Shooting John/Solo

I am the singer of Shooting John and this page is created to represent my solo touring with the band's music. We have recently finished our second record, named Happiness +/-, and I am currently booking a solo tour in the states, starting in New York. If you would like me to host your venue, or have any suggestions about anything that could be helpful - gigs, accommodation, networks - please don't hesitate to contact me! Hope to see you on the road...
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SHOOTING JOHN balances on the verge between americana and indie flavored folk and pop. On their recently recorded studio album, HAPPINESS +/-, the six piece Swedish act delivers melodies of sadness and joy with honesty and intensity, favouring the mellowness of the minor keys, but not without a hint of hope. The dark, melancholic voice of singer Peder Gravlund contrasts beautifully to the frail singing of Helena Arlock, all framed by well balanced arrangements and melodies as well as thoughtful lyrics. Their 2005 release, MOODSWINGS, brought great critical response, tv- and radio appearances as well as tour dates in Germany, England and Sweden. Coming up is a solo tour on the U.S. east coast in October, as well as dates in Germany in Sweden during the fall and winter of 2007/08.
Musikindustrin (Sweden) "In the singer Peder Gravlund the band has an extraordinary asset, his voice, expression and charisma is of highest class”
TV4 Swedish National TV "This album makes my heart melt"
Groove Magazine (Sweden) "Beautiful, emotional and cosy"
Lennart Persson, Rootsy.nu (Sweden) ”Good songs, intimate atmosphere and a convincing singing performance by Peder Gravlund. Worth checking out!”
Arbetarbladet (Swe) "Great Swedish Americana - 4/5"
Gaffa.dk (Denmark) “The sad melancholy rises, powerfully and mercilessly, in every song, lifted by the deep and elegant voice of Peder Gravlund. A very beautiful and convincing record - 5/6”
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