THE JON BATES BAND is a phenomenal group of musicians and vocalists. With our own unique chemistry that has evolved from deep personal friendships and our shared experiences spanning almost thirty years, we have played at many high profile venues and events around the world. In addition, we have collectively accompanied and shared stages with many truly legendary performers (for those who like to verify and dig deep for credentials, there's plenty of info available on all your favorite search engines - get your motor runnin!). BUT, most of all, this is just a soul based party band with a reputation for great energy and making folks feel REAL good!
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On a personal note... I hope you will enjoy some of my original music that can be found here on this MySpace page (ranging from the serious and reflective to completely bizarre and insane). The wonderful musicians who perform on these tracks are as shown below... Love & Peace, JB
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THINGS HAVE GOT TO CHANGE: Steve Riddick & Natasha Coward (Lead Vocals); Jeff Miller (Piano); Dana Scofidio (Guitar); Gene Torres (Bass); Jon Bates (Drums)
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SELF ESTEEM BLUES: Jeff Miller (keyboards & synth horn embellishments); Dana Scofidio (guitar); Tim Bodt (trumpet); Sam Furnace (alto saxophone); Gene Torres (bass); Jon Bates (vocal & drums)
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WHO'D YA HOOTCHIE COO: Bill Dotts (Bass); Jon Bates (Vocals, Shakers & Slaps)
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PEACE OF MIND: Larry Buksbaum (Guitar & Synth); Bill Dotts (Bass); Jon Bates (Drums & Vocals)
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DIMENTIA (Three Dimensions of Dementia: 1-Prelude / 2-Orientation / 3-Indoctrination): Jon Bates – lead vocals, drums & percussion; Clarice Taylor – all background vocals; featured soloists include: Howie Johnson – guitar; Sam Morrison – tenor sax; Jimmy Delgado – timbales; Phil Clendeninn – synthesizer; T.M. Stevens - electric piccolo bass; Wayne Cobham – psychedelic trumpet; and Gene Torres - electric bass... The rhythm section is: Mark Worthy - guitar; Mitch Rothschild - piano; Gene Torres – electric bass; Mustafa Ahmed – congas, and The Berklee Horn Section (arranged by James Fortunato)...
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The current core members of THE JON BATES BAND are: Steve Riddick, Scott Harper, Akie Bermiss, Ken McGloin, Bill Dotts and Jon Bates
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Other key members, world class musicians, and friends who have endured extended tours of duty and contributed tremendously to the evolution of the band over the years are: Dana Scofidio, Jeff Miller, Gene Torres, Vic Frierson, Andrea Hammerling, Tim Bodt, Sam Furnace, Lisa Garristo, David Oliver, Leesah Stiles, Chris Vitarello, Lorraine Ferro, Charles Compo, Lew Rosenthal and John Mennona
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Other alumnae who have greatly enhanced the band with their amazing talents over the years are: Jimmy Cozier, Curtis Fowlkes, Roswell Rudd, Cornelius Bumpus, Jim Curtin, Mustafa Ahmed, Greg Glassman, Vincent Venezia, Virginia Mayhew, Laura Dryer, Jeremy Baum, Rebecca Franks, Claire Daly, Maria Tiscia, Randy Eckert, Derrick James, Scott Shetler, Ted Daniel, Ken Somerville, Chris Potter, Jeremy Berlin, Steve Tully, Eric Johnson, Deb Major, Bill Overton, Andrew Clark, Eric Celerio, Thaddeus Hogarth, Alva Nelson, Tony Stewart, Steve Sylvia, Joyce Toth, Judd Fuller, Natasha Coward, Deborah Davis, David Santos, Vinny Martucci, Mike Demico, Paul Duffy, Jeff Catania, Marshall Woodall, John Caban, Steve Count, John Arrucci, Harvey Tibbs, Grayson Farmer, Kati Mac, Kenny & Hope Nemiroff, and more...
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HERE'S A VIDEO CLIP WITH COUNTRY SONGSTRESS EXTRAORDINAIRE TAMI MARIA O'DELL AT THE TERRACE CLUB IN STAMFORD, CT WITH KEN & BARRY SOMERVILLE (Guitar & Bass), STEVE SYLVIA (Pedal Steel), JON BATES (Drums)... Don't forget to pause the main music player (above right) before clicking the "Start" arrow below:
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Music, Art, Books, Poetry, Life, Death, Love, Peace, Sex, War, Friends, Family, Reality, Freedom, Fantasy, Truth, Justice, Nature, Food, Money, Passion, Ego, Media, Vision, Integrity, Respect, Humility, Politics, Injustice, Human Rights, Civil Rights, Compassion, Empathy, Dysfunction, Creative Energy, Intellect, Ignorance, Hope, Dreams, Accomplishments, Failures, Actions, Reactions, and a complete certainty that life has meaning far beyond human comprehension...
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For bookings and additional info call 800.689.8910 or visit www.JonBates.com
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listen to samples of some cover songs we perform at: www.jonbates.com/weddings/samples.htm
Thanks for being our MySpace friend! We are JAMBOX Recording Studios in Midtown NYC. Love what you are doing and hope to collab with you in the near future. Keep on keeping on - your tracks are hottt! . Consider us for all of your pro music needs. We offer professional recording, mixing, and mastering. Our wide array of clients include Verizon, McDonalds, BET, Universal Records, and J Records. Check out our website and range of music services @ JAMBOXSTUDIO. com
Just dropping by to wish you guys well. Gotta do a gig with you guys sometime soon. And I mean - soon! Jon - you know I love ya'. Always friends, Mustafa
