Artist description Take Santana, Gary Moore, Peter Frampton, Johnny Lang and Eric Clapton, mix them together and what you have is the fresh new sounds of Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter VINNI SMITH. Vinni's unique style of writing and playing incorporates infectious melodies, strong hooks and a format that is a bit different from the "abba-cab" patterns mostly used today. With the completion of Vinni's CD "Sursum Corda" which was produced by the incomparable Producer/Composer/Arranger, Bruce Lowe (Madonna, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder), Vinni and Bruce have created a project that can be compared to the biggest names in the music industry. The fresh and unique material included on this album ranges in various styles from Rock to Hot Latin Sounds and even a taste of Blues, Reggae and Jazz, making it a very marketable crossover project. Next add to the mix the featured guest appearances by: Vocalist/Woodwindist-Warren Ham (Amy Grant, Ringo Starr, Toto, Diana Ross), Vocalist-Dave Morgan (Ray Charles, Dolly Parton, Tom Waits, Kenny Rogers), Female Vocalist-Scottie Haskell ( Michael Jackson, Don Henley, Micheal Feinstein, David Bryne). Along with their talents and extraordinary talents of Vinni Smith combined, "Sursum Corda" can only result in one thing: "Record Breaking Sales"!

Music Style Creative Blues

Musical Influences Santana-Robben Ford-Eric Johnson

Similar Artists Santana-Robben Ford-Eric Johnson

Artist History Using the Blues as his basis, Vinni Creates a new blend of blues, Latin and Rock. Coloring ouside the lines, he redefines the boundaries of the Blues.

Instruments guitars-bass-keyboards-drums and lots of percussion!

Albums Apearing Tonight in the Lounge---Sursum Corda---VSG Live in Northern California

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Additional Info Vinni plays PRS guitars and Line6 Modeling Systems.

Location Modesto, CA - USA

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