JONATHAN AUERBACH
A powerhouse performer with or without the band, Jonathan plays with abandon. 3 Nashville-recorded CD's nailed boast a cache of fresh rock all-originals, fronting recording and touring cats who have performed and recorded with the likes of Bob Dylan, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Fleetwood Mac and John Fogerty. Worldwide radio & TV play, press praise, and a notable USA and Europe fan base. USA, Italy, Austria, Spain and Portugal tours.
Fast forward...The Jonathan Auerbach Trio showcases Jonathan as songwriter on guitar & vocals, fronting virtuoso musicians Carole Charlin, vocals & percussion, and Jose Roman Duque, drums & keyboards. With a bold signature sound, the band is making waves with all-original rock fusion music. In a word, “tasty.” On stage the ensemble delivers the unexpected at full throttle – smart storytelling songs at once deeply rooted and indelibly modern.
Talkin’gear... Jonathan figures amid other top axe men and women on the Artists Roster of Larrivée Guitars.
What people say:
“it’s a hit, man! have you HEARD? range, depth, beats, twists and licks… on HEARD, Jonathan Auerbach deftly mixes piercing lyrics with soaring music. the whole shebang from beginning to end, beautiful. ”
“Honest, pure, soulful - a passionate, timeless recording. On SIREN CALL, Jonathan plays, writes and sings like his life depended on “transfixing” these songs and messages into the hearts and ears of his devoted fanbase. ”
“Smart writing, solid production, originality on display.” Jonathan hits the mark with LAUNCH, an eleven-song set of personal reflection. His acoustic guitar playing comes through with authority and leads the way for these expertly produced tracks. The combination of smart lyric writing and honest vocal interpretation create an evocative listening experience.”
Jonathan also marks a distinguished globe-spanning journalism career, publishing travel and international affairs reportage in major national and international newspapers and magazines, among others, notably: Robb Report, Boston Globe, Boston Phoenix, Christian Science Monitor, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Daily Herald, San Francisco Examiner, San Francisco magazine, Cigar Aficionado, Smoke magazine, Saturday Evening Post, Montreal Gazette.
His writing awards include a Lowell Thomas Award, the top USA travel journalism award and the Premio Leonardo, the prestigious journalism award of Italy.
His professional memberships have included the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW), the Screen Actors Guild & American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA), and the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP).