| INFLUENCES |
| = Vocalist (a singer, either in a solo or a lead singer in a group setting) NOTE: Though some of my instrumental influences may also be vocalists, their individual singing styles may not necessarily influence my own singing style, therefore not having a vocalist classification here. = Pianist or other keyboard player...primarily as a solo instrument and/or main performance instrument. = Bass Player (bass guitar is primary performance instrument, though player may also be proficient at other instruments) Notice I chose to use Rickenbacker basses as some of the the icons, in addition to a Hamer 12-string, Fender P-bass and others! Choose your colour! ;-) You may find an occasional guitar icon (electric or acoustic) as well. = Songwriter (usually applies to solo career, but may also be the frontman in a group setting, may also be a multi-instrumentalist, or may just be a lyricist) = Deceased (Self-Explanatory) :-P *** You can click on several of the pics to enlarge them...enjoy! |
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| This page details my influences as a musician. Definately under construction! |
| I have tried to detail how each artist listed here has influenced me musically, either directly or indirectly. |
| After each listed name are icons that help to represent at a glance which area(s) an artist has influenced me. The names will eventually be linked to their own little tribute page, detailing how what sort of impact he/she has made upon myself. I have tried to include at least one picture of each artist, preferably in action doing what they do best. I hope to eventually have various pictures of them throughout different phases of their careers. |
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| Benamin Orr |
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| Lemmy Kilminster http://www.imotorhead.com |
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| More artists soon to follow...! |
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| Justin Hayward http://www.justinhayward.com http://www.moodyblues.co.uk |
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| Chris Squire http://www.yesworld.com http://chrissquire.com/ |
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| John Lennon |
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| Kurt Cobain |
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| Phil Collins www.philcollins.com www.philcollins.co.uk |
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| Currently a solo artist...also known for his work with Asia, UK, and King Crimson, among others. Without a doubt my favourite musician! |
| The bassist and vocalist for Canadian rockers Rush...also has one solo album to his credit. One of my "holy trinity of bass players". |
| The bassist and backing vocalist for legendary proggers Yes...also has one solo album to his credit, and is currently collaborating with Billy Sherwood in Conspiracy. Also one of my "holy trinity of bass players". |
| The third of my "holy trinity of bass players", Paul has been making great music for over four decades...as a solo artists, with his band Wings, and also a little British band called The Beatles way back when...! |
| The mastermind behind the classic sounds of The Beach Boys, Brian is a master composer, arranger and producer. He is also the source of all those really high falsetto notes on so many Beach Boys recordings! A huge influence on many a musician, including yours-truly, and at a very young age! I grew up listening to a lot of the Beach Boys! |
| Solo, also the bassist/vocalist with The Police. A multi-talented multi-instrumentalist, Mr. Gordon Matthew Sumner III is getting better with age!n Matthew Sumner III is getting better with age! |
| The intimidating and enigmatic bassist/vocalist for Type O Negative. |
| Originally gaining notoriety as the bassit/vocalist for 'Til Tuesday, Aimee has gone on to make a name for herself as a solo artist. |
| An extremely talented singer and multi-instrumentalist, Tod has worked with the likes of 707, Ted Nugent, Cheap Trick and Ace Frehley (Frehley's Comet). Currently a solo artist. |
| Solo artist, former lead vocalist for prog rock legends Genesis. |
| The amazing bassist for premier prog metalists Dream Theater. |
| Who's the Boss? ;-) |
| The outstanding bassist/vocalist for the highly-underrated King's X. Often seen playing a 12-string bass live! |
| The legendary bassist for The Who, "the Ox" passed away suddenly in 2002. |
| "Gordy", the Candian folk-rocker with the silky smooth baritone. Most famous for his epic ballad "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald". |
| The bassist/co-vocalist for seminal New Wave pop band The Cars, as well as a solo artist, Ben passed away fromCancer in 2001. |
| Bassist and co-vocalist for 80's "duo" Tears For Fears, who has recently reformed. |
| Original bassist for metal legends Metallica, Cliff was killed in a freak tour bus accident in Sweden in 1986. |
| The "Godfather" of the 12-string bass, Tom is the bassist/vocalist of the legendary power pop band Cheap Trick. |
| The long-time bassist for The Cure. |
| The original bassist for New Wave pop sensations Duran Duran, who have now reformed with their original lineup. |
| Lemmy, the enigmatic and aggressive bassist/vocalist for heavy metal icons Motorhead. |
| The brilliant jazz and fusion icon, again an influence on untold numbers of bass players around the world. Murdered in Florida in 1985. |
| A huge talent on bass and Chapman Stick, Tony is a very in-demand session bassist, who has recorded and/or toured with such music luminaries as Peter Gabriel, Pink Floyd, Liquid Tension Experiment and Seal. |
| The bassist for modern rock icons Pearl Jam...also plays a 12-string bass. |
| Pink Floyd, solo |
| Emerson, Lake & Palmer; solo |
| The prime mover behind his band Nirvana, which are credited with beginning the "grunge" and modern rock movements. A brilliant songwriter, he sadly committed suicide in 1994. |
| Another ex-Beatle, John went on to have an extraordinary solo career, only to be gunned down in New York in 1980. Another huge influence in popular music. |
| The Moody Blues, solo |
| Solo, The Traveling Wilburys |
| Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young; solo |
| Lead vocalist for modern rock titans Creed. |
| Amazing singer/songwriter...has worked with Ace, Squeeze, and Mike and The Mechanics. Has recently been a part of Ringo Starr's All-Starr Band! |
| Unbelievable vocalist...has worked with Deep Purple, as well as his own band Whitesnake, who has recently reformed and is touring. |
| The hugely talented leader of Seattle rockers Pearl Jam. |
| Originally the drummer/co-vocalist for classic rock legends The Eagles, Don has evelved into a great adult-contemporary singer/songwriter. |
| Hugely influential folk rock icon. |
| One of the most successful of the folk-influenced singer-songwriters of the 1970s, James has become a pop legend. |
| Hugely underrated singer/songwriter/keyboard player and synthesist..."HoJo" has recently made a comeback, including a stint on keybaords for Ringo Starr's All-Starr band! |
| First gained notoriety as the bassist/vocalist for early classic rockers Cream...now a solo artist. |
| First made known as the enigmatic lead singer/songwriter for seminal British alternative band The Smiths. Now has a solo career. |
| Already famous as the drummer for prog rockers Genesis, Phil also took over as the lead singer after the departure of Peter Gabriel. This eventually led to an even more successful solo career, now making waves on the adult-contemporary charts. |