"Indiana" by Jon McLaughlin
"Indiana"
Island Def Jam/2007
www.jonmcl.com
www.myspace.com/jonmclaughlin
Another member in the latest crop of rocking pop piano players is Anderson, Indiana's Jon McLaughlin America's answer to the British pop sensation Jamie Cullum. McLaughlin's album shows that there is more to rock and roll than guitar licks with his emphasis on the piano and drums.
McLaughlin like all the McLaughlin children began piano at an early age but an accident that severely injured both of his wrists and a temporary loss of interest during high school sidelined Jon for a while. After high school Jon attended the local music college and rekindled the flame in his musical interest. He sites piano playing greats Billy Joel and Sir Elton John among his musical influences.
The 13 track on McLaughlin's new album "Indiana" reflects his classical piano training. His writing and playing abilities shine on the album's title track; a song that features Jon's voice, his piano, and a cello. Even on a fast paced rocking tune like "Anthem for American Teenagers" Jon's beautiful piano melodies and talents shine through.
Yet another talented young musician who deserves time on the commercial radio airwaves.
Published by Sherrill Fulghum
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