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Monty Craig
Fusion / R&B / Latin

"Improvisational Guitarist"

Greer, South Carolina
United States

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Last Login:  7/24/2008
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  http://www.myspace.com/montycraig  

   Monty Craig: General Info
Member Since10/4/2005
Band Websitemyspace.com/montycraig
Band MembersThe Professors - Alma De Candela - Rocket Number Nine Zoom Zoom Up - FunkShua - The Monty Craig Trio
InfluencesMy teachers have played a great role in my musical development. These guys have been my main guitar and jazz teachers - Charlie Wood, Tim Haden, Charlie Parker(The White Bird), Jim Mings, Christopher Berg, Kurt Rosenwinkel, and Ben Monder
Sounds LikeModern Jazz, Funk, Jam Band, Salsa, Prog Rock
Record LabelContraphonic
Type of LabelIndie








   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 23 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Jul 24 2008 10:00P
Liberty Bar and Taproom - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Jul 25 2008 9:00P
The Surrey Tavern Augusta, Georgia
Jul 26 2008 2:00P
The 10th Annual Great Atlanta Blues and Heritage Festival Atlanta, Georgia
Jul 26 2008 9:00P
The Surrey Tavern Augusta, Georgia
Jul 27 2008 8:00P
The Reserve @ Lake Keowee - Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles 2008 Designer Showhouse - Latin Quartet Sunset, South Carolina
Jul 30 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 4 2008 7:30P
R3V3RB - Rocket Number Nine Zoom Zoom Up Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 5 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 6 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 8 2008 6:00P
The Rock Water Tavern - Jazz Duo Spartanburg, South Carolina
Aug 13 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 14 2008 9:00P
Smiley’s Acoustic Cafe - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 15 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 15 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 16 2008 6:00P
Liberty Bar and Grill - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 17 2008 6:00P
Private Party - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 18 2008 7:30P
R3V3RB - Rocket Number Nine Zoom Zoom Up Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 20 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 22 2008 6:00P
Vino 100 - Latin Jazz Quartet Simpsonville, South Carolina
Aug 23 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 25 2008 7:30P
R3V3RB - Rocket Number Nine Zoom Zoom Up Greenville, South Carolina
Aug 27 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Sep 3 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Sep 5 2008 10:00P
Mellow Mushroom - FunkShua Greenville, South Carolina
Sep 6 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Sep 10 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Sep 12 2008 6:00P
Private Party - Rockwater Tavern Spartanburg, South Carolina
Sep 13 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Sep 14 2008 6:00P
Greenville Family Partnership Silent Auction Greenville, South Carolina
Sep 17 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Sep 20 2008 5:00P
Private Wedding - Solo Guitar Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Sep 24 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Sep 25 2008 6:00P
Smoke on the Water - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Sep 26 2008 9:00P
Oysters on the West End - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Sep 27 2008 9:00P
Smiley’s Acoustic Cafe - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Oct 4 2008 8:00P
Hartsville Jazz Festival - The Professors Hartsville, South Carolina
Oct 24 2008 8:00P
Burgundy Blues Grand Opening! - The Professors Anderson, South Carolina
Oct 25 2008 10:00P
Liberty Bar and Taproom - The Professors Greenville, South Carolina
Nov 1 2008 4:00P
Private Wedding - The Professors Fletcher, North Carolina
Nov 7 2008 10:00P
Mellow Mushroom - FunkShua Greenville, South Carolina
May 30 2009 6:00P
Private Wedding - The Professors Greenviile, South Carolina

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   About Monty Craig
My name is Monty Craig. Guitar, Piano, and Bass are my main instruments. I love creativity, originality, and a fire to express. I would love to hear comments on my music. When I am not playing or writing music, I am teaching guitar, jazz improvisation, and combos at Clemson University. I am here to network with other musicians, artists, and creative people. Relix The Magazine For Music

   Monty Craig's Friend Space (Top 16)
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Monty Craig's Friends Comments
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jakub zomer





Jul 21 2008 9:07 AM

Hi Monty,
Thanx for finding me :). I enjoy Your music! Hope to see You around.

Jakub
Horizon Records


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Jul 19 2008 9:17 AM

How goes it Monty..please come see us sometime on the corner of North Main and Stone for tons of great vinyl, used cd, dvds, and books.
Avett Bros on Tues!
DIVIDED WE STAND





Jul 15 2008 10:05 AM

Greetings from Texas.
Hows it going?

- Dzyan
Joy Ike (Market Sq. Band Show this Saturday - 3pm)





Jun 23 2008 10:32 PM

piano, cello, violin, viola, bass, drums, djembe! Ooo weee!
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Jun 19 2008 6:43 PM

Thanks for the add!

Charlie
Dini





Jun 17 2008 1:22 PM

Thank you Monty for the request and music.
Greetings from Tbilisi, Georgia
Bandoleros de Mijas





Jun 14 2008 5:30 AM

Gracias por solicitar nuestra amistad, un saludo desde Málaga-España.
danny gutierrez


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Jun 14 2008 7:14 AM

thank you for the request good music
Greg Moore The OATH





Jun 13 2008 3:41 PM

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Hi,
It's me, greg alan moore w/ THE OATH saying hi. Thanks for adding me and helping me cross the 20,000 Page visits and 10,000 Song plays! If you're anywhere near Mauldin, SC Fri & Sat come see us at Blue Cue (Cue Time). It'll be a blast.


Thanks again,

Greg Alan Moore


PS. We play THE Oath's Songs, not mine :-)
..
Bates Holman





Jun 9 2008 7:08 PM

Hey man- Dig the Rosenwinkelesque 'All Or Nothing At All. Let me know the next time you're down around the coast- I'd like to come see you play some time.
Russ O’Brien





Jun 9 2008 10:29 AM

hey monty, glad to see your so busy this summer! hope to catch a show sometime soon. oh, and say hello to smiley for me!
www.Radio.SC


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Jun 5 2008 7:20 AM

Read more about Milhouse on www. Radio. sc




Check out Milhouse live this weekend at the ..Millennium Farewell Party!
www.Radio.SC


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May 12 2008 4:38 PM

We would like to congratulate TenFifty on being named Radio. sc's Band of the Week ! Look for a new Band of the Week every Monday on www. Radio. sc!
Pierre B.





May 3 2008 7:29 AM

SAN QUENTIN JAZZ BAND, désormais en librairie – now in bookstores...

Cover grande

Go to SAN QUENTIN JAZZ BAND for an English-language presentation of the book
tina





May 4 2008 7:07 AM

Just sendin some love from your slackest friend....got your message, missed tha show....i'm gettin there.....don't hate me because i'm retarded, just hate me because, well, ya, i'm retarded....:)
Michael Manson





May 1 2008 8:14 PM

Click Here To Get A Free Song From Michael Manson!
Christi





Apr 11 2008 1:15 PM

Come to Christi Garland's GOING AWAY party! It's at