John Pedersen In Paradise

Music:

Member Since: 5/31/2007
Band Website: http://www.findingparadisejazz.com
Band Members: JOHN PEDERSEN-Keyboards ANDY MACHIN-Guitars and Percussion ADRIENNE NIMS-Sax and Flute JEFF WINCKLER-Drums
Influences: Bach, Debussy, Gershwin, Joplin, Thelonious Monk, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck, Vince Guaraldi, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Joni Mitchell, Fifth Dimension, James Brown, Keith Emerson and The Nice, Elton John, Yes, ELP, Todd Rundgren, Utopia, Genesis, Chick Corea, Return to Forever, George Duke, Herbie Hancock, Jeff Beck, Jan Hammer, Passport, Stevie Wonder, Howard Jones, Special EFX, David Arkenstone, BT, Boney James, Dave Koz, Paul Taylor, Down to the Bone, Richard Elliot, Bona Fide, Steve Oliver, Brian Culbertson, The Rippingtons, Craig Chaquico, Wayman Tisdale, Peter White, Four80East, Mindi Abair, Marc Antoine, Chris Standring, Rodney Lee, Nils, Euge Groove, Jeff Lorber, David Benoit, Keith Emerson
Sounds Like: Although influenced by many of the above artists, John tries to create a magical and unique sound that transcends description. He provides a masterful collection of eclectic influences, all woven together into a compelling tapestry of lush soundscapes. Jazz, ambient and progressive elements are frequently anchored by a danceable rhythm section. Diverse ethnic percussion on many tracks, provides for a memorable multicultural experience.
Record Label: None
Type of Label: Unsigned