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John McVey is a veteran of Texas Blues, who created his signature tone and earned his aggressive guitar chops as a member of touring bands on the Chitlin' Circuit. He was mentored by Blues legends Larry Davis and Albert King. With no effects pedals, his 'singing guitar' emotes heart-rending bends and smooth runs as well as bold chording that has led many, including the legendary 'Uncle' John Turner, to call McVey 'the best rhythm guitar player around.'
His musical resume includes world-wide performances with Hook Herrera & the Hitchhikers and Paul Orta & the Kingpins. After a very profitable Miller Genuine Draft Light television spot, John joined the Lavelle White Band in ATX as guitarist and band leader. With Lavelle, he played the major festival circuit for several years on shows with Luther Allison, John Lee Hooker and more.
John released his debut album Gone To Texas in 2002 featuring Kim Wilson, Joel Guzman, Larry Fulcher, Frosty and Mike Buck. John McVey and the Stumble then recorded Erin Jaimes' debut album You Had to Go in 2004. John's second CD, Road House Stomp, was recorded at Dan Electro's in Houston and released in 2009.
John currently lives and performs in the St. Louis, Missouri / Southern Illinois area with his band which includes legendary bass player Tom Maloney and the mighty Joe Meyer on drums.
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| REVIEWS |
"I had the honor of working with John on his newest CD, 'Meet Me In Houston' - a fiery, deeply soulful, and hauntingly beautiful testament to John's masterful Blues-writing and guitar-playing talent. Each song reveals a story - some funny, others raw and gritty, and a few that may make you tearful. Just when the last beautiful song is coming to a close, and you are hoping it never ends, John throws in a little surprise." - says producer Andrew Reed.
"Why Bluesman John McVey Left Texas Behind for St. Louis"
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| AUDIO / VIDEO |
John McVey ~ Call My Job
John McVey ~ Freddie King Goes Surfing
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| BACKLINE & STAGE PLOT |
• 1 guitar amp , one bass amp, one set of drums.
• Guitar & vocals stage right, bass stage left, drums in center.
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| BASIC REQUIREMENTS |
• Estimated travel expense is $100.00 per 50 miles of travel
• Available to work weekend gigs or during the week
• We are a 3 piece band and need hotel rooms for all
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