suggested listening: jon mclaughlin

It’s been a while since The Needle has suggested a hot (and Jesus H, do we mean HOT) new music maker on the scene, but we couldn’t resist plugging the gorgeous and talented Jon McLaughlin. A mix of Buble and Mraz….Mayer and Elton….Jon McLaughlin makes beautiful music.

Randomly, The Needle heard his song “Beautiful Disaster” on the radio as they participated in our first ever session of physical therapy for our knee. During the hour and a half at the hand of the therapist, we repeated the lyrics over and over to look them up when we got home. A Google search and a few Limewire downloads later, we were in love. Meaningful lyrics, heartfelt melodies and unique chord progressions make McLaughlin’s contribution to radio and The Needle’s iPod unique. His voice is sweet and clear and is perfect for driving, chilling around the house, or having the ladies over for wine and dinner. Bonus points if you can get your ball and chain to slow dance with you to “Giving Me Reasons.”

Suggested downloads: “Beautiful Disaster”, “Giving Me Reasons”, “Human”, and his newest single being played on VH1 and the like, “Beating My Heart.” Like Michael Buble, or even John Legend to a certain extent, McLaughlin brings back a piano throwback vibe that is fondly appreciated….while still bringing something new like John Mayer, Jason Mraz or Eric Hutchinson (if you haven’t checked him out, you need to experience him as well). If you like any of the artist mentioned previously, definitely give Jon McLaughlin a listen.

~ by ashpash on September 7, 2008.