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| Written by Administrator on Thursday, 18 June 2009 18:18 | |||
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Jon Price is the bassist for the band. Originally from Raleigh, North Carolina he has been living in New York for the past 10 years. Jon has performed as a bassist and singer with a variety of New York bands and solo artists. Specializing in jazz, funk and soul, he has recorded and toured with well-known performers such as Epic artist, Sara Bareilles and others. Full Name: Jon Price Birthday: 02/16/77 Birthplace: Quincy, Illinois Family: mother, father, 1 brother Who would you trade lives with for a day? Linley Marthe What book are you reading now? Growth of the Soil – Knut Hamson What CD is playing in your car right now? I don’t own a car! What is the best thing about being an artist? Earning your living doing what you love What is the worst thing about being an artist? Sometimes not earning that great of a living Biggest career embarrassment: drooling on my bass during a solo Most memorable career concert: Playing with Timefly at the Knitting Factory - 2001 Most memorable moment in creating your most recent record: meeting Walter Sear at Sear Sound in Manhattan What is your favorite hometown hangout? The Beanstalk in Boone, NC (although I grew up in Raleigh) What is something you want others to know about you? I am no taller than 6’2” and 1/2 Who has been the most influential person in your career? Oteil Burbridge How did you get into the music industry? Raleigh Boychoir - 1985 Favorite song: Jamiroquai – “When You Gonna Learn”, Weather Report – Havona”, Aquarium Rescue Unit - “It’s Not The Same Old Thing” Favorite vacation spot: Haven’t found it yet Favorite food: Sushi. Scallop roll Favorite drink: club soda Guilty pleasure: I feel too guilty to identify it. Worst fear: drooling on my bass during a solo What was your very first job? Burger King What is the question you are most tired of answering? What kind of amp do you use? Choose one adjective to describe your music style: funky What is the number one thing you hope people get out of your music? For them to have another opportunity at obtaining a glimpse of the present moment.
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