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Everything in Jon McLaughlins life makes its way into his music, whether hes conscious of it or not. The artist, raised in Indiana and based in Nashville, brings all of his experiences and beliefs into each song he creates, something that is especially true now that hes the father of two young girls. Jon released his debut album, Indiana, in 2007 on Island Def Jam, attracting fans with his heartfelt, hook-laden songwriting and impassioned delivery. Hes released six full-lengths in the years since and revealed a true evolution in both his piano playing and singing. Hes played shows with Billy Joel, Kelly Clarkson and Adele, collaborated with longtime friend Sara Bareilles, co-written with Demi Lovato and even performed at the Academy Awards in 2008. Jons album, Like Us, dropped in October of 2015 via Razor Still My Girl written for his youngest daughter. Another project started in 2018 is his Dueling Pianos video series. Every episode features a new guest artist and they perform mashups of never-before-heard arrangements. In Fall of 2019 Jon released an instrumental piano album titled MOOD. This record demonstrates Jons artistry and captivates his talent as a pianist. In May 2020 the second edition of the project was released entitled MOOD II.Jon wrapped up 2020 with the release of his Christmas EP Christmas Time before putting out his most recent full length album All The Things I Say To Myself with immediate fan favorites A Breakup Song Outta My Head. In the fall of 2022 Jon hit the road with his band in celebration of the 15 year anniversary of his Indiana album which will be remastered and re released on vinyl spotlighting a new a capella version of the title track Indiana featuring Straight No Chaser as well as never-before-released b-sides.Towards the end of 2023, Jon released the third installment in his instrumental piano series: MOOD III.As with everything he does, Jons goal is to create connections. He wants to translate his experiences and ideas into music that reaches fans everywhere. His passion for music and playing is evident in each note he plays.
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