Artist description My name is Tom Wilson (with one N) I have been playing in the Northern IN. area for about 26 years.I believe in trying to bring art, intelligence and a positive influence back to popular music. I play guitar, keyboards, sing, program, write and produce. I am also into poetry, philosophy, existentialism and comparitive spirituality. I try to incorporate all aspects of my talent into my music, creating more than just music itself. I try to convey my philosohpies with music AND words.

Music Style Many different styles. mostly heavier rock with progressive influences

Musical Influences Rush, Dream Theater, Tori Amos, Peter Gabriel, Queen, STP, Black Sabbath, Kansas, Jethro Tull, Yes, Genesis, Micheal Schenker, Nuno Betencourt, Led Zep, Beatles, Steve Vai

Similar Artists Sort of a Queen meets STP with tinges of Iron Maiden and Sabbath on heaveier tunes. Not exactly sure on more mellow stuff. I have many differents styles. I try to write like me, not anyone else

Artist History I've been a musician since I was 9 when I first started in the school band. I played all through school.I picked up the guitar at age 12. I wrote a small symphony at age 18 for my high school band which was performed at their spring concert. After high school, I was in and out of many different bands. After a while I hit the right combination with a band called Johnny Monster.We were the area's top band for about 5 years running, commanding top dollar and top billing. We also won a few talent competitions in the area. For this we were awarded a video and we became Michianas first band to make a music video. Of course, all good things come to an end and so too did Johnny Monster. Ther pressure of playing every weekend and working all week and trying to raise our families was too much. We split in 1990. I took a much needed rest and then got back into it in 1993 with the creation of The Hostile Amish. Although not quite as good musically as Johnny Monster we did have a better stage show. The Amish were also a top Michiana draw for about 4 years. After the Amish split, I decided to make my own CD. My music, my thoughts, my production. The result is "Darkness and Light" It's an epic tale of the meaning of good times and bad, backed up by some of my best songs yet. I hope you'll give it a listen!

Location Elkhart, IN - USA

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