoustic frenzy is haunting and captivating. Strong vocals and curious rhythms blend in a pleasing repertoire that is uniquely fringe.
His recent album is a compendium of thought provoking imagery. A strong connection with emotions, the elements and everyday experiences makes this album electrically charged. Armed with a 12 string, Thompson spins an ingeniously sound distinct for ears of many who want to listen to something out of the ordinary. Much of the music is sexy, fun, upbeat and danceable.
Lynn Thompson is a self-taught musician and lyricist and has been exploring creative styles since the age of 9 and performs regularly on the Michigan and Chicago live scene. Thompson is real yet illusive artist that the discerning music lover should get acquainted with.
About Johnny Gist
Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Johnny Gist has definitely proved he has talent. If you ever get to see him play, it is a sight worth watching. A real treat! Johnny's talent always shines through no matter what style of music he plays. Jazz, Funk, Blues, R&B, Gospel, you name it, he can play it and play it good!!! Being a Soprano, Alto and Tenor Saxophonist.. Johnny can make you want to get up and shake your "groove thing" when he's blowin' out some funky rhythms one minute. And in the blink of eye, he can send a shiver up your spine and make your bones want to melt with some of the soft, sultry notes he throws on his audience. Johnny has played in many bands here in Michigan such as: The Shoes; Cameleon; Madhouse; Wardenhaus; Mary Roberts; Roberta Bradley & Gypsy (CD released in December '98); Endanger Species. Johnny currently plays with Junior Valentine & the All Stars (www.juniorvalentine.com), Christian Life Center Music Dept. (www.christianlifectr.org), Organissimo (www.organissimo.org) and La Famiglia. If you haven't seen him play yet, you're really missing out! So check Johnny out sometime and you won't be sorry. by Valeri Caskey
Hi Lynn, Were going to come to your Chicago show!!! Just let us know when it is. The only weekend in Sept/Oct that I can't make it is Sept 18-21, I'll be working 50 hours in 4 days at that fall festival at Sam's school. Have a great 4th & a Happy Birthday! xoxoxo Aggie
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We need all people with two hands and a keyboard to vote as much as possible because this could be a great way to spread the love
Winners get a cover page magazine to half a million readers! Its really that simple though. log onto garagebandplayoff. com before 12pm tonite and vote.
Again, as many times as possible.
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Thanks So Much For Accepting The Add And Helping Support The Grand Rapids Music Scene. It really means alot to me. Take Care Thanks For Listening. I always enjoy hearing you jam, great work lynn.
Rumors Night Club 69 S Division Ave Grand Rapids MI 49503 APRIL 18th @ 9:00 pm $3 Cover (21+) / $10 Cover (18-20) *We will also be Live on the radio on WIDR 89.1 FM (www. widr. org) in Kalamazoo, MI, on April 18th @ approximately Noon**
