December 28th, 2004
Hey people. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas. As you know, today's the big day that my album, "Get Lifted", finally hits the stores. I'm so excited for everyone to be able to hear what me and my team worked so hard to make. I hope you all enjoy it.
We also just filmed the video for "Ordinary People", my second single, last week. The final cut will be released in the first or second week of January. I can't wait for y'all to see it. I think it's gonna be beautiful.
Thanks again for all of your support and encouragement.
Have a wonderful New Year.
John
Tuesday, December 28, 2004
Tuesday, December 14, 2004
The Tour/The Album Release
December 14, 2004
Hey People,
I'm back. Once again, I apologize for not writing in so long. As you
probably know, I've been on my first headlining tour for the last
month, and I've been pretty busy.
Well, the tour is nearing its end, and I just wanted to thank all of
you who have come out to support us. It's been an amazing experience
so far. We've been all over the country (with the exception of the
South/Southeast, which we'll be hitting in January, I promise). We've
sold out or nearly sold out in almost every major market so far. For
those who have attended the shows, I truly appreciate the energy and
enthusiasm that you've contributed to our performances. We truly
couldn't do it without your support. It's been so inspiring to see
you out there.
Shout outs to my very talented band (and tour bus-mates):
Vocals - Tara Michel, Alia Marie
Keys/Vocals - Chris Rob
Guitar - Sharief
Bass - Kenneth Wright
Drums - Swiss Chris
Turntables - DeVon "Devo" Harris
I also had the opportunity to do a show in my hometown of Springfield,
Ohio, on Thanksgiving night. That was a beautiful night. I performed
in the auditorium of my alma mater, Springfield North H.S., in front
of about 800 friends, family and former classmates. My family joined
me on stage to perform a couple songs (including "It Don't Have to
Change" from the new album). It was definitely a Kodak moment. We
got it on tape so we'll probably post some footage on the new site
soon.
Tonight, I'll be performing for a sold out crowd in my home for the
last 5 years, New York City, at the Bowery Ballroom. I'm excited to
perform for the city that has been supporting me since I put together
my first band back in 2000. It's exciting to see how things have
grown since then...
In just 2 weeks, I'll be releasing my first major album, Get Lifted.
I can't tell you how excited I am to finally have my album in stores.
This is the culmination of a lot of hard work by a lot of people. I
hope you all enjoy it. I'm so proud of all the positive response
we've gotten so far (including the 4 star reviews in such publications
as Rolling Stone and the Guardian in the UK). Oh yeah, and I'm glad
so many of y'all like the bootleg too. ;)
Anyway, I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season and I'm hoping
you all get to the stores on the 28th to support the album. I think
2005 is going to be an exciting year. I pray that you and your family
have a happy and blessed new year.
Much love,
John
Hey People,
I'm back. Once again, I apologize for not writing in so long. As you
probably know, I've been on my first headlining tour for the last
month, and I've been pretty busy.
Well, the tour is nearing its end, and I just wanted to thank all of
you who have come out to support us. It's been an amazing experience
so far. We've been all over the country (with the exception of the
South/Southeast, which we'll be hitting in January, I promise). We've
sold out or nearly sold out in almost every major market so far. For
those who have attended the shows, I truly appreciate the energy and
enthusiasm that you've contributed to our performances. We truly
couldn't do it without your support. It's been so inspiring to see
you out there.
Shout outs to my very talented band (and tour bus-mates):
Vocals - Tara Michel, Alia Marie
Keys/Vocals - Chris Rob
Guitar - Sharief
Bass - Kenneth Wright
Drums - Swiss Chris
Turntables - DeVon "Devo" Harris
I also had the opportunity to do a show in my hometown of Springfield,
Ohio, on Thanksgiving night. That was a beautiful night. I performed
in the auditorium of my alma mater, Springfield North H.S., in front
of about 800 friends, family and former classmates. My family joined
me on stage to perform a couple songs (including "It Don't Have to
Change" from the new album). It was definitely a Kodak moment. We
got it on tape so we'll probably post some footage on the new site
soon.
Tonight, I'll be performing for a sold out crowd in my home for the
last 5 years, New York City, at the Bowery Ballroom. I'm excited to
perform for the city that has been supporting me since I put together
my first band back in 2000. It's exciting to see how things have
grown since then...
In just 2 weeks, I'll be releasing my first major album, Get Lifted.
I can't tell you how excited I am to finally have my album in stores.
This is the culmination of a lot of hard work by a lot of people. I
hope you all enjoy it. I'm so proud of all the positive response
we've gotten so far (including the 4 star reviews in such publications
as Rolling Stone and the Guardian in the UK). Oh yeah, and I'm glad
so many of y'all like the bootleg too. ;)
Anyway, I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season and I'm hoping
you all get to the stores on the 28th to support the album. I think
2005 is going to be an exciting year. I pray that you and your family
have a happy and blessed new year.
Much love,
John
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