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Jon Raven

Gettin Down To Business

About Me

THIS JUST IN!!!!!!!!!

"Can You Hear Me Now"
is lighting up the charts on garageband.com
It has been voted Track of the Day on May 8th 2008 in Americana
also...
"Tied"
Track of the Day on 27Dec2006 in Pop Rock
Best Male Vocals overall, week of 1Jan2007
Best Male Vocals in Pop Rock, week of 1Jan2007
Best Production in Pop Rock, week of 25Dec2006
Best Production in Pop Rock, week of 1Jan2007
Best Lyrics in Pop Rock, week of 25Dec2006
Best Lyrics in Pop Rock, week of 1Jan2007
Potential Soundtrack overall, week of 1Jan2007
Potential Soundtrack in Pop Rock, week of 1Jan2007
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MUSIC BIO:
Jon Raven's energy and commanding vocal ability shine through his infectious Rock Americana sound. His knack for melody and stick-in-your-head hooks stem from a lifetime of diverse influences and experiences. Originally from Nova Scotia, Canada and now calls Nashville home. Surviving a rare form of childhood cancer, Jon's life began to take on a magical purpose. Knowing that there was so much to live for became the catalyst to reach for his dreams. Jon spent years polishing and culling his unique crossover style and sound. He effortlessly drifts with skilled precision from heart-wrenching laments to upbeat spirit rockers that awaken the primal being hiding inside you. Jon's songs come from a passion for life, and reveal tender lyrics penned with his heart clearly on his velvety sleeve. Endorsed by Gibson Guitars with a custom “Jon Raven” guitar, Sha-Sha shoes, Levy's Guitar Straps, Neumann/Sennheiser Microphones, and Presonus to name a few. Awarded Western Beat’s 2003 Best Male Artist of the Year. With the combination of talent and story, Jon is destined to secure his place among the ranks of today's top international performers.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 5/26/2005
Band Website: jonraven.com
Band Members: Jon Raven - Songwriter, Vocals, Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Production
Ric Latina - Lead Guitar (John Berry, Billy Dean, Suzy Boguss, Hank III, Loretta Lynn's Daughters, Paul Brandt, etc.)
Josh Cobb - Drummer (Westover, etc)
Anthony Joyner - Bassist(Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Shania Twain, Bombshell, etc)
Michael Estok - Production Partner

Influences: MarK Knopfler, Jimmy Rankin, Counting Crows, Buddy Miller, The Wallflowers, Tom Petty, Steve Earle, Blue Rodeo, Keith Urban, Drive-By Truckers, Rodney Crowell, Johnny Cash, Pat Green, Hemingway Corner, Edwin Mccain, Mike Ness, Josh Rouse, Nick Drake, Train, Walt Wilkins, John Haitt, John Cougar, Bruce Springsteen, U2, Kathleene Edwards, Jim Cuddy, John Gorka, Corey Tetford, too many to mention.
Sounds Like: Powerful Edwin Mccain vocals with songs like Tom Petty and a sound like Counting Crows? The production and band setup much like the Wallflowers but more organic? Maybe I sound like Jeffrey Gaines some people mention... maybe like others.... but really I may be inspired by other artists but I don't attempt to sound like anyone other then myself. Why don't you email me your thoughts as to who I sound like.


Record Label: Shopping For A Deal. But I will make it either way
Type of Label: None

My Blog

My Hometown Show

The show went extremely well concidering the winter storm raging outside the theatre. I was very happy to see that so many people wanted to see the show bad enough to venture out into the cold stormy ...
Posted by Jon Raven on Sun, 30 Dec 2007 08:11:00 PST

Check out this event: Jon Raven @ Glasgow Square

Hosted By: Jon Raven When: Thursday Dec 27, 2007 at 7:30 PMWhere: Glasgow Square TheatreGlasgow SquareNew Glasgow, Nova Scotia|59 CanadaDescription:Jon Raven Click Here To View Event...
Posted by Jon Raven on Fri, 30 Nov 2007 07:58:00 PST

NEW WEBSITE LAUNCHED!!!!

HEAR YE, HEAR YE!!!  The new Official Jon Raven website has been successfully launched.Please take a moment and check it out and let me know what you think.Best regards,Keep on rawkin'Jon Ravenht...
Posted by Jon Raven on Mon, 09 Apr 2007 03:12:00 PST

The New Band

Ok so I have had some trouble finding a fulltime bass player over the last while but I think I have finally found the bassist I have been searching for.The band now consists of:Jon Raven - Singer / So...
Posted by Jon Raven on Wed, 24 Jan 2007 02:26:00 PST

New Photos

I had some new promo photos taken this week right outside my house... Hope you enjoy them.  There will be tonnes new ones being sent to me this week for me to post.  These two were just teas...
Posted by Jon Raven on Mon, 16 Oct 2006 06:39:00 PST

Dream a Dream worth Dreaming

If your gonna dream it... And intend to put everything you've got into that dream... You better dream something worth the trip you are intending to take. Dream a Dream worth Dreaming!
Posted by Jon Raven on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

Reach Through The Haze

Funny how things seem to reach through the haze to make themselves known to us, just when we think the fog is too thick on the horizon. "Reach through the haze... reach."
Posted by Jon Raven on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

the Raven Totem

RAVEN TOTEM "Raven, share with me your magic. I am the darkness in the light, the light in the darkness." The raven shows us how to go into the dark of our inner self and bring out the light ...
Posted by Jon Raven on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST

Edgar Allan Poe

"And my soul from out that shadow that lies floating on the floor... Shall be lifted - NEVERMORE!"
Posted by Jon Raven on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST