Jon Black
Alt Country / Folk Rock
Birmingham, AL
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About
Jon Black is easily one of the south's best kept secrets... until now. Over the past two years he has shared the stage with Alejandro Escovedo, Ani DiFranco, Mark Kozolek, and many more; won a songwriting award for My Days Are Numbered and travelled by plane, train, and automobile to share his music with anyone willing to listen and engage.
Goodbye Golden Age, releasing on Rebuilt Records, is the much-anticipated follow-up to his 2006 release, The October Sky. Recorded over the span of a year in Oxford, Mississippi at Tweed Recordings with Andrew Ratcliffe (Will Hoge, Blue Mountain, The Damnwells) and DOMUS Studios in Cumming, Georgia with Paul Reeves, the arsenal of players on the record is stunning. Mixed by Andy Hunt (Glen Philips, Derek Webb) and Mastered by Matt Odmark from Jars of Clay, Goodbye Golden Age shows that Jon is growing in his artistry and that his comparisons to Jackson Browne, Ryan Adams, and Jay Farrarr are not in vain.
With the sonic backdrop of Americana music, Black's latest album dives deep into capturing the loneliness of the road, the hope of things to come, and the inspiration found at the end of your rope. Goodbye Golden Age is both an album of searching and finding, an honest display of fears in an uncertain world and a joyful reaction to following dreams, a friendly greeting and a quick punch to the gut. He says, "There's music you listen to at the moment and there's music you listen to forever. I really wanted to dig deep and give people something they could listen to when they need a reminder that most doubts, fears, joys, and triumphs are shared between all humans. Existence is hard but I've made it through with the help from some great artists. Hopefully this will inspire others to keep going."
If you want to know what a growing artist looks like and what happens when an artist is honest then look no further. This artist in Birmingham, Alabama is truly on the verge of becoming an important songwriter in the south and in modern Americana music.
"Jon is an amazing story teller. His words paint a picture as his melodies give pure heartfelt emotion. Each song took me to a new place and I loved every minute of it." - Andy Hunt
"...Black elevates his music to another level." - Mike Trobiano from The University of Tampa Minaret
"The eclectic nature of this collection, as well as the solid songwriting and Black's clear, strong singing voice, is reminiscent of Lyle Lovett's style...not a small feat. And, boy can Black hold a note - check out 'Mouth Of The Moon' as evidence. Don't let this guy pass you by." - WayCoolMusic.net
"Black is a skilled songwriter and performer and here he shows off his talent across a range of styles." - Americana UK
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Aug 24, 2009
Website Stuff
At the moment, whoisjonblack.com is experiencing some technical difficulty.
The hamsters are running fast to get it back to normal.
Thanks for your patience.
- the management.
Aug 4, 2009
Saturday Night. Speakeasy.
This saturday (8.8.09) I will be playing at Speakeasy with Imaginary Planes and The Masons.
It’s $5 at the door and starts at 9 PM. This is a 21+ show so leave your toddlers at home. Come out Saturday night. It’s going to be a blast and it’s sponsored by your …
Jul 8, 2009
The Future…
Today, as some of you are aware, Rebuilt Records announced it will be closing its doors on August 1st. I am saddened by this news. Jason Harwell has been a brother to me and I’m thankful for his willingness to take a chance on me and my music. He will always be a …
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joelp, Apr 20, 2009:
wow great music would love to see you live some time!!
taylor, Oct 4, 2008:
Hey, I didn't tell you last night that you guys sounded great so yeah, you guys sounded great. and I hope that Kyle didn't drive. okbye..
Halle Mahongle, Apr 9, 2008:
Great music!! i really love it.
cheers from france
Green, Oct 14, 2007:
Keep up the awesome music. The October Sky is a cool song.
Cyprian, Sep 20, 2007:
I actually worked at Aroma when you played and I still work there :) I think I like coffee a bit too much to leave. Anyways, good music! Pleasure to listen to!
Katie Howell, Jun 3, 2007:
"What if people quit doing what they were supposed to do and started doing what they were called to do?" -- Hm... gets me to thinking.
Sean Bess, May 29, 2007:
no problem. yea man. i'm enjoying your music.
mae., May 20, 2007:
no problemo!
Eddleman, Apr 26, 2007:
Your story is inspirational and naturally so is your music. You did it, man.
jo, Apr 24, 2007:
Thanks for the friendship...really lovin' your music!!