The Smooth Talkers

Bio:

The Smooth Talkers bring together some of Western New York’s best and most experienced musicians to perform classic rock of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Byrds, and much more. The band is led by veteran guitarist John Covach, who is also a member of Rochester’s 28if as well as the prog-rock recording band Land of Chocolate. John is Professor of Music at the University of Rochester and Eastman, and host of WRUR’s Radio Rock. Covach is joined by vocalist Mike Norton (Ghost Song, Mr. Right), bassist/vocalist Jim-Jimmy James (Breakfast Club, Beat Generation), guitarist/keyboardist Jason Titus (Band ‘N Public, Low Water), and drummer Pete Chinnock.

The Smooth Talkers take pride in their painstakingly accurate renditions of 60s classics, delivered in exciting and dynamic performances that exhilarate audiences. The band is perfect for clubs, private parties and corporate events. For more information, contact us through MySpace or via email at: SmoothTalkers@msn.com.

Keep an eye on this page for announcements of upcoming shows and for new songs! (We plan to change the songs regularly.)

Visit this page often, drop us a line, and don't forget to add The Smooth Talkers to your Friends!!

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Member Since:

December 30, 2007

Members:

John Covach: lead guitar, vocals;
Pete Chinnock: drums;
Jim-Jimmy James: bass, vocals
Mike Norton: lead vocals, percussion;
Jason Titus: guitar, keyboards, vocals;


Here are The Smooth Talkers at the Clothesline Festival in Rochester (Sept 2008). You can see the entire show (seventeen songs) or skip around from song to song if you prefer (note the arrows on the screen). Enjoy!!

Influences:

Beatles, Rolling Stones, Byrds, Bob Dylan, Paul Revere and the Raiders, Yardbirds, Animals, Rascals, Doors, Steppenwolf, Badfinger and many more.

Sounds Like:

Beatles, Rolling Stones, Byrds, Bob Dylan, Paul Revere and the Raiders, Yardbirds, Animals, Rascals, Doors, Steppenwolf, Badfinger and many more.

Record Label:

Ivory Tower