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Who?

Singer/Songwriter from Germany, born on January the 23rd in 1974.

What?

Lyrics, music, stories. Handmade. Acoustic, electric, live, recorded. Guitar, piano, harmonica, vocals.

John Ian's songs are marked by musical minimalism, often the focus is on the lyrics which sometimes tell stories, sometimes can simply be called melancholic poetry and are characterized by a strong imagery. John Ian usually records his songs on multiple tracks playing all instruments by himself and has written original music since he was 16.

Why?

Music is a messenger and we all have to learn to listen* more closely.

* John Ian for example likes to listen to the following musicians: Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Counting Crows, Tori Amos, Ezio (and many, many others – thanks for the inspiration!!)

More questions?

Contact: info@john-ian.com

 

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News

• John Ian moved to Canada in February 2008. Musically, 2008 has been a quiet year. Just a few independent projects. But things are happening...

• John Ian is a 3rd prize WINNER in the international music competition "IN THE NAME OF SALT"! In March 2007 he joined the award ceremony that took place in New York City where he also performed his winning song live.

Live

• "Théâtre du Marais", Val-Morin (1201 10e Avenue), January 23rd, 2009, 8 p.m.

Music online

• myspace: www.myspace.com/johnianmusic

• betarecords:
www.betarecords.com/john.ian

Donations

• John Ian thankfully accepts donations to finance his music.