Artist description Americana Pop/Rock. Instrumentation includes electric and 12-string acoustic guitars, violin, mandolin,piano, organ, bass, drums, and vocals.

Music Style "Americana", Modern Folk Rock, Rock, Pop Rock

Musical Influences The Rolling Stones, World Party, Johnny Cash

Similar Artists World Party, Waterboys, Peter Gabriel, The Wallflowers

Artist History “For thousands of listeners who have seen August Burning performing, they have been treated to a band where it is the music that matters most.” - Robert Kinsler, The Orange County RegisterSince 1995, when August Burning first appeared in the Orange County, CA music scene, their music has continued to catch the ears of rock enthusiasts. Their blending of folk and rock music has been widely embraced by local fans and media. August Burning’s self titled debut album was given three stars in the Los Angeles Times, and rated the second best local album in 1995 by the Orange County Register. August Burning has opened shows for the Dave Matthew’s Band, the Wild Colonials, the Smithereens, and Ben Harper. August Burning’s new CD titled, “Seabound Fool”, takes the listener on an emotional journey through John List’s poetic lyrics, and the band’s soaring music. “Seabound Fool” was in the top 20 music reviews of 1998 by Music Connection Magazine, and the Los Angeles Times gave it 3 ˝ stars out of 4. “Seabound Fool” has shown radio success in Europe, and on college radio in the United States. “Nothing topped the crowd-pleasing all-out stomper titled, ‘Seabound Fool’, which showcased Eric Carter’s dazzling piano rolls and John List’s most impassioned singing.” -John Roos, The Los Angeles Times“Vocalist/lyricist John List has a captivating vocal style, and the arrangements are brilliantly intricate.” –Music Connection Magazine, August 17-August 30, 1998

Group Members John List- 29 years old, lead vocalist who also plays electric and acoustic guitars, mandolin, and harmonica. James Wagner- 29 years old, plays the electric guitar, 12-string acoustic guitar, mandolin, banjo, and sings backup vocals. Mark Shapiro- 36yrs old, plays the violin and mandolin. John Ray- 25 years old, plays the drums. Lenny Spickle- 33 years old, plays the bass and sings backup vocals.

Instruments Electric and 12-string acoustic guitars, mandolin, organ, piano, harmonica, accordion, drums, and bass guitar

Albums "August Burning" 1995, "Seabound Fool" 1998, "Zero" 2001

Location Newport Beach, CA - USA

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