van sereno - vocals/guitar
byron mark - keys/percussion
rosie henshaw - b.vocals/bass
ross ferraro - drums
shane barret - drums
alden abaca - drums
miguel dayanghirang - bass
jarrol renaud - bass
joel townsend - keys
mario gordon - percussion
Influences
Babyface,
George Benson,
Ronny Jordan,
Tommy Emmanuel,
Stevie Ray Vaughn,
Wes Montgomery,
Bobby McFerrin,
Stevie Wonder,
Prince,
Bill Withers,
Luther Vandross,
Brian McKnight,
Herbie Hancock,
John Lee Hooker,
Jamiroquai,
Dave Matthews Band,
Brand New Heavies,
Incognito,
Billy Joel,
Elton John,
Paul Simon,
Eric Clapton,
Bob Marley,
Jimmy Hendrix,
Michael Jackson,
Quincy Jones,
James Morrison,
Sting,
Santana,
Crowded House,
James Taylor,
Ben Harper,
Tracy Chapman,
Lenny Kravitz,
Ani DeFranco,
Jack Johnson,
John Mayer,
Tuck & Patti
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Sounds Like
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If honesty is the best policy, then Van Sereno is your best choice when it comes to songs. Growing up in the inner western suburbs of Sydney has helped produce a talented solo acoustic artist with a diverse range of styles encompassing urban roots, rnb and organic pop with jazzy overtones.
Starting out in an originals funk outfit, as well as rhythm guitarist for numerous cover bands, Van was diligent with his craft and for years worked towards breaking out on his own. Many compare his music to Ben Harper, Jack Johnson, John Mayer and Jason Mraz, only with an rnb twist a kind of 'storytelling with a groove'.
He's graced the stages of the metro, the basement, the vanguard, the hopetoun, the boatshed, the cat & fiddle, bar broadway, to name just a few venues. he's supported aussie acts martinez, christine anu, diesel, marcia hines, vanessa amorosi, aswell as supported touring international acts like (US blues artist) john hammond, andrew roachford (UK soul) and john legend (US rnb).
Van's debut album "i think i know" (distributed through MGM) is his coming of age, from the foot stomping "Suspicious" and the disco boogie of "Leave" to the radio-friendliness of "What Then" to the raw sincerity of "Early Days". Its a collection of songs that stands testament to a fresh and innovative approach to songwriting.
The second album "persistence" (distributed through Foghorn) sees him producing himself, writing lyrics driven songs, many of them sticking to his trademark stories of love and relationships. from the funky "theres something there" to the beautiful simplicity of "sit back relax", to the blues of "thank you for tonight", Van has shown he has gained much insight and has matured in his time on the live circuit. stand out tracks is the frollicking "little bonsai" and ofcourse the title track "persistence", two songs that though has a casual and rootsy presentation to it, both weigh heavy on its metaphor and double meanings that many may relate to.
His third album "another way" was recorded live at Damien Gerard Studios on June 2, 2007. a fully acoustic album, Van has left all twelve tracks very raw and gutsy, singing from the heart with percussionist and keyboardplayer Byron Mark thumping along in full support. stories are in abundance on this new CD, as we gain further insight into this singer/songwriters sensitive new age way of thinking. theres a patriotic australiana track called "just come here", a feel good song called "you", and even a christmas song "8 days". the title track best describes this project as a definite different approach to what we're normally used to hearing.
His fourth album "together" is a duets album working with a range of artists from all different styles of music. From the soulful "move on", the funky "understanding" to the hauntingly beautiful "colours askew", this 14 batch of new tracks is an exciting CD to hear the mix of genres brought together in a clever and truly "van sereno" way. Rosie Henshaw, Jessica Boudville, Byron Mark, Luke Koteras, Shane Barret, John Maddox, Cavante, Itu, Danielle Lamb, Renny Field, Kimberly Aviso, Penny Coco, Kristy Coote, Ayesha Mehta, Jade Lumbewe, Gerard Cole, Ross Ferraro, Jarrol Renaud, Mario Gordon and Byron Lutiers are among the talented singer/songwriters and musicians that gave their all to the recording project. Yet to be released on itunes (tracks "youre out" featuring itu can be found on home grown roots compilation volume 1 and "if i die" featuring danielle lamb on sounds like cafe volume 19, and "too good" featuring luke koteras on home grown roots compilation volume 3).
In his own words "you can't beat persistence", and as the old saying goes "if you can't beat them, join them", my guess is you will - joining him in sing along that is!
Hello how is it going?
Come on tell me.. well let me tell you two quick updates i have just uploaded a new song off of my last ep called "Laughter Missing" i hope you enjoy it like a good coup of hot chocolate and i have a facebook account also so you can find me there as Picke Miranda thank you so much
- folk-pop by picke
Thanx for the add ;) Some new songs and photos online of FLUXIOUS a groovy metal band with female vocals from the french's alpine's mountains !!! It's FLUXIOUS time, so come listen to us, hope you'll enjoy it ...
Yo V! Great to have you back in action ;) Hope you can make it down to this one-- it is at that new venue above the mac that Nate showed us the other week... all very exciting!
how are you travelling are you still overseas? hope all is going well. i just fin my first ep recently, if you get time you should check it out and let me know what you think.
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Dear MySpace Friend.. My New Album "Tell Me Tomorrow" is now Available on ITUNES!! Please click the link to view and Purchase..
Billy Lofton's new album "Tell Me Tomorrow" is here. With one of those voices that feels like velvet wrapped in silk, Billy has delivered an album that will suit all musical styles. With a mixture of Adult Contemporary, R&B and Dance tracks this is one of those albums that is sure to be a global hit.
Since you guys are my friends I though you might want to check out the hot new Vagrants vids from the recent Hi Fi Bar gig http://www.youtube.com/thevagrants
Hi My new tunes "November 29th" and "Light on mute" (my first instrumental track) are now available for you to listen to a bunch of times :D have a great day! thank you so much! -picke
Hii! It's been ages since i stopped by to say hi and now that i'm here let me tell you i've got 2 new songs from my new Ep "May 18th" they are Fine wine and May 18th i really hope they make you smile at least a little Thanks!!! -Picke
