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John Orr Franklin
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- Austin, TX
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Music video for the song Alpha and Omega from the forthcoming album Reaching Ground by John Orr Franklin. Also features Gavin Harrison of the band Porcupine ...
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- The Musical Evolution of John Orr Franklin
Pathways
John spent more than 20 years writing, recording and perfecting his production skills before ever releasing and marketing his first album. It wasn’t until 2007 that John formed his own record label, Blue Room Digital, and released his first album entitled “Pathways”. The 14 songs featured on “Pathways” were written, recorded and performed entirely by John. After completing Pathways, the lack of a band prevented any true promotional efforts from taking place so John immediately began work on his next project.
Transformation
Taking things up a level, John decided to bring in other musicians to play on this next album to add more life to the recordings. John recruited several musicians interested in adding their touch to the “Transformation” project. Once the recording sessions were complete, John found himself in a position of having two albums under his belt but still no real ways to perform the music live. So, he began the task of finding musicians in the Austin area to fill out a live performance group.
Playing Live
Ultimately, John brought together musicians Rob Palladino on drums, Ryan Redfern on bass and Christopher Cribb on keyboards to bring the music to life. In the process of rehearsing the band John was also developing a video element for the show to enhance the experience of the live performance. He produced video shorts to run in rhythmic and visual synch with the live music. These videos are projected behind the band and provide the audience a complete musical and visual experience at their live shows.
Once all the pieces came together, the group staged their debut performance at the Long Center for the Performing Arts in Austin, Texas in 2009. The concert was videotaped and is now being released as a Live DVD. The DVD reflects the overall manifestation of work that began in John's studio and now has transformed into a live production for the purpose of getting John's music out into the world.
Soldier On
Always writing and producing, John continued working in his studio throughout the process of putting the live show together and much of this new material has also been incorporated into the live show. In April 2010, John decided to go ahead and release the demo version of “Soldier On parts 1-5” to show where the music was heading.
Much of the writing and studio work that took place throughout 2010 has materialized into a conceptual album that is slated for release in late 2012. In an effort to take the concept album to the next level, John brought on Gavin Harrison, drummer from the band Porcupine Tree, as a special guest on this new album. Gavin's drum work will be featured on the track "Alpha and Omega".
Lighthouse
Also in production throughout 2010 and early 2011, John was busy readying another release that has been released this year. The album Lighthouse has materialized as a much different album than Reaching Ground but stands on its own as a unique addition to the discography of the band. It features 11 new songs including the song "Hypnotized" which was also featured on the There is Hope Records release entitled Strength that benefits the earthquake and tsunami relief efforts in Japan.
Perception
Speaking of Japan, in late 2011 John announced a Japan Limited Edition digital compilation entitled "Perception" that is being distributed in Chaku-Uta format exclusively in Japan. The album features songs from all three of John's main releases as well as three songs from the forthcoming concept album that are still unreleased in the states. A web store has been setup in Japan via TopMusic.jp as well as a mobile enhanced website at johnorrfranklinband.jp that allows Blue Room Digital Productions to sell products directly to the people of Japan.
The Future
John is currently working with the band performing local shows around the Texas region and has big plans for the forthcoming concept album release, now entitled “Reaching Ground”! Stay Tuned! Release plans are developing and more announcements regarding the release will be made soon!
The evolution continues!
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One can't have anything but admiration when hearing your music. It's so full of emotions, brilliantly performed, it touches the heart and the soul... I love it!!
You Rock!
All the best
Paul Marklew
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miam !!! lol
when you are ready for visiting Greece ,let me know ...
I 'll tell you all about the good places ...especially the islands ..
Rock on
High Spirits
what? ...me on Beale street ? you must be kidding me .. lol ! wow !! you made my day .... I mean ... i feel so surprised that you liked my playing ... I mean you have me here speechless !! damn....!!!
I was about to come to Austin this summer but my friends were on holidays at the time and so I think I 'll be there next year...
Thank you very much John
you have made my heart and mind soar high
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Thank you for adding me as a friend.I like your music and I like Austin.
I 've been there back in ' 91 and had the opportunity to jam, down at 6th street.Still got friends in town.
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