John Fohl - New Orleans Singer, Songwriter and Guitarist

New Orleans Singer, Songwriter & Guitarist

New Orleans Disaster Update 10/8/05

John & Shelley got to go home the other day and were surprised and overjoyed to find only minor roof and water damage and no flooding inside the house.. most of their stuff is fine and they may be able to live there relatively soon. Now begins the larger task of repairing the city of New Orleans that they have called home for all these years. They wish to express their deepest gratitude to all of the friends and fans who have been so supportive during this challenging time.

Check out John's latest CD Time Ain't Waiting, as well as his 1998 release of I Got News For You. You can also peruse his selected discography. John's CDs can be purchased online at The Louisiana Music Factory	Here are some photos from recent performances at the New Orleans French Quarter Festival and WWOZ Piano Night where John handled the guitar work for the first half of the evening
Click here to find out where John is playing next. His solo performances at Margaritaville in the French Quarter or at Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar are legendary. You can contact John by email or sign the guestbook.	The long awaited release of the Sansone, Krown & Fohl record has arrived. The CD is now available at the Louisiana Music Factory LOOK for New Records From Dr. John (Dis, Dat, & D’utter), Ingrid Lucia and Mathilda Jones featuring John’s playing.

John Fohl arrived in New Orleans in 1996, and immediately began impressing audiences with his musical versatility. From Bourbon Street in the French Quarter, to performances at Jazz Fest and numerous club dates, John's ability as a singer, songwriter and guitarist have made him one of the busiest players in the Crescent City. From his early work with the Cherry Poppin' Daddies million selling "Zoot Suit Riot" to his excellent performances with the Joe Krown Organ Combo, John has proven himself to be a man who ain't waitin'.
John has been touring in Europe for the last four or five years. and this year went to New Zealand as one of the Headliners at the Waiheke Island of Jazz Festival on Waiheke Island.
His solo festival performances include the Three Rivers Music Festival in Columbia SC, Natchez Bluff Blues Festival in Natchez MS & the Oregon Country Fair Veneta OR, all In 2001. Along with his trip to New Zealand, John found time to play the Bluesweek Festival in Mettman Germany, He will also be appearing at the Ottawa Blues Fest in Ottawa Canada on July 14, before beginning his 2002 European tour on August 27.

In September 2002, John joined Dr. John's band and currently mixes his local gigs in New Orleans, both solo and with the Joe Krown Organ Combo, with touring with Da' Doctor

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