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Jon Spear
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About Jon Spear
In the artist’s words:
Describe one of your earliest musical memories in detail.
When I was only about 5, my mother had coached me how to sing “Oh My Papa” so whenever my grandfather would visit, my performance would be rewarded with a bright shiny silver dollar.
That was how I earned my first tip!
What are your top 3 all-time favorite albums on Apple Music, and why? Why did you choose these three albums in particular?
Eva Cassidy, Time After Time International Version
Ray Charles, The Ray Charles Story, Vol. 3
Simon & Garfunkel, Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme
These albums all contain great songs but what makes them special is they showcase these artists at the top of their creative abilities with the emotional kicker of tugging at the heartstrings
Find a song of yours on Apple Music that you love and tell us what makes it special. Tell us why you chose this song.
“Rollin' On”
The idea of an outlaw on the run is a well-worn topic in folk/rock music but in Rollin' On, the objective is not so much freedom but to prove to everyone "I'm better than the worst thing I done."
At my live shows, this is a crowd favorite.
What’s one of the most memorable moments in your career so far?
Opening shows for major artists like the Isely Brothers or Delbert McClinton were unforgettable moments for me but the best are those when I’ve played in an intimate setting where I can "hang our" with the audience and talk with them about my songs.
Is there anything left on your bucket list as an artist or band?
I once had a stranger come up to me and tell me my song "I love my skin" had changed his life.
It would be wonderful if my songwriting craft could create more moments like that, especially if I could reach larger audiences.
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