So I have to sit and write a biography so all from near and far have an idea of where I come from, what I stand for, and whether I can write in complete sentences. Usually these things begin with a quote from the artist, interview style. Something like, “My life changed the moment I realized dying wasn’t an option” or “there was only one way to go and that was up”… either way we all have those moments. We all have moments of hating our job, our boss, our lives - but making the decision to change is pretty challenging.
But then again it’s always been a challenge. Choosing what to live for is sometimes challenging but can become clear with experience and time. It can be family, friends, or a cause. But choosing a message to represent through music is a choice I made for this record.
The last few years have seen hardships, job loss, economic and natural disasters, and Justin Bieber. But they’ve also seen children smile, success by underdogs, and hope for the future. So I’m writing for those who never give up. Those who dream. And living a simpler life. Make mistakes loud. Walk away from those who don’t dream. Listen and learn, and try to live lean. And the Boston Bruins won the Stanley Cup.
jB, August 2011
You may have heard Jon on saxophone with Stephen Kellogg and the Sixers, Jackson Wetherbee Band, Barefoot Truth, The Sweet Remains, Mieka Pauley, Shoeless Joe, T.I.P., Missing Joe, Big Lick, Clarias, Jim Gilmour Band, Princes of Babylon, Traveling Matt, Tripping Billies, The Brightwings, Michael Tarara, Rich Price, Samantha Farrell, Carlos Reyes, and Charles Neville.
While performing with various bands, Jon considers himself extremely lucky to have opened for (or shared a bill with): Collective Soul, Gin Blossoms, Marcy Playground, Matt Nathanson, Reel Big Fish, Ryan Montbleau Band, Zach Deputy, Adam Ezra Group, Will Dailey & The Rivals, Sarah Blacker, Toby Lightman, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Pat McGee, Clayton Senne, O.A.R., Deep Banana Blackout, Pilfers, Bim Skala Bim, Guster, 2 Skinny J's, The Urge, Step Lively, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Entrain, Seeking Homer, Will Hoge, Graham Colton Band, Zebrahead, Mephiskapheles, Skinnerbox, Miracle Orchestra, Seven Nations, Missing Joe, Addison Groove Project, Let's Go Bowling, Mountain of Venus, Lovewhip, New York Ska-Jazz Ensemble, Topaz, Who Cares, Kicked in the Head, Planet Smashers, Allstonians, Edna's Goldfish, Spring Heeled Jack (USA), MetroStylee, Dangerman, Children of The Korn, Splitshift, Shadows Fall, Catch 22, Princes of Babylon, Big D and the Kids Table, Fooled By April, and Oval Opus.
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