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Artist description
Eric's music spans several ranges from a Kenny Loggins jazzy/pop sound, to a Toto-style clean, clear rock, to thought-provoking ballads reminiscent of Michael W. Smith, and even into soothing mood music, or "new-age" style of relaxing piano and orchestral music. |
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Music Style
Jazzy pop with an edge, Intriguing lyrics and nice balads, soothing piano and orchestral mood music. |
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Musical Influences
Toto, Kenny Loggins, Michael W. Smith, Yanni, Rippingtons |
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Similar Artists
Toto, Michael W. Smith, Kenny Loggins |
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Artist History
With many years experience writing and performing, Eric has performed all over the nation in churches, youth rallies, retreats, concert halls, outdoor concerts, colleges, community concerts, local television, and more. With over 100 original songs to his credit, he keeps audiences thrilled with new and exciting material time after time. Eric Jaqua is an immensely talented musician, songwriter, performer-but most of all he is a man committed to Christ and Christian ministry. Over the past 15 years he has done more than just sing songs. He’s worked in several local churches as a youth pastor and music minister, translating the lyrics of his songs into actions that today’s world can understand. |
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Group Members
Eric Jaqua - keyboards, vocals, songwriter |
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Instruments
Piano, Keyboards, MIDI |
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Albums
"Please Be There For Me" 1995, "Rhythm of the River" 2000 |
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Press Reviews
*********************************************************** August 1995 "Bookstore Journal" writes: “...original songs sure to delight those who enjoy a jazzy component in their pop.” “[the songs] ‘Until All the World Believes’ and ‘New Life’ give testament to Jaqua’s passion for evangelism” “Pop fans who want to be the first to ‘discover’ a new talent would be wise to pick up ‘Please Be There for Me.’” ************************************************************* July, 1996. Rating: 3 1/2 stars! Christian Music Review Headquarters writes: "Looking for something off the beaten path? How about an unique jazz/pop blend with some cool rhythm and lyrics that get you saying, "Now why didn't I think of that?" Well, relax because I have come across just the ticket." To see entire review, check out http://christianmusic.org/cmp/cmrh/index.cgi?command=Display_Review&review_id=202 |
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Location
Largo, Florida - USA |
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