Artist description explosive, hypnotic and aggressive...

Music Style hard rock

Musical Influences elton john & bernie taupin, bad brains, steve miller, jane's addiction, jeff buckley, smashing pumpkins, zep, ozzy

Similar Artists cheap trick meets smashing pumkins meets jeff buckley

Artist History jASON fOSTER jASON began his official career at the tender age of 15. Previously a drummer, Jason was soon drawn to the guitar, although some would say the guitar was drawn to him. With his incredible sense of rhythm and melody, Jason was immediately creating unique music, which would become his signature. “It’s hard to categorize my music sometimes because some songs just come from two different planets,” says Jason of his latest solo project. It’s easy to understand the diversity and structure of his music when you look at the musical influences that have touched him over the course of his career. Guitarists like Stevie Ray Vaughn, Jimmy Hendrix, and Randy Rhodes, along with the musical works of Elton John, Bad Brains, and Jane’s Addiction, have all provided Jason with guidance and inspiration to strive for individuality and not limit one’s self. Originally a self-taught guitarist, Jason would soon seek professional teachings in blues, jazz, rock and even classical guitar. His diverse background and adaptability has allowed Jason to log numerous hours as a studio session musician, as well as, perform with bands like Evidence, Talon, The Guild, Dixie Rockets, Perfect Thyroid, Scratch Baxter, The Reptiles, Johnny Most Project, Chris Max, PeaceBomb, Taylor Made, Outloud Dreamer, Three, Lunch Meat, Paxton and currently,his self titled project. Jason has also performed on stage with the likes of Lenny Kravitz, and Matt Chamberlin.(Pearl Jam, Edie Brickell & the new Bohemians, the Wallflowers) Playing onstage is where Jason thrives. He has showcased his talents, along with his energy and enthusiasm to perform at Webster Hall, CBGB’s, The China Club and Irving Plaza in New York City, Northstar Bar in Philadelphia, Mama Kin’s and the Middle East Club in Boston, Pleasure Island at Walt Disney World in Orlando, as well as, The Chance and the Mid-Hudson Civic Center in Poughkeepsie, New York, opening for the likes of Spin Doctors, Cake, Bad Brains, B-52’s, Fiona Apple, Fishbone, Joan Osborne, Tower of Power, Goo Goo Dolls, Marcy Playground, Third Eye Blind, Live, Collective Soul, Sheryl Crow, Dishwalla and Candlebox, to name a few. Whether it’s for a crowd of a hundred or 300,000, Jason always comes ready to perform. Jason has been fortunate enough to be a part of performance s at Woodstock ’94, Woodstock ’99, A Day In The Garden ’97 (Bethel, NY), ASCAP ANNIVERSARY Party, Grassroots Festival ’96,’97,’98 (Trumansburgh, NY), CMJ Music Marathon ’94 (New York, NY) and the 1994 KISS Convention. Jason’s talents and aspirations continue to evolve as he embarks on a solo career. Jason has added lead vocals to his resume, where his smooth, mid-range voice and straight forward lyrics convey an emotion and feeling that is accented by the ever present guitar, which remains the focus without being overpowering. For further in formation, contact Jason Foster at jasonfoster@attbi.com

Group Members jASON fOSTER; l. vocals, lead & acoustic guitars searching for dedicated band members. email me if you're interested. now residing in westminster,co LOOKING FOR BAND!!!

Instruments 2 guitars, bass, drums and who knows what the future holds...

Albums jASON fOSTER donovans dreamers, first release as solo artist

Press Reviews BAND BUZZ By Dean Sternberg Rhythm and News Magazine Jason foster “What is right for the song is key,” says guitarist/vocalist Jason Foster, the nucleus and writing force. Those who know Foster (who has played with the likes of Primus-on-crack outfit Lunchmeat and the funkier, laid back Three, to name a few) realize that he is a technically adept and gifted guitarist. Forsaking noodling for a more rhythmic, textured approach on Jason’s self-titled CD, Foster lives up to his statement, never overplaying but still giving the listener the sense that he was not watching his fretboard and agonizing over every note. The CD was recorded recently with now-departed bassist Joe Cuchelo (Peacebomb) and drummer Nate Kelly (Shabutie), who also contributed background vocals. Description is difficult because so many elements sound familiar, but as a whole, you can’t quite put your finger on where you’ve heard it before. There is a mid-90’s alternative feel combined with modern and hard rock, reminding me of early Stone Temple Pilots with traces of Radiohead, Dave Navarro-era Chili Peppers and ... well, lots of other things. “It’s hard to categorize my music sometimes because some songs just come from two different planets,” says Foster. True enough, but the songs flow nicely as a package, providing substance and versatility without any hints of an identity crisis. The opening track “Fuzz” is a quirky, Bad Brains-meets-the Toadies romp that advises us to “hide your stash.” Then comes “Only One,” a tune that combines hard rock, a la traces of latter-day Van Halen rhythm guitar, with alterna-rock pop sensibilities. “Goodbye Butterfly” has a ballady Radio Head feel to it, complimented nicely with harmonized acoustic melody lines during sections of the verse. Following that is “Another,” a mid-paced song with a day-dreamy vibe, like floating thoughts in an open field somewhere in Kansas. “Do You?” ends the CD in ballad-fashion. The real standout in my mind is the fifth and heaviest track, “Lost My Way,” a head shaker that features a great main riff, a driving two-chorded verse and an extremely infectious chorus. This one will stick in your brain for a while. The focus throughout is very much on the guitars, although the capabilities of the rhythm section are certainly detectable thanks to good playing and clear production. Foster’s smooth mid- to high-range vocals, like the lyrics, effectively convey a sense of emotion without being too serious. Having recently hooked up with another bassist and drummer through Sky High Worldwide Entertainment, Foster is currently in the preproduction phase for an upcoming release to be produced by Phil Schmoll and Tony Lewis and recorded at Longview Studios in Massachusetts (Creed, Aerosmith, The Rolling Stones, Bad Brains and limp bizkit). The CD is expected to be complete by the end of summer. For more information, contact Jason Foster e-mail jasonfoster@attbi.com � DREZDON MEDIA. All rights reserved. Programming and design: Lisa Fairbanks

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