Artist description Bobbywayne is a guitarist and composer from San Jose, Calif. who has released two solo CDs showcasing his writing and guitar playing skills. His latest CD, Second Nature contains unique instrumental compositions, each with its own idenity. The songs on this CD defy genre labels.

Music Style Instrumental compositions with emphasis on guitar. Style varies from Jazz Fusion to Progressive Rock.

Musical Influences Michael Hedges, Jeff Beck, Eric Johnson, Alan Holdsworth, Steve Morse, Lee Ritenour, DeJango Reinhart, Pat Marino, Frank Gambale, John Scofield, Mike Stern, Stuart Hamm, Trevor Rabin

Similar Artists Jeff Beck, Eric Johnson, Steve Howe, Steve Morse, Alan Holdsworth, Lee Ritenour, DeJango Reinhart , Michael Hedges

Artist History As a professional performing muscian, alternating between a myriad of styles he played in zillions of bands during his touring and performing days. Most notable; "Scott/Wolfe Band" a jazz fusion ensemble and "Kaya" a well known reggae band. As a session musician, he recorded on albums captured at Santa Barbara Sound and Hyde Street Studios (Satch's haunt in San Francisco), among others. He has worked with Etta James, Jimmy Carl Black (of the Mothers of Invention), and Kim Wilson (of the Fabulous Thunderbirds). Bobbywayne is currently working on music for television and film and can be reached at: bobbwayne@bobbywayne.com

Instruments Guitar, bass, keyboards, drums

Albums [we'll see], Second Nature

Press Reviews I am totally absolutely completely wholly etc etc in love with your CD Second Nature.I go into raptures with Seduction.Absolutely cooking stuff. Your guitar play/blend with orchestration brings about a mix of sound that sends me into somewhere else. Well done. Well done indeed. - Vebah..............."Expert guitar work... more melody and bridge and chorus to be had here than in most vocalized songs..." -- kvh............."bobbywayne weaves in more melody than I have heard in many modern-day tunes." -- Frank Cotollo.........."Excellent tracks...Great guitar work!!!" -- de music..........."Great music and extra great guitar. Just wanted to let you know I just bought your CD. I really look forward to hearing it on my home stereo. You really have a fine touch with your guitar." -- Luana................"Bobby was just listening to your new CD....Killer with a capital K..."-- Neal Bond.............."Turn ON Tune IN -- Acid Jazz from another great guitar player" - Jazz Moves............."Greed -- Syncopated counterparts with radical slide guitar. Upbeat! " - **Guitar!**................"Listen,and buy this great cd ,by bobbywayne,EXCELLENT MUSIC" - CARMINE D'AMICO IS A STUDIO/JAZZ GUITARIST WITH 11 GRAMMY AWARDS..............."Downhill Racer -- I found this tune to have a cool jazzy feel to it, yet progreesive as well. Great flowing tune! " - John Inman................"Never Forever -- Melodic tube-driven guitar solos and lush synth textures blend together well on this excellent composition by bobbywayne. The jazzy octive guitar leads throughout the song adds a very nice touch!" - Danny Jones.............Killer music. Love every bit of what you have on mp3.com. Great tone!............I am totally addicted to your Seduction Remix. It's in my MY MP3 singles list and gets played every day. -- Roj/Bazuzu

Location Los Gatos, CA - USA

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