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Get Ready to Elevate Your Music Experience with John Dorsch’s Latest Album!
Hey there music lovers! Get ready for an exciting new album release from John Dorsch, singer, songwriter, and guitarist extraordinaire. His album titled “Elevation” is set to be released on July 14th under MTS Records, and we can hardly wait!
John’s music style is unique and refreshing, featuring a fusion of folk rock and Americana. The album is jam-packed with vibrant melodies that will take you on a musical journey like no other. John’s sound is inspired by legendary icons such as Van Halen, Led Zeppelin, Rush, The Beatles, Jerry Reed, and Merle Travis. He has created his own blend of traditional and modern music that is truly captivating.
“Elevation” features 15 original songs composed and recorded by John himself. He produced and recorded the album at JDM Studios and then mixed and mastered it at Little Bullhorn Studios in Ottawa, Ontario by Dave Draves. John’s wife, Dani Baribeau, accompanies him on African Djembe drum and percussion while contributing harmony vocals. The track “Save Just One More Life” also features Paul Johnson on mandolin and bouzouki, and Bonny Skiffington provides harmony vocals.
John has been playing electric and acoustic guitar for over 45 years and has recently been drawn to fingerstyle guitar. He is passionate about playing his instruments with unrestricted flare and blending jazz, pop, and rock influences. His current guitar collection includes a 2018 CGP Maton “808” acoustic, 2018 Gibson J45 acoustic, Manouche “Django” Gypsy Jazz acoustic, Gold Tone “Paul Beard” Resonator acoustic, 2013 Custom Fender Telecaster, and 1989 Gibson Les Paul Custom electric guitars.
John’s mission is simple – to bring a smile to your face with his music. He draws inspiration from the peaceful summer nights and the loon songs of the Rideau Lakes area in Ottawa Valley, Ontario, where he has lived for many years. He also draws on his international travel experiences for songwriting ideas.
So, mark your calendars for July 14th and get ready to elevate your musical experience with John Dorsch’s new album! For more information on John Dorsch and his music, visit his website at https://johndorschmusic.com.
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