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The Silent Boys
But wait, there's more. . .Follow this link for the jangly indie-pop sound of The Silent Boys, featuring JA on lead guitar.
Americana Meets Indie-pop
"His playing with The Silent Boys and again on his solo albums, compares well with The Smiths (Johnny Marr) primarily, as well as the fifth LP Echo & the Bunnymen (Will Sergeant), the Chills (Martin Phillipps). This is slighly lighter fare than The Silent Boys, with a softness in self-production that sounds like Everything But the Girl, and an occasional harmonica on top of a Peter Hook bassline that's New Order-esque. But this is really a resonant guitar primer, as he tugs and coaxes dreamy little leads with his deft pick throughout, as if he really does his singing through his axe. Nice like a light spring breeze."
-- Jack Rabid, publisher of The Big TakeOver
The Band
Who is this band? John Andrew has had the honor and privilege of working with many very talented musicians who have offered their services and inspirations in the production of the JAB albums and performances. With great appreciation, this includes:
- Joe Netzel: Drums
- Rob Ostrander: Bass
- Patty Casey: Vocals, Flute
- Lane Gibson: Mastering, Vocals
- John Morand: Drums
- Eirikur Baldursson: Cello
- John Wright: Mellotron
- Garth Orr: Drums
- Brian Simmons: Drums
- Ben Simmons: Guitar
- Micheal Stephens: Pedal Steel
- Paul Asbell: Guitar
- Stuart Paton: Conga
- Patrick Wright: Jazz Guitar
- John Guidry: Bass
- Brian Pritchard: Singing Bowls
- Toby Silas: Saxophone
- Mike Lucas: Saxophone, Vocals
- Graham Orr: Vocals
- Maitreya Suchocki: Harp, Vocals
- Charlotte Brodie: Fiddle
- Eirikur Baldersen: Cello
- Shana Herman
- Sarah Wright: Double Bass
- Brent Lambert: The Kitchen Mastering
The "band" in JohnAndrewBand is a floating concept with a wonderful spectrum of influences. Equally important are the influences of his band mates and life long friends from the Silent Boys: Wallace Dietz, Bruce Smith, John Morand, and Michael Click. And with gratitude, most special thanks are due to John's wife Tracy and their super children: Ian, Reece, and Maitreya. And a big shout out to our fans. Thank you for your support.
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