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Singer songwriters revive the mellow styles of folk singers with melodies and storytelling
By Kelina Imamura
Posted: 10/14/08, 4:01 AM EST Section: Decibel
The singer-songwriter is an interesting breed of musician. Modern musicians share the genre with the greats like Neil Diamond and Bob Dylan. Singer-songwriters have their lives showcased constantly in personal lyrics and heart-wrenching melodies. It's an accomplishment to achieve success in such a field at a young age.
Jason Reeves, a 20-something singer-songwriter, headlines the first concert in University Union's Bandersnatch Concert series. Reeves, along with Tyrone Wells, will play the Schine Underground Wednesday at 8 p.m.
As the weather cools down, let these artists be the soundtrack to coffee-drinking mornings and nights of studying.
kmimamur@syr.edu
Jon McLaughlin
Age: 26
Hometown: Anderson, Ind.
Reason to listen: With piano-driven ballads and danceable pop songs, McLaughlin could be the most versatile singer-songwriter in the bunch. His talent proves he was destined to be more than just a boy from a small town in Indiana. His voice is a blend of pop and R&B flair. Whether he is seated behind a grand piano or an electric keyboard, McLaughlin has talent and a smooth voice that makes listeners swoon. Already in his short career, McLaughlin graced the stage at the 80th Academy Awards - a far cry from the heartland this crooner calls home.
Album: "OK Now," released Oct. 7
Song to download: "Why I'm Talking to You." While the song opens with notes reminiscent of "Charlie Brown" cartoons, the song is one that will stick in your head. Complete with piano and guitar solos, the chorus is a pick-up line that would force girls to react.
Jason Reeves
Age: 24
Hometown: Iowa City, Iowa
Reason to listen: Best known for his collaboration on 10 tracks on Colbie Caillat's album "CoCo" - including singles "Bubbly" and "The Little Things" - Jason Reeves is now carving his own path to fame. Even after transitioning from the Midwest to Los Angeles, Reeves' music still has the local coffee shop, hometown boy sound. He writes about one-sided relationships, the state of New Hampshire (after two fans asked him to, even though he had never visited the state) and the girl who used to write him old-fashioned letters. Bringing his acoustic guitar and smooth voice, Reeves will grace the Schine Underground stage Wednesday at the first University Union Bandersnatch concert of the year.
Jason Reeves, a 20-something singer-songwriter, headlines the first concert in University Union's Bandersnatch Concert series. Reeves, along with Tyrone Wells, will play the Schine Underground Wednesday at 8 p.m.
As the weather cools down, let these artists be the soundtrack to coffee-drinking mornings and nights of studying.
kmimamur@syr.edu
Jon McLaughlin
Age: 26
Hometown: Anderson, Ind.
Reason to listen: With piano-driven ballads and danceable pop songs, McLaughlin could be the most versatile singer-songwriter in the bunch. His talent proves he was destined to be more than just a boy from a small town in Indiana. His voice is a blend of pop and R&B flair. Whether he is seated behind a grand piano or an electric keyboard, McLaughlin has talent and a smooth voice that makes listeners swoon. Already in his short career, McLaughlin graced the stage at the 80th Academy Awards - a far cry from the heartland this crooner calls home.
Album: "OK Now," released Oct. 7
Song to download: "Why I'm Talking to You." While the song opens with notes reminiscent of "Charlie Brown" cartoons, the song is one that will stick in your head. Complete with piano and guitar solos, the chorus is a pick-up line that would force girls to react.
Jason Reeves
Age: 24
Hometown: Iowa City, Iowa
Reason to listen: Best known for his collaboration on 10 tracks on Colbie Caillat's album "CoCo" - including singles "Bubbly" and "The Little Things" - Jason Reeves is now carving his own path to fame. Even after transitioning from the Midwest to Los Angeles, Reeves' music still has the local coffee shop, hometown boy sound. He writes about one-sided relationships, the state of New Hampshire (after two fans asked him to, even though he had never visited the state) and the girl who used to write him old-fashioned letters. Bringing his acoustic guitar and smooth voice, Reeves will grace the Schine Underground stage Wednesday at the first University Union Bandersnatch concert of the year.
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