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Jon Roberts

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About Me


Originally from Gary Indiana, I've been playing instruments since the age of 3. I started playing the bass at the age of 16. I moved to Atlanta Ga. after serving in the US Army to pursue a career in music. After I finished school (Art Institute of Atlanta) for Music Business Program, I started playing in local club bands which later led to recording and touring with National Recording Artists. I've shared the stage and or recorded with such artists as: Patti Austin, Glen Jones, Cherrelle, Martha Reeves & Vandellas, Blaque, TLC, Tony Rich, Akon, Donnie, Keith Sweat, Jagged Edge, Corner Boyz, Gloria Gaynor, Byron Cage, Universoul Circus (Poppin Soul Band) India Irie, Earl Klugh, Ken Ford, Antonio Allen, Melvin Miller, William Green, Reggie Hines, just to name a few. Currently I'm am Musical Director for Anthony David an up and coming Artist. I am the owner of Blue Room Recording Studio and I'm also working on my 1st solo project due out in Spring 2007. I have tracks posted that I've played on or wrote and produced. Take a listen and I hope you enjoy. Holla if you need bass on your tracks!!!!!Jon RobertsLayout Design by Chuckey "C2" Charles

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Member Since: 7/20/2006
Influences: Influences are: James Jamerson, Willie Weeks, Nathan Watts, James Alexander, Ray Ransom, Anthony Jackson, Frank Russell Sr. Frank Russell Jr. Ronnie Garrett, Avery Johnson, Ronnie Harvell, Nathan East, Marcus Miller, Parliment Funkadelic, Bootsy, Louis Johnson, Sly Stone, Larry Graham, Stevie Wonder, Donnie Hathaway, James Brown, Prince, Quincy Jones, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, La & Babyface, Tim & Bob All Old School & New School
Sounds Like:
Jon Roberts performing with Anthony David and India ArieJon Roberts performing with Gloria Gaynor
Record Label: R Records
Type of Label: Indie