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Justin Conn

Southern Girls come on like a hurricane...

About Me

One might do well to judge Justin Conn by those who surround him. In the 6 short years he’s spent in Music City, he’s formed a musical family that includes former Allman Bros. member Johnny Neel, Stax legend Wayne Jackson of the Memphis Horns, and Soul great Charles “Wigg” Walker. His debut record, New Blood, has been praised as evidence that Justin is the “’new blood’ of the younger generation!” (Music City Blues Society, 2007), and his prolific writing has garnered much attention for its originality and powerful honesty, while never losing touch with Justin’s Memphis heritage.

In a town renowned for its incredible musicians, Justin has made a name for himself through his impassioned performances and ultra-tight Southern Funk & Roll band. His soulful voice and confident guitar playing are perfectly complemented by the bass wizardry of Sean Smith, the rock solid beats of Jim Klingler, and the genius of saxophone standout Lance Hoffman. With an undeniable on-stage chemistry, the Justin Conn Band has been taking audiences by storm across the Mid-South.

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Simultaneously traditional and progressive, Justin Conn continues to make his mark as a distinctly new musical voice. With the release of his new record, Justin has paid his dues and is poised to take his place among his creative peers. Justin Conn is the New Blood – the fresh life breathed into this musical fire…


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Member Since: 3/22/2005
Band Website: justinconn.com
Band Members: Justin Conn Band:
Justin Conn - guitar, vocals.
Lance Hoffman - saxophones, harmonica.
Jim Klingler - drums.
Sean O'Bryan Smith - bass.
Larry van Loon - Hammond B3, keyboards.
- with -
Chris Nelsen - percussion.

Justin endorses Randall MTS Series Amplifiers .
Influences: John Lee Hooker, Albert King, Otis Redding, Bill Withers...

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Sounds Like: Justin Conn.

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Record Label: Connfidence
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

That Randall?

Yes, that Randall.  (Warning: Gearslut confessional...) I have recently come on as an endorser for Randall Amplification, the same Randall Amplification that has for years been the go-to amp for...
Posted by Justin Conn on Sat, 07 Jun 2008 08:55:00 PST

04-16-2008

16 April 2008 This Friday we're throwing a party! High Caliber_Live and Short Bus Mafya presentAn evening with Justin Conn, Sean O'Bryan Smith, and Kristen CothronLive at The Rutledge - 410 4th Avenu...
Posted by Justin Conn on Wed, 16 Apr 2008 01:20:00 PST

News! 03-2008

It’s coming: Music?City Live is on the way!  Two tracks from the new record are now on the page, and we’re hoping to have everything in place for our projected mid-April release.&nbs...
Posted by Justin Conn on Wed, 26 Mar 2008 02:29:00 PST

Up-dates

Hey hey! Things are continuing to move along and shape up nicely for our live CD/DVD.  The audio for this is brilliant!  Much thanks to Dirk at Big Purple Dog Productions for taking such goo...
Posted by Justin Conn on Fri, 15 Feb 2008 12:01:00 PST

Huntsville Voodoo

photo by Anna Henderson Photography We gathered up a few of the Short Bus Mafya crew and went down to Huntsville, Alabama last Friday for our first visit to The Voodoo Lounge.  What a ...
Posted by Justin Conn on Tue, 12 Feb 2008 01:16:00 PST

Into place...

Hey hey! Right, so everything really seems to be falling into place these days.  The live CD/DVD is coming together nicely - we're just about finished with the audio mixing and mastering, and we'...
Posted by Justin Conn on Sat, 02 Feb 2008 03:22:00 PST

Short Bus Success!

I'd like to send out a sincere thank-you to everyone who made it out to our show last night at 3rd & Lindsley - we had a fantastic turnout!  Big Purple Dog Productions brought out their mobil...
Posted by Justin Conn on Sun, 16 Dec 2007 12:16:00 PST

Live DVD/CD Recording @ 3rd & Lindsley!

Come join us for a special live DVD/CD recording at 3rd & Lindsley this Saturday, December 15th! Hosted By: Justin ConnWhen: Saturday Dec 15, 2007 at 6:00 PMWhere: 3rd & Lindsley818 3rd Avenue SouthN...
Posted by Justin Conn on Fri, 14 Dec 2007 06:17:00 PST

Kristen Cothron...

[I'm really getting annoyed with MySpace's editor right now - the poster for the gig should be right about here.] Kristen Cothron & Her BandLive @ 3rd & Lindsley7:30pm - No Coverwith special g...
Posted by Justin Conn on Sun, 02 Dec 2007 09:59:00 PST

The Optimist

"...on a rainy day I wear my shades Just hoping the sun will shineSo I think I'll stay near to you'Cause one day you'll be mine..."   "The Optimist" - Justin Conn
Posted by Justin Conn on Wed, 21 Nov 2007 09:27:00 PST