Member Since: 30/11/2007
Band Website: www.rodsaunders.com
Influences: Biggest influence was Mrs. MacPherson, a classical piano instructor who taught me the basics of music for 4 years during childhood. Influential artists include:Singer/Songwriters: Jim Croce, James Taylor, Gordon Lightfoot, Don McLean, Paul Simon, Dan Fogelberg, Harry Chapin, John Denver, Arlo Guthrie, Cat Stevens, Elton John, Billy Joel, and Kenny Loggins.Guitarists: Leo Kottke, Alex DeGrassi, Phil Keaggy, Edgar Cruz, and Chet Atkins.Fiddlers: Mark O'Connor, Darol Anger, Kevin Burke, Jean-Luc Ponty, and Craig Duncan.Mandolin: David Grisman and Mike Marshall.Banjo: Earl Scruggs, Roy Clark, Tony Trischka, Bela FleckKeyboard: Elton John, Billy Joel, Bob James, Cat Stevens, and Joe Sample
Sounds Like: Vocals: James Taylor and Jim Croce
Guitar: Chet Atkins, Alex DeGrassi, Edgar Cruz
Fiddle: Jean-Luc Ponty, Vanessa Mae, Doug Cameron
Record Label: IAC Music - www.iacmusic.org
Type of Label: Indie