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John the Conqueror

Rank #16 Philadelphia, PA Indie / Blues / Rock

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Members: Pierre Moore-Guitar, Vocals Michael Gardner-Drums Ryan Lynn-Bass

Label: Alive NaturalSound Records

Bio: While the band John the Conqueror began only a few years ago, the Legend of John the Conqueror is much older. It is a tale that has been around since the first slaves were brought from Africa, so it is a part of the story of the birth of America. John the Conqueror was a prince who was taken fr... See Full Bio

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“This debut is dependable, solid and timeless”

— Blues Matters! Magazine (UK)

“One of the greatest rock albums of the past year in my opinion. (Translation) 5 Favorite Albums of the Year”

— Arnaud Tillau, Quai Baco (FR)

“I was asked a short while ago for my top ten albums of the year. This one is in there somewhere. And let me tell you, it has been a good year for music!”

— Dave Goodwin, Penny Black Music (UK)

“Their sound is quite unique. It's sexy but not lascivious...rather punchy and ultra-addictive. It is full of retro blues and soul references but it is quite modern. (Translation)”

— ROCKNFOOL (FR)

“The main selling point is the back to basics aspect of guitar, bass, voice and drums – it’s simple but means the band have to have the chops and the style.”

— Ross McGibbon, Vanguard Online (UK)

“This band is two-thirds Mississippi and one-third Philly, and on this album (reviewed a couple of months ago by John the Founder) you'll hear a perfect mix of delta blues soul and grit. I got a chance to see them in Raleigh in November, and it was easily one of the best shows I saw in oh-12. As if Pierre Moore's distorted blues guitar and soulful voice weren't enough to convince you, the influences shown by their choice of live covers mark them as fully authentic. Don't miss them if they hit your town.”

— When You Motor Away Blog

“Grade: Music: A- / Package: B+ From the hand-clapping ruckus of opener “I Just Wanna” to the inescapable strutting melody at the center of “Say What You Want” to the menacing, riveting closer “3 More,” in which guitarist/vocalist/songwriter Pierre Moore asks the listener, grammar be damned, “What would you do if you was in my shoes?,” this is a band that means it. John the Conqueror’s music is loaded with attitude, but not a speck of pretension. This is no frills, from the gut rock and roll and the impact is immediate. ”

— Vinyl Under Review

“It’s all smokestacks, greasy ball bearings, mudslides, and corn liquor swilled from mason jars; raggedly scorching guitar riffs, a thunderous rhythm section, and howled vocals. ‘Say What You Want’ rockets me off my rear every time”

— Brian Green, Happening Magazine (UK)

“Time To Go by John the Conqueror-This raw, bluesy old-school soul track is just one of many gems on Philadelphia trio self-titled debut album.”

— Brian Mansfield, USA Today

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I Just Wanna

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Jun 14

Woodcrest Lanes
Union City, OH, US | 8:00pm
Woodcrest Lanes
Union City, OH, US
Fri Jun 14 8:00pm
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Jun 14

Woodcrest Lanes
Union City, OH, US | 8:00pm
Woodcrest Lanes
Union City, OH, US
Fri Jun 14 8:00pm
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Jun 15

McKee's Creek Farm
Bellefontaine, 43311, US | 8:00pm
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Bellefontaine, 43311, US
Sat Jun 15 8:00pm
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Jun 16

South Park Tavern
Dayton, OH, US | 8:00pm
South Park Tavern
Dayton, OH, US
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Jun 19

High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI, US | 8:00pm
High Noon Saloon
Madison, WI, US
Wed Jun 19 8:00pm
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canvas radio
Tight sound! Keep up the good work!
Valori Steele
My brother and I really enjoyed your band last night at The Grape! I wish you the best I've been spreading the word!!
The Urban Rock Radio...
Playing both EP's tomorrow. Good stuff. email me!