Born in Toronto Canada, John Kelly Gannett grew up out of the musical heritage of his grandmother, a pop singer in Los Angeles during the 1950's. By age 16, John began composing classical music for the guitar. He received an award for outstanding musical achievement at age 17. John later studied songwriting under renowned gospel songwriter, Brian Deorksen, before working with Shania Twains former record producer, John Jamieson, for his first radio single released in Canada. Since moving to Nashville in 2003, John has co-written with pro-writers on Music Row, and performed regularly at the 'Bluebird Cafe' in Nashville and 'The Bitter End' in New York City. When he is asked about his sound, John quotes a former booking agent that described John's music as, "James Taylor meets John Denver". Not a comparison he minds at all.
What others have to say about Johns music:
Johns music moves me. I recently sat listening to John play and sing. I did not want to leave.
(Bart Herbison - Executive Director, Nashville Songwriters Association International)
Music that makes your heart feel good.
(Ralph Murphy - Vice President, ASCAP Nashville)
Some songwriters are blessed with talent. Some singers are as equally blessed. John has a double dose of each.
(Preshias Tomes - Columnist, Nashville Music Guide)
We wanted to let you and your friends know that the deadline for submissions for our 2008 Songwriting Contest is quickly approaching.
With over $15,000 in cash and prizes, performance opportunities at Madison Square Garden and the Live Nation - Jones Beach concert series, recording session packages with Grammy award winner Glenn Barrett at MorningStar studios and with our fantastic friends at Dubway Studios in New York, A feature on Jonathan Clarke's 'Out Of The Box' popular radio show on Q104,3FM, New York and America's Classic Rock station and so much more, this is truly an opportunity not to be missed.
John, I love the cuts I have heard from your CD.. Please tell this ol' bird how to order one...Keep on keeping on and I love how you witness in your songs too.. that is so precious. Many blessings, Lynn
John, I do believe in you, and I see the hard work, and I can truly see how much you love what you are doing and how much you put into your career. People that have the talent you have and are willing to sacrifice, as you have, will have their day!! I do believe in you.. Be well my friend, I will keep watching your journey!!Vicki
Hey John, It is so Kool to see getting more and more engaged in your career and you are going to have a BIG one!!!! your are such a talent......your friend..vicki j
How are things going for you.......I have listened over and over and over to the songs that I have of you, someof which were yours and Toms songs....wow.....I am so very impressed and I have no doubt that good things are going to continue to happen..new doors...much luck and we will all see you soon....on TV!!!!!!!!
Hey John! Hope you had a great show at The Bitter End..i'm sure it was nothing less than amazing! I love the new songs you have up...especially "Best Friends" (now who co-wrote that one with you, ha!) and "Put the Past in the Past"...love them all! Take care and God bless!
THERE IS AN AMAZING EVENT I GO TO EVERY YEAR CALLED THE DURANGO SONGWRITERS’ FESTIVAL AND THIS YEAR IT IS CLOSER THAN EVER TO NASHVILLE!! IF YOU'VE NEVER BEEN, YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT. IT IS ONE OF THE MOST AMAZING NETWORKING OPPOTUNITIES OF THE YEAR AND IT HAS RESULTED IN PUB DEALS AND HIT SONGS FOR SOME OF THE ATTENDEES, INCLUDING THE CURRENT RASCAL FLATTS HIT, "EVERY DAY," WHICH WAS PENNED BY DURANGO ATTENDEE ALISSA MORENO IN A COWRITE WITH JEFF STEELE AT 1 OF THE DURANGO EVENTS. THE FESTIVAL IS MAY 29-31 IN ASHVILLE, N.C. AND I CAN'T SAY ENOUGH ABOUT IT. PLEASE GO CHECK OUT MORE DETAILS ON MY MYSPACE AND REGISTER FOR THE EVENT. AND BE SURE AND TELL THEM I SENT YA! - LALA
Hi John, Thanks for visiting my page...I haven't performed state side yet, but I am recording in New Jersey this week and next week. Spent a little time in New York back in February...Good luck in June. Jenn...
Hi John, Thank you for the friend request. When I receive a new friend request it's always exciting. New friends bring excitement to ones life. I am happy that you found me. Keep in touch. I would Luv your comments on my page. Thanks again and have a blessed day.
John, thanks again for asking me to be a part of your early bluebird round--it was great to have my first 6pm show with such great friends. you sang and played amazing and the round was so much fun! you are a true talent:)
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Today I´m just stopping by to let You know that my current album "With All My Heart" as well as some previous CDs of mine are finally available for download in all iTunes stores worldwide. A lot of people have asked me if mp3s were available for download. Now they are. Enjoy!!!
And here is a word for the day:
"Whatever is true, whatever is noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things. Whatever You have learned or received or heard from me or seen in me - put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you." (Phil 4, 8-9).
As we are about to celebrate Easter, I wanted to send You the lyrics of a song I wrote a long time ago as a reminder of God´s unconditional love.
1. Consider how he loves you, consider how he cares
For there can´t be a greater love than to lay down your life for a friend
The wheel of history´s turning, as he forgives in pain
In meekness and humility there dies the son of man
Consider how he loves you, consider how he cares
He is a priceless treasure, not a billion words could explain
He´s called “a friend of sinners”, though he is pure in heart
If he was not a sinner´s friend, my friend he could not be
Consider how he loves you, consider how he cares
He is a God of mercy, amazing is his grace
With words of deep affection He is knocking at my door
That I might listen and adore the greatest friend of all
i dunno if you're gonna be in town but i'm playing next wednesday april 11th at 12th and porter with barry dean, nicole witt, and terri jo box from 6p-8p. would love to see your face in the place! take care!
Hey John Kelly Gannett ! Hope its alright that Im sending you this comment! Im tryin to get people to come hang with us for free on friday! Have a Blessed day and wonderful week! xoxo cj
Ordinary Man is Extraordinary!!!
I sure loved seeing and hearing you at Second Saturday Sing in Elgin Illinois with your best Yankee friends! Your talent flows freely and draws you into worship with the King! What an awesome song! I loved the whole set you did: Ordinary Man, Miracles, and Somehow illustrate not only your love for good music, but your love for the Saviour. You are a tremendous witness to the power of God in us. Continue to walk with the King, and He will use you for His glory.
In Him,
Chris Shannon
