NEW CD "Ghosts of the Royal Motel" is out now! John’s 2005 CD, "Thank You Waitress!" still available on Flat and Black Records.
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John Allaire is an experienced, award-winning singer/songwriter. His lyrical
depth, sprinkled with real life stories about people that everyone can relate
to, and his ability to connect with an audience makes both his recorded material
and live shows an intimate, edgy and eclectic experience. John is no stranger
to performing and recording his own brand of guitar-driven alt-country/roots/folk.
Whether playing solo, as he is more apt to do these days, or with the Campistas,
John delivers a unique musical experience that does not easily fit into one
genre. His well-arranged work is driven by sincerity and humour.
John’s vocals have been compared to Adam Duritz (Counting Crows), Bill Janovitz (Buffalo Tom), Joe Strummer (The Clash), Bob Mould (Husker Du), Paul Westerberg (Replacements) and many others of this ilk. His songwriting echoes that of Neil Young, Paul Westerberg, Jeff Tweedy (Wilco) and Elvis Costello.
For the most part, John’s songs are traditional folk-influenced stories
and the solo show incorporates quick wit, banter and a direct connection with
the audience. His straightforward guitar and harmonica styles are reminiscent
of early coffeehouse troubadours like Dylan and Donovan. Each show is different
from the last, with changing arrangements (acoustic and electric accompaniment),
material choices and the stories he relates.
John has shared the stage with: Alanis Morrisette, Blue Rodeo, Tragically
Hip, Donovan, Lynn Miles, Hoodoo Gurus, BoDeans, Dr. and the Medics, The Church,
VSpyVspy, Nada Surf, Econoline Crush, Weddings Parties Anything, Tom Cochrane,
Grapes of Wrath, Nils, and many more...
"Bourbon" Video - March 2008
John on CTV promoting the "Bourbon" Video - March 2008
John on Rogers TV promoting the "Bourbon" Video - March 2008
John’s spotlight in Canadian Musician Magazine
Review of "Ghosts" in Penguin Eggs Magazine (Canada’s national folk and roots magazine)
That was then...
Starting his professional music career in 1984, John has been in a number of bands, including the award-winning "The Town Cryers", a band that reached the number one spot on seven radio stations in Canada with their first release in 1987 called "All’s Well".
Allaire toured the country with the Cryers all the while releasing their 1989 CD, "Surprise Surprise", which included a supporting video for Allaire’s song "Never Bin Hurt B-4". The video won honours as top independent video in Canada in 1989. The CD also had the dubious pleasure of being the first release in Canada by an independent band on the emerging CD format.
The Town Cryers parted ways in 1992, but not before recording a whopping 18-track CD called "Stanley’s Cup".
In 1995, John founded the alt/punk band The Mercy Miners, playing with such signed recording artists as Econoline Crush and Nada Surf. The Mercy Miners released a 10-song CD called Knuckle Sandwich in 1997.
In 2003, John released his first solo effort called Crime and Punishment. The album was a 12-song collection and, while not doing much in the way of charting on radio stations, the CD sold more than 1,000 copies (admirable for an independent release), including copies numbering in the hundreds on the east coast of Canada and the USA.
John released "Thank You Waitress" in 2005, his best selling album to date, and has now released "Ghosts of the Royal Motel"
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T'was nice to see you out at the Oak for our show on Saturday. Thanks for coming out. Next time you come on out to see us, we will get Jeb to coordinate footwear options with you!
Hey thanks so much for accepting the add, the whole new album and tons of photos from recent shows can be found at http://www. turningleftmusic. com Keep in touch. -Arthur Scully
Hey John! Thanks for re-adding me after my failed attempt to bail out of MySpace (they wouldn't send me an account cancellation confirmation, so I'm stuck here I guess...). Anyway, see you on the 19th, it promises to be a kick ass gig!
Hey John, "Cut n Dried" Love the lyrics & the tune. Wish I was going to Cinci with you. I have friends there I haven't seen for a while. Thanks for adding me as a friend. Jerry
Hey John,
Hurry up with that new album. Great album title btw!
Good luck tonight to the Sens! I did manage to watch the highlights of Game 3. What a game!!!!
First and foremost, thank you again for being our friends. We seriously and sincerely appreciate it more than you know. If you want more of us, you can now buy our brand spanking new album on iTunes. That's it, you still rawk:) And that is a very good thing.
Sorry for the mass comment but I just want to fill you in!
I've got a new record coming out!! I've been working on "Can't Let Go" for a long time and it's gonna be in stores in Canada on June the 5th so check it out! The single "11:30" was sent to radio last week so keep an ear out and request it. Hear it and a few other new tracks on my profile... "Can't Let Go" is available NOW on CD Baby.com and through iTunes soon.
I'll be having a CD release party on the 16th of June at the El Mocambo in Toronto. I'll have the full band and we'll be playing the new record live. Also, my good friend Mike Evin will be opening. Come down and join my party!!
Hey John!!! Goddluck at yer show this weekend... I was so planning on coming to your next show but fuck, I'm opening for some crazy punk bands this sat night at saw... maybe if i'm done in time I'll swing by, but isn't that rude? anyway, good luck, you will be awesome!!!!!!!!!! say hi to l, h and c!
If you would like an e-invite to our cd release party at Stubbs please send us your e-mail! Your printed invite will get you 2 dollars of a 5 dollar E.P. as well as enter you in a raffle to win cds and t-shirts. Don't worry, it will just be the one e-mail, we won't continually harrass you. Thanks!
Hi there:
Just wanted to let you know that my new website is up. There's a lot more features than on the old site; a STORE, a section for DOWNLOADS, MAILING LIST and a TON OF MUSIC. You can also get a peek at the new album "Afterlife," and download the first single, "Walking Bob Dylan" for FREE.
Hey - I just wanted to thank all my old fans and all my new ones for taking a listen to me and spreading the word!
So, as thanks, I've opened up my song "Beautiful You" available for download on my profile. I've found it featured on numerous profiles so I thought it'd be a good one to give back to you.
Warn your iPod and go grab the song while you can! And again, THANK YOU!!! Talk to you soon...
