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John was born and raised on the Chesapeake shore in Maryland. He learned to copy Dylan's guitar/harmonica style to impress his girlfriend in high school. He joined the Army and participated in Desert Storm (1991). He is a nurse / music therapist at Siskin Hospital.
John plays Irish Celtic mountain music about the miners, farmers, and blue collar working man. His songs and albums reflect social justice and nostalgia for the good old days a la Woodie Guthrie, Gordon Lightfoot, and Bob Dylan.
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"In the House" at the Grinder House is broadcast live on WFMC Jams every Friday from 6-8pm central.
This week's guest is Josie Beth Jones! Josie Beth Jones, age 17, started singing at the age of 4 in church. Now a singer/songwriter, she started playing guitar two years ago. She won the Alabama talent Hunt at the age of 11 and was on Season 17 of NBC’s the Voice- Blake’s team.
Just a simple Country guy, I picked up a guitar a few years ago cause I had stories i wanted to tell. I've been in love with singing and performing since i was young watching my family perform gospel.
Sami Jo is a country singer/songwriter with a strong influence of classic rock. With a lifelong passion for writing songs, her desire is to touch hearts with her music, either in a catchy, tapping of the foot manner or a simple, speak to your soul sort of fashion. A regular at The Bluebird Cafe, Sami Jo lives in Nashville and can often be found at various writer's rounds around town, connecting and engaging with her fans.