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    Artist description
    Solo performer; incredible vocals, outstanding guitar. Well respected in the songwriting community, his writing is uniquely insightful. He has incredible range both as an artist and a writer. Give it a listen and give us your feedback! More songs coming soon to this site!
    Music Style
    Acoustic Pop, Adult Contemporary
    Musical Influences
    Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, CSN, Jimi Hendrix
    Artist History
    Named 'Artist of the Year' by the National Academy of Songwriters ********************************************************* "Circle of Friends" selected as one of the top DIY's, ("Did it Yourself"), in 'Performing Songwriter' magazine ********************************************************* Kerrville Folk Festival New Folk Winner and Main Stage performer ******************************************************** Finalist at the Napa Songwriters Showcase and the Telluride Troubadour Contest ******************************************************* Selected for Songwriter's Hall of Fame showcase/NY *********************************************************
    Group Members
    John McVey
    Instruments
    Guitar
    Albums
    "Circle of Friends", BWE Music, 1997; 5 song EP , 1999
    Press Reviews
    "McVey is well on his way to hitting the heights" - Boston Globe ********************************************************* "Circle of Friends is a solid debut from a solid talent" - Performing Songwriter Magazine ********************************************************* "John McVey is a refreshing change from the expected" - Rod Kennedy, Kerrville Folk Festival ********************************************************* "With the sheer volume of high quality writers and performers coming through here, it's usually hard to single someone out who is remarkable and unique. John is both. He's a major new talent" - Sher Powers, The Bluebird Cafe, Nashville ********************************************************* "John sings with true grit. His passion unmistakeable and his message urgent and emotional" - Jonatha Brooke ********************************************************* "John McVey makes a strong acoustic statement with 'Circle of Friends', standing out as one of the most noteworthy debuts..." - CD Now Magazine ********************************************************* "...Excellent songs; a formidable AC contender. Major labels take note" - Billboard Magazine ********************************************************* "There are not many performers who we would uncategorically describe as 'arresting', but John McVey fills the bill. His songs are musically rich, his lyrics challenging, his guitar style inventive and his delivery unbridled" - National OnLine Music Alliance (now called Songs.com)
    Additional Info
    Performing Songwriter Best DIY compilation, Songs.compilation, Make-A-Wish Foundation benefit CD (along with Shawn Mullins, Edwin McCain and others)
    Location
    Atlanta, Ga. - USA

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