John Flynn is a seasoned, trombone slinging, keyboardist and native New Jerseyan, who rocks the northeast in a slew of bands. John’s hooky licks, punchy horn blasts and soulful piano bites, complementing his expressive, honest, gritty and sometimes edgy Lou Reed-esque vocal delivery.
He released his first solo record. "Heading For The Sun" highlights nine original songs that range from rock, to soul, ska, and funk. Recorded at Lambertville-based Thunder Pumpkin Records, “Heading for the Sunâ€, showcases a collection of danceable songs with pithy lyrics and rhythms that drive and swing. Favorite local talent like John Sonntag, Jason Bonthron, Pat McSherry, Rob Weisenborn and others sweeten the deal by contributing guitar, bass, drums sax and vocals to this project.
A power horn reggae groove song “Home†kicks off “Heading for the Sun†with a commentary on how home can not be found in a search for material wealth, but in peace, happiness and love. Other songs run the gamut from nostalgia for the glory days of the Woodstock generation in Past Lives, to trying to keep from being thrown in the clinker, in the danceable Ska tune Policeman. It’s tough to keep from giggling when hearing John’s keyboard mimic a siren after he says, "Policeman, don't take us away … we’re just musicians who play some songs.â€
John Flynn’s breakout record “Heading for the Sun†is sure to find fans in music lovers who seek out rock, ska, soul and reggae. Throw in clever lyrics, honest sentiments, driving rhythms, and old-fashioned fun and you have all the elements of a stellar debut album.
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