Jon and the Jones
| Jon and the Jones | |
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 Jon and the Jones in performance, 2013 | |
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| Origin | New York, New York, United States |
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| Years active | 2012–present |
| Labels | BHi Music Group |
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Jon and the Jones is a New York-based, blues-rock band signed to Dick Wingate’s new artist development label, BHi Music Group.[1] The line-up features Jon Moodie (guitar/vocals), Brian Stanley (bass) and Helen Destroy (drums).
Formation
In 2010, Jon Moodie was signed to an exclusive songwriting deal with Big House Publishing. This led to the production of ten showcase songs as a soloist and performances around the New York music scene.[2] As Moodie honed his musicianship, he was compelled to add more musicians to further diversify his sound. Drummer, Helen Destroy, and bassist, Brian Stanley, soon joined Moodie and they morphed into a band. In 2013, the band was signed to BHi Music Group.[3][4]
Releases
Singles
- "Firebreather" - Released November 26, 2013 – Exclusive Premiere on Guitar World[5]
Compilations
- "Firebreather" - "From The Rabbit Hole - Vol. 1 NY" [6]
- Take Me Down (Gondola)" - "From The Rabbit Hole - Vol. 1 NY"[6]
Albums
"City of Gold"
On April 28, 2014, Helen Destroy announced via the band’s official Twitter, “This is my final session of recording for our debut album!”[7] Currently, the band is putting the “finishing touches" on "City of Gold" that is expected to drop in early-2015.[4][8]
Tours
"Stay Jonesin' Tour"
On September 9, 2014, Jon and the Jones announced that they would be kicking off “The Stay Jonesin’ Tour” in October 2014. The tour will cover four states and include radio appearances, local and festival performances.[4][9]
The band announced the following tour dates:[4]
| Day of Week | Date | Location | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday | October 9, 2014 | Saratoga Springs, NY | Gaffney’s (SIRSY)) |
| Friday | October 10, 2014 | Worcester, MA | Beatnik’s (DSJR) |
| Saturday | October 11, 2014 | Sommerville, MA | PA’s Lounge |
| Sunday | October 12, 2014 | Beacon, NY | Dogwood |
| Monday | October 13, 2014 | Bethel, NY | The Dancing Cat Saloon |
| Wednesday | October 15, 2014 | Binghamton, NY | Cyber Café West |
| Thursday | October 16, 2014 | Rochester, NY | California Brew Haus |
| Saturday | October 18, 2014 | Burlington, VT | Manhattan Pizza & Pub |
| Sunday | October 19, 2014 | Burlington, VT | Radio Bean |
References
- ↑ Mitchell Peters, " Dick Wingate Launches BHi Music Group", Billboard”, November 18, 2013
- ↑ "Music - Barebones", Jon Moodie
- ↑ "Jon and the Jones - Biography", BHi Music Group”
- 1 2 3 4 "The Band", Jon and The Jones
- ↑ Guitar World Staff, "Exclusive: BHi Music Group Premieres New Music Videos by Jon and The Jones and AM Aesthetic", Guitar World, November 26, 2013
- 1 2 VASSALIKO, GIAN. "Local NY Artists Shine On "From The Rabbit Hole" Compilation – Streaming Now". Last.FM. Last.FM. Retrieved 30 September 2014.
- ↑ Helen Destroy, "Newsfeed Post", Twitter, April 18, 2014
- ↑ Andaloro, Angela. "n and The Jones Embark on "Stay Jonesin' Tour"". PR.com. Retrieved 3 October 2014.
- ↑ "Tour Announcement", Facebook, September 9, 2014