John Gerard w/ Ashley Joelle Jordan (Opening) July 16, 2010

Born in Paris, France, John Gerard grew up listening to Billy Joel, The Police, and Serge Gainsbourg, "the dirty mouth of French pop". He moved to Massachusetts in the late 70's and was introduced to Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Minor Threat, and Iron Maiden. These new sounds inspired John to form a band at fourteen. After fronting various other bands he is now a solo musician.

Recently, he has earned his living playing the streets & subways of Boston and Cambridge, selling thousands of his CD's. His stage and street presence is compelling and people often let their bus and train pass by to hear John's next song. His powerful voice and accessible lyrics connect with those who listen.

Many times during the day John hears that famous line from Billy Joel's Piano Man, "Man, what are you doing here?"

Right now what he is doing there is earning his living. Out on the streets is where John is building his audience. He recently sold a song to a producer for HBO Films who said, "I have never stopped to listen to a street performer in my life."

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