Artist description Voices of reason and notes of joy...A celebration of the human spirit.

Music Style A blend of American folk, classical, and Latin folkloriat.

Musical Influences Influences include Venezuelan music, various styles in classical as well as world beat and traditional folk.

Similar Artists J.B. Skye doesn't sound like anyone before him.... he is truly an original in every sense.

Artist History J.B. Skye has over 2 decades in music. He has toured colleges and theaters all over the U.S. and has written, recorded, and performed all over South America. J.B. also performed and produced the songs in a musical play called 'Shrapnel In The Heart' in Chicago which won a JEF award and was showered with rave reviews from all the major publications in the city. J.B. has worked with labelmates 'Satellite Motel' and is currently working on a new release due in 2002. He currently is the creator and host as well of the internationally syndicated radio show 'World Music Journal'. J.B. Skye's history is rich with passion, heartache, success and struggle. His music and words are truly a testament to the power of the human spirit.

Group Members J.B. Skye, Jeff Kust, and various guest musicians from the Chicagoland area.

Instruments Acoustic and electric guitar, dulcimer, harmonica, and of course vocals.

Albums 'Saints & Poets', 'Secret In A Box', 'Reach For The Sky', and various singles and EP's that will be available as re-issues by The Shape Records soon.

Press Reviews "J.B. Skye will come into your life as if straddling a multi-colored feather, spreading wisdom and joy with the melange of a rainbow." Gene P. Murphy Illinois Entertainer. "J.B. Skye, a performer who is part preacher-part poet, is most of all an entertainer who inspires all to reach for their dreams." Elio Marques Director, Adicora Music Festival El Nacional-Caracas, Venezuela. "J.B. Skye is a restless spirit who defies labels." Diane Barrington Chicago Tribune. "Yes every dark cloud has a silver lining and it's name is J.B. Skye. A must see performer who will leave you feeling better about yourself and life in general." Hans Albers Haase Der Stern, Germany.

Additional Info Preview and download other J.B. Skye songs at www.theshaperecords.com

Location Evanston, IL - USA

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