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Quick Step John
Rock / Indie

Thank you for eight great years!!



Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
United States

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Member Since12/13/2004
Band Websitehttp://www.quickstepjohn.com
Band MembersCraig Whitaker (guitar, piano, lead vocals)
Dave Faga (drums, percussion)
Ed Bagden (keyboards, synths, piano, vocals)
Fran Camardella (guitars, vocals)
Greg Maragos (bass, vocals)




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InfluencesJimmy Eat World, Coldplay, Dashboard Confessional, U2, Counting Crows, Ben Folds, Doves, XTC, Jellyfish, Jon Brion, Keane, Muse, Travis, Mute Math, Elbow, Radiohead, Dimitri Shostakovich, Death Cab For Cutie, Elvis Costello, Jeff Buckley, Paloalto, Gomez.
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Quick Step John came onto the Philadelphia scene in 2001 and since then they have shared the stage with artists such as Matchbox 20, Gavin DeGraw, Pat Monahan, Head Automatica and The Pat McGee Band. A few years ago they released a 6 song EP ("The Life In Our Years") and this October they released their full length debut album ("The Multiple Personalities of Last Week and Next Year").

Their songs are melodic with catchy songwriting, honest and accessible lyrics and an energetic and unforgettable live experience. They take classic themes like life, loss and love and twist them just enough to make them unique and creative. The opening line, "All at once, the shadows come, they're replacing what used to be" from their new single "One by One" shows that lyricist, Craig Whitaker of Quick Step John spends more time looking forward than in the past. "Anything could hide in a shadow...something terrible, or something terrific," says Whitaker, "either way, the future is so much more exciting than last week or last year."

The album shows the bands musical range with powerful songs, from the piano driven ballad "Sing" to the rock sound of "By Surprise" to the eerie dark sound of "9.9". Their songwriting style has been compared to the Counting Crows and Ben Folds, combined with the biographical lyrics of Dashboard Confessional and Jimmy Eat World, mixed with the guitars and pianos from U2 and Coldplay.

Since the release of their album the band has appeared on WSTW in Delaware, Radio 104.5 (WRFF) in Philadelphia, NBC Philadelphia 10! Show and Jamnow.com. Their single "One By One" also was featured on NBC's ER (Thursday 11/08).

"QSJ hit's the bullseye when it comes to putting all aspects of great pop/rock songs together. Sonically and lyrically it falls right in place with the hits we play on B104!"
- Eric Chase, On-Air Talent - WAEB- Allentown

"I thought they were great... opening acts can go so many ways. When we get there and hear a band like that we just say 'Thank God.'"
- Rob Thomas, Singer/Songwriter Matchbox 20

“Quick Step John brings a vibrant attitude from the moment they walk into a venue. Their natural musical ability excites an audience and they deliver great sound."
- Marty Garcia, President Future Sonics, Inc. Audio Consultant & Ear Monitor Manufacturer

“One of the greatest finds in Philly...always delivers. From being on Rusted Root to Matchbox 20, they played to the crowd.”
- Geoff Gordon, Talent Buyer Clear Channel Entertainment Philadelphia, PA

"With their catchy melodic rock sound, Quick Step John has a sound that's primed for the spotlight and nationwide radio play."
- AlternativeAddiction.com






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cindy





Apr 21 2009 12:34 AM

Hey Guys - Damn! just catching up on stuff and finding out you wont be QSJ. Well, your poster as QSJ will always hang in Volta Radio. You ALL rock!
Please keep in touch! really love you guys!
cindy, Volta Radio
Jealousy Curve





Feb 20 2009 4:51 AM

Miss you guys and your music. Hope all is great​ and hope to see you at our 3/7 Phill​y show at the TLA if you are free.
* L~Boog*





Dec 31 2008 4:09 PM

have a safe and blessed newyear
the dirty sunshine


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Dec 31 2008 11:26 PM

Happy New Year!!!

