Santa Monica, CA (Top40 Charts/ 429 Records) JP aka JP Jones formerly of UK pop group Grace and JP, Chrissie and the Fairground Boys (a collaborative effort with then romantic interest Chrissie Hynde ), has signed with 429 Records and is gearing up for the release of his first solo effort SON OF JACK. Produced by Victor Van Vugt ( Nick Cave 's Grinderman) and recorded at Graceland Studio and Mission Sound Studio in New York City, SON OF JACK is a lush, soulful love letter to his hometown of Cardiff, Wales on the eve of a homecoming. Performed by JP, Geoff Holroyde (drums), Sam Swallow (piano & keyboards), Pat Murdoch (guitars)and Veziio Bacci (bass), the heartfelt songs are alive with a driving and emotive rhythm. Special guest Chrissie Hynde appears on the wistful track "Fancy Man." JP will showcase his songwriter talent Stateside performing solo opening for The Proclaimers in the Spring (confirmed dates below). SON OF JACK will be released on 429 Records on April 9th.
Born in Cardiff, Wales JP has funneled his deep love of his home, family and the loss of his father into his first solo endeavor. The palpable sense of longing is conveyed in a both contemplative and effusive manner over the course of thirteen evocative compositions. Says JP "I feel so proud to release my first solo record in honour of my father Jack. Making the album has been an up and down journey mixed with the madness, sadness and the good times. An experience I'll never forget and shall cherish forever."
SON OF JACK Track Listing: |
| 1) |
Hands on Heart |
| 2) |
Big Heart |
| 3) |
The Reason |
| 4) |
Home |
| 5) |
Fancy Man (with Chrissie Hynde) |
| 6) |
Joy |
| 7) |
Jackson |
| 8) |
Rooks Cawed Rawly |
| 9) |
Portobello |
| 10) |
Kathy |
| 11) |
The Black Side |
| 12) |
Tulips |
| 13) |
Mice & Spiders |
Confirmed U.S. Dates (w/ The Proclaimers): |
4/11 |
Brooklyn, NY |
Bell House |
4/12 |
New York, NY |
City Winery SOLD OUT |
4/13 |
Natick , MA |
The Center for the Arts Natick |
4/15 |
Philadelphia, PA |
Tin Angel |
4/16 |
Alexandria, Va |
Birchmere |
4/18 |
Cleveland, OH |
Beachland Ballroom |
4/19 |
Ann Arbor, MI |
The Ark |
4/20 |
Chicago, IL |
City Winery |
4/22 |
Minneapolis, MN |
Varsity Theatre |
4/23 |
Seattle, WA |
Tractor Tavern |
4/24 |
Portland, OR |
Mississippi Studios |
4/26 |
San Francisco, CA |
Great American Music Hall |
4/27 |
Santa Monica, CA |
McCabe's SOLD OUT |
4/28 |
San Diego, CA |
Anthology |
To view JP's Video for "The Reason"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTiw_dOGgNI&list=UUJweH7Tgtb_1Fe6XLGP8S0g&index=3
To Pre-Order JP's new album -
https://www.amazon.com/Son-Jack-Jp/dp/B00BDZV8FC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1361390695&sr=8-1&keywords=JP+son+of+jack
For more information visit: www.429records.com
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