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John Salaway

About Me

Me: Father, Musician, Taurus, Producer, Lover, Songwriter, Optimist, Realist, Peaceful until Provoked, Single Parent, College Graduate, Session player, Beatles historian, Rock n Roll Trivia junkie, owner of Def Kat Music LLC, History Buff, Wannabe Photographer, Drummer, Nationally Endorsed Acoustic Guitarist(thanks Washburn!), Pianist, Somewhat of a Singer, Songwriter for the Last Straw, Kid at Heart, Percussionist, Movie Buff, Inspiration junkie, Scholarship creator, Promoter, Booking Agent, Songwriters nights host, Recording Studio Promotions Manager, Boro Blues fest planner, member of Acoustic Revolution, Vinyl Collector, Music City Blues Jam creator, Traveler, Loner, Restless Spirit, Meditation enthusiast, Skeptic, Believer...

Click on the logo to hear and buy Acoustic Revolution on i-tunes!

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 5/7/2005
Band Website: www.theacousticrevolution.com
Band Members:Drum Solo live at Exit InPerforming on myspace's first live national concert broadcast with Ben Fold's "Guitorchestra". Recorded live at RCA studios (where Elvis Recorded) on Music Row-Nashville, TN. You'll see me quite a bit starting from the first chorus of "Such Great Hights".live at Exit/In Nashville, TN "Down the Line"

Influences: The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, U2, Bob Dylan, Ben Folds, Sublime, Pink Floyd, The Who, Radiohead, Beach Boys, Bob Marley, Black Crowes, G N f'n R, Beck, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Muse, Dr Dog, Squrrell Nut Zippers, Tenacious D, Flight of the Concords, G-love and Special Sauce, and so many more...Ben Folds You Dont Know Me (featuring Regina Spektor)
Radiohead
Sounds Like: The Acoustic Revolution
Record Label: Def Kat Music
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

"Mystery Trip" Beatles tribute debuts summer tour-feature article in the post

I am proud to announce the debut of my new band Mystery Trip- a tribute to the Beatles. Check out our feature article in the Murfreesboro post about our debut performance in Murfreesboro before we go ...
Posted by on Sun, 31 May 2009 23:08:00 GMT

Feature article on my new biz Stage Sound Recording in the Post!

Thanks to Erin Edgemon and the Post for their feature article on my new live recording business with Jordon Shirks called Stage Sound Recording. The new biz will go to the venues to record band's live...
Posted by on Wed, 27 May 2009 13:36:00 GMT

Feature article in the Daily News Journal!

Thanks to Karen Kraft and the DNJ's weekend edition for writing a feature article about my Music City Blues Jam and the all star Jam this sat at Blue Rooster.check it out!www.dnj.com
Posted by on Thu, 23 Apr 2009 15:44:00 GMT

Got 9 songs on the new album "Brought to Life" from The Last Straw

The Last Straw is currently releasing their new album entitled "Brought to Life." Many of my friends know that I was a essential part of the band's birth, sound and creation and was the drummer and so...
Posted by on Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Got The Blues? Boro Blues Fest Sept 12&13 @Patterson Park-FREE Concert!

I was very proud to help the Lead Belly Foundation, Murfreesboro Parks and Rec, The Police Officers, the City and Jim and Cindy Phiffer plan, organize and promote the 3rd annual Boro Blues Fest! The s...
Posted by on Mon, 08 Sep 2008 21:40:00 GMT

On the radio 91.1FM-Nashville Sunday Sept 7th 6-8pm

Thanks to DJ Mojo for having me on the air on 91.1FM Nashville to talk about Boro Blues Fest, Music City Blues Jam and the Lead Belly Foundation. The show will be on Sunday, Spet 7th from 6-8pm. Tune ...
Posted by on Sat, 06 Sep 2008 11:37:00 GMT

Music City Blues Jam now Every Thursday at Beer Sellar off 2nd Ave Downtown Nashville!

I'm proud to announce that Def Kat Music's Blues Jam has been asked to move to Nashville!Def Kat Music Presents: Music City Blues Jam Every Thursday @ Beer Sellar (107 Church St, Off 2nd Ave) Downtown...
Posted by on Mon, 25 Aug 2008 18:55:00 GMT

Big Show this Friday @ 3rd and Lindsley in Nashville! THB, Hammertorch, Penguin and more!

3rd and Lindsley, one of the best clubs in Nashville, asked me to book and promote a show featuring some of the best talent from Murfreesboro so here we go!!!come on out and see some of the best acts ...
Posted by on Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:09:00 GMT

New Merch Co. feat. in Murfreesboro Post and poster for Big show at 3rd and Lindsley Aug 22n

Thanks to Erin Edgemon and the Murfreesboro Post for their recent featured article on my new artist merchandising company Revolutionclick here to read the new article! MurfreesboroPost.com Revolu...
Posted by on Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:53:00 GMT

Performing with Penguin @ Bluesboro Aug 16th and 3rd and Lindsley Aug 22!

I'm really looking forward to performing with my friends in Penguin for the last show that will be help at Bluesboro Rhythm and Blues Co. on Aug 16th 9pm!The band will also be performing at 3rd and Li...
Posted by on Wed, 06 Aug 2008 09:55:00 GMT