Bluesy, funky, jazzy, rockin'...this is the wheelhouse. I fronted the local Chicago band FUSION for over 5 years. We recorded a full length album. Loved by critics and fans alike, it stands as a pillar of music brimming with true Chicago authenticity. When we were not able to secure our spot in rock stardom, we each went our own way. I moved to LA!
My range begins at C2 and maxes out at about E5. The blues I gravitate towards is usually of the funkier kind. My music as a whole always reflects a light at the end of the tunnel no matter how deep I delve. I love singing and I have chosen it as my career path. As a musical performer, I will give you the best I have. I have a pretty solid work ethic. I'm still learning my way around Logic so were you to choose me, please bear that in mind. I am loaded with a catalogue of original rock tunes with themes addressing a determination to take care of business as well as being at peace. I consider myself a cool mofo. I've sustained a decent standard of living as a carpenter so some of that soul and character will likely reverberate into projects. I play the harmonica also which I've received much kudos throughout the years for. My lyrical content can be proverbial, straightforward, and even...wait for it...fun...ha. Thanks for getting this far!
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Interview with Gino Calantoni
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: My typical work process is get as much information as possible. Set up the schedule to do the work. Allow the process to be part of my lifestyle. Provide my best performance possible as a vocalist/instrumentalist and producer. Then work with the client to deliver whatever they need additionally. Always striving for excellence. Committed to gettin it done!
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: My studio set up is still in the works. I've got my Mac, Logic Pro X, the Focusrite Scarlett interface, a variety of mics, guitars, percussion instruments, and harmonicas and a 12x12 studio space.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: The music of the Black Crowes has inspired me for the majority of my life. I love the pop of the 70's and 80's such as Hall and Oates, Blondie, the Cars...I love the metal of the 80's Metallica, Iron Maiden, Anthrax...the grunge of the 90's Pearl Jam, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden...the alt-rock of the 00's Incubus, Audioslave, OK GO, Capital Cities...I recently have fallen in love with Milky Chance, Vance Joy, Young the Giant, Phoenix, Trombone Shorty... Along the way my influences have also been inspired by Kirk Franklin, Lyle Lovett, Buddy Guy, James Cotton, Junior Wells, Dan Bellini of Howard and the White Boys, Edie Brickell, Warren Haynes.... On the production side of things I love what Rick Rubin has accomplished through the years, I love what Rick Parashar and Tim Palmer did with the 10 album, I also love what Sheryl Crow did with her self-titled followup to Tuesday Night Music Club. I also have had the esteemed pleasure and honor of working with and beside Grammy winner, Mr. Tom Weir. He is ALWAYS an inspiration.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Since I'm new to this, my strong suit has yet to emerge. What I am is a passionate vocalist and harmonica player. As noted, I've written about 20 complete songs. I've only (honestly) self-produced 3. So my hat is in the ring here primarily as a vocalist. I know my way around Logic Pro X to deliver a complete and mastered composition as well as the associated stems. Thanks for giving me a shot.
- Singer - MaleAverage price - $70 per song
- Songwriter - LyricAverage price - $70 per song
- HarmonicaAverage price - $70 per song
- Top line writer (vocal melody)Average price - $70 per song
- Vocal compingAverage price - $40 per track
- Vocal TuningAverage price - $40 per track
The rates offered are for delivery of commission plus one revision. Additional revisions will revert to original price and agreement. Turn around time will be 1-5 days. Expedited services extra.
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