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Jack Johnson
The world knows his music. Check out his website.
http:// www.jackjohnsonmusic.com
Elliot Easton
As lead guitarist for the legendary rock band “The Cars”, Elliot has sold over 30 million records worldwide. Well respected in the guitar community, Elliot’s reputation is that of a tasteful musician with a knack for coming up with memorable solos, great tones, and an uncanny ear for creating unforgettable “hooks” on pop records.
Elliot is also an enthusiastic fan of the instrument itself and has recently discovered the sonic and aesthetic beauty and advantages of Cole Clark Guitars. He plays a Cole Clark FL2A and FL1A-12. You can read about Elliot on the website for his current band "The New Cars".
Lloyd Spiegel
Recently impressing some of the hardest crowds in Japan at the Gakki Trade Fair, Lloyd is back and ready to ‘woo’ home town audiences with his incredible delivery of the blues. Catch Lloyd at a venue near you and don’t forget to check out what he is slinging... A Cole Clark Fat Lady. Lloyd believes it is the only guitar that truly voices his unique playing style… and with the Cole Clark Face Brace Sensor Lloyd knows all his subtle touches won’t go unheard.
Ben Harper
The world renowned Blues roots performer. Rolling Stone France's “2003 Artist of the Year” Ben Harper and his band the Innocent Criminals celebrate their involvement with Cole Clark and Harper Guitars. His Album ‘Diamonds on the Inside’ is a world wide smash with sold-out tours in every continent.
Serena Ryder
Dale Willis
Since picking up a guitar at age 7, Dale Willis has been making waves. The Australian-born performer soon found his niche as a fingerstyle guitarist, so much so that he was crowned the 2004 Australian Fingerstyle Champion. He melds elements of Folk, Roots, Blues, Jazz, Classical and Funk into dynamic and heartfelt livewire performances that have been wowing audiences across Australia, New Zealand, the US and Canada. The title track of his debut EP 'Scatterfingers' has won several awards including the USA Songwriting Competition, making Dale only the 3rd Australian to do so. He is currently enjoying living and touring in Canada.
Trevor Finlay
Canadian roots rock/ southern rock sensation Trevor Finlay joins Cole Clark Guitars. Though serendipity played a role in Trevor Finlay’s choice to be a guitar player at age nine, it is clear he found his calling. This Winnipeg (Canada) born artist was exposed to the career for which he was destined through his parents’ love of music and his introduction to an “open jam” session at age 15. Finlay has played regularly, moving from one playing situation to another, refining his guitar skills and honing his tone and performance. Having studied some of the masters like Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon and the Rolling Stones, he respects the traditions but refuses to be restricted to playing a traditional style. Finlay feels he can’t be easily pegged as a bluesman, a country artist or a rocker. “There’s way too much music out there to have tunnel vision,” Finlay says. A prodigious talent – singer, songwriter, guitarist, band leader – Finlay has proven himself to be one of Canada’s most renowned roots rock/southern rock artist and is quickly gaining the same reputation in the United States since his move to Nashville, TN in 2008. He opts for well-crafted and musically intelligent arrangements that expand upon standard foundations in new and creative ways, combining the styles of roots rock, country, rock, blues and southern rock to create his own blend of high-energy music. Indeed, he may well have established an entirely new music category; one based on lyrical and guitar ingenuity and observational acuity, as he explores both the quirks of everyday life and the mysteries of the heart with wry, clever wordplay. Over a ten-year span he has accomplished what it takes many recording artists several decades or more to complete, if they ever reach the heights this still-young musician has thus far realized.
While Finlay continues to tour and record, he is also busy as a songwriter in Nashville, USA working with some of the top recording artists and songwriters in North America.
Jeff Raines (GALACTIC)
Constantly weaving modern and retrospective styles into its own trademark jazz-funk-rock fusion, Galactic has created a far-reaching canon informed by ongoing influence from a wide range of genres, including hip-hop, blues, pop, and electronica.
The Weybourne Project
The Weybourne Project formed early this year in Oakville (Toronto) Ontario. Their energy is fueled by a lifestyle of surfing, jamming, and livin' easy. Their list of influences range from Jack Johnson, to the Beach Boys, to the Eagles, to Toots and the Maytals, the resulting sound being a laid-back infectious dub-reggae vibe geared toward music lovers of any genre. Their fresh grooves are a perfect accompaniment to any summer setting.
Watch for their new CD this summer.
http://www.myspace.com/weybourneproject
The Imagination Movers
The Imagination Movers Endorse Cole Clark Guitars. The Movers are developing a music-based kids television show for The Disney Channel and tour the country performing concerts for kids and families. Their alternative rock music for kids has hit the top of the charts numerous times on XM Kids and earned the Movers rave reviews and more than a dozen national awards.
http://www.imaginationmovers.com
Craig Douglas
A contemporary Christian artist. As the Music Director for one of Canada's fastest growing churches, The Meeting House, Craig finds himself leading thousands of people in song each week. Along with writing songs that reflect the heart of the emerging church in North America, he sings to bring hope for everyone around the world.
http://www.myspace.com/craigdouglasmusic
Dan Phelps
Dan Phelps performs one-man shows singing and playing traditional, acoustic blues such as the Delta and slide styles of greats like Son House & Charley Patton as well as ragtime styles like Rev. Gary Davis & Blind Blake. He has been featured on the BBC's "Paul Jones Blues Hour" twice and his latest CD has met with critical acclaim in publications such as Blues Revue and Blues & Rhythm Magazine.
Chris Bigford
Originally from the Ottawa Valley in Ontario, Chris Bigford has called Winnipeg Manitoba home since 1979. Chris is a successful country recording artist, having won 12 Manitoba Country Music Awards for Male Vocalist, Entertainer, Songwriter, Song of the Year and Band of the Year. Chris and his band are currently touring the Manitoba club and festival circuits and are heading into the studio to finish their CD.
Matt Gauss
The Matt Gauss Band have been entertaining Philadelphia audiences since 2006. Matt is a Philly native who started out solo but now has a full band accompanying his vocal talent: lead guitarist Alex Kurylak, bassist Matt Clay and drummer Scott Hasson. Expect great things from these guys; they have a very catchy sound — and a lot to offer the Philadelphia music scene.
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