Quick Step John, you rock!
Already knew that didn't you!

Best wishes from us to you!!

Cheers,
thedirtysunshine
www.thedirtysunshine.com

Rock in the new year with TDSST!
Steve Brooks





Dec 24 2008 6:25 PM

Have a Merry Christmas
lisa





Dec 24 2008 10:19 PM

have a merry christmas a a happy new
year!!!!!!!thanks for being a friend!!!!!!!!!!!!
lisa
Dark Side of the Moon Street Team





Dec 17 2008 12:24 AM

Thank you so much for the friendship, Quick Step John! I hope you have a wonderful Christmas & Happy New Year!
Mike Davidson Recording





Dec 17 2008 6:44 PM

Dig the tunes. –Mike D
Tracy





Dec 12 2008 2:37 AM

Happy holidays guys! Hope you are all doing well.
The Offset





Dec 9 2008 5:36 AM

Hey guys thanks for the add! Hope all goes well even if the music with all of you doesn't continue. Always do what you love and never give up! All the best and take care!

The Offset Band
Hometown Heroes





Nov 8 2008 3:13 PM

Whoa, I just saw the break-up announcement above. Geez, I must've missed it the last few times I visited the page. I'm bummed. Sorry to hear that the QSJ era is over, but wish you all the best in your respective next chapters. You are all Hometown Heroes for the work that you've done and the music you've made up till now.
Rock on,
Mark
James S. Rutherford





Nov 7 2008 5:21 PM

Thanks, pleasure to meet you!

Cheers,
Jimmy
Krysta Nick





Nov 6 2008 11:04 PM

Thank you for being a friend!! It's great to have you along. Please stop by my myspace anytime and let me know what you think.

Krysta Nick... :)
sarah.





Oct 27 2008 4:55 PM

hey guys,

i'm really sorry to hear that you will be no more. i didn't know and i missed your last show :( well i hope this is for the best and you are all doing well!
Christy Lynne





Oct 27 2008 7:36 AM

BOO! How is life?
EBAY_NEATSTUFF2008





Oct 27 2008 12:39 AM

Thanks for the add guys, great music!
Mythica





Oct 26 2008 11:09 PM

Hi there! We hope to see you at the show! Peace, Mythica

Mythica at Chaplin's the Music Cafe, Spring City, PA
Saturday, Nov. 1st @ 7:30pm
with special guest Sean Moser
Get your tickets at www.chaplinsthemusiccafe.com

Watch Mythica's new music video at www.MythicaMusic.com !
Bud Light Downtown Live





Oct 17 2008 7:16 PM

Deep South the Bar's 1st Anniversary Party!!

This Saturday!! Come help us celebrate!
suji ♡





Oct 24 2008 2:37 PM

what the hell!!!!!!!!!!

I must have missed the announcement--now I'm sad I wasn't there for the last show!

I'm going to miss you guys.. but I'll still be listening to your awesome music.
Katie





Oct 18 2008 8:52 PM

AMAZING final showw :o)


Thanks for letting us girls come up and sing & dance the last song with u guys!
Tracy





Oct 17 2008 11:29 AM

Have a great show tonight. I'll be there in spirit. Best of luck to each of you in the future. The band will be gone, but the music will live on!
Linder





Oct 16 2008 6:24 AM

Fran - what's this?!! Oh no. No Aussie tour then??
Back to the Roots





Oct 16 2008 9:38 PM

Hey, thanks for the add !!!

Rockin Greetings

Back to the Roots
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Oct 16 2008 5:34 PM

check out my mixtape /album on thortakeoverrecords.com
cee knowledge aka doodlebug of world renoun digable planet. and mr street sickness dj soul buck mixing the album like the days of old.
Ken





Oct 15 2008 11:36 PM

I can't believe the message that I just got along with the words I'm reading. Atleast I know I'll be there for the big finish.

There's a round on me. You are all great people and I'm sure that you will all do great things.
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