I am a versatile musician with four decades of experience as a singer, songwriter, recording artist, producer, and journalist. I work on major and independent music projects worldwide and perform for diverse audiences, including entertaining people in assisted living centers and producing music videos. Throughout my career I’ve collaborated with artists such as Davy Jones of the Monkees, toured with the Monkees Reunion, hosted a radio program on NPR, and contributed to recording and marketing projects for orchestras and studios. I’m passionate about mentoring others in business, marketing, and music technology, and I continue to share my knowledge through journalism and consulting.

JOHN NY J. BLAIR

I am a versatile musician with four decades of experience as a singer, songwriter, recording artist, producer, and journalist. I work on major and independent music projects worldwide and perform for diverse audiences, including entertaining people in assisted living centers and producing music videos. Throughout my career I’ve collaborated with artists such as Davy Jones of the Monkees, toured with the Monkees Reunion, hosted a radio program on NPR, and contributed to recording and marketing projects for orchestras and studios. I’m passionate about mentoring others in business, marketing, and music technology, and I continue to share my knowledge through journalism and consulting.

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I am a versatile musician with four decades of experience as a singer, songwriter, recording artist, producer, and journalist. I work on major and independent music projects worldwide and perform for diverse audiences, including entertaining people in assisted living centers and producing music videos.

Throughout my career I’ve collaborated with artists such as Davy Jones of the Monkees, toured with the Monkees Reunion, hosted a radio program on NPR, and contributed to recording and marketing projects for orchestras and studios. I’m passionate about mentoring others in business, marketing, and music technology, and I continue to share my knowledge through journalism and consulting.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Vocalist, Multi-Instrumentalist, Songwriter at Johnny J. Blair "Singer at Large"
August 16, 1974 - Present
https://johnnyjblairmusic.com/about/
Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Recording Artist, Producer, Journalist, and Music Industry Consultant at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 1979 - Present
Ongoing overlapping work as a singer-songwriter and musician, recording artist, producer, technician, journalist, and music industry consultant; working with major and independent music projects worldwide. Also entertaining in assisted living centers, and creating music videos.
Sales Associate at Guitar Center
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016
Sales of music equipment.
House Musician, Booking Agent, and Sound Technician at The 23 Club
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
House musician, booking agent, and sound technician for the historic venue.
Musician – Producer at Davy Jones / The Monkees
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 2012
Musician and producer for Davy Jones; toured with the 2011 Monkees Reunion Tour; worked on Monkees spin-off projects.
Touring Bassist/Vocalist at The Monkees
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Touring bassist/vocalist for the 2011 Monkees Reunion Tour of the UK and US; contributed to spin-off projects.
Radio Host at National Public Radio (NPR)
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011
Radio host of the 'Billtown Bus Stop Radio Hour' on NPR.
Recording Technician and Marketing Coordinator at Williamsport Symphony Orchestra
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2009
Recording technician and marketing coordinator; 9 to 21 events per year.
Production Coordinator and Tracking Engineer at Various recording studios (Central Pennsylvania)
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2012
Production coordinator and tracking engineer; industry consultant.
Sales Manager and Equipment Supervisor at Robert M. Sides Family Music Center
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1998
Sales manager and equipment supervisor; managed employees and over five million dollars of musical equipment; marketing and promotions.
Production Manager and Administrator at Ascension Multimedia
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1994
Production manager and administrator; in-house production of artists/clients and marketing.
Freelance Music Journalist at Various publications
January 1, 1988 - Present
Freelance music journalism for several publications.
Music Store Clerk at Two music stores (San Francisco, CA & Lancaster, PA)
January 1, 1979 - December 31, 1992
Part-time music store clerk; freelance recording in Bay Area studios; regular performance as solo act or with bands.

Education

High School Diploma at Seminole High School
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization