Vincent Jones (musician)

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Vincent Jones
GenresIndie rock
Occupation(s)Musician, producer
InstrumentsKeyboards
Associated actsThe Grapes of Wrath, Ginger, Lava Hay

Vincent Jones is a Canadian keyboardist and music producer. He was a member of The Grapes of Wrath[1] and Ginger,[2] and a frequent collaborator with Lava Hay, a band which included Jones' former wife, Michele Gould.

Early life[]

Jones was born to parents Leslie and Patricia Jones (née Smith), originally from Corby, England. The family moved to Canada after Leslie was offered a job in the country. He also has two sisters, Clare and Michelle.

Career[]

Jones joined The Grapes of Wrath in 1990,[3] and played keyboard with the band for some time. When Kevin Kane left the band, the remaining members, Jones, Tom Hooper and Chris Hooper, continued to perform under the name Ginger.[2]

Following Ginger's breakup, Jones became a session and musician and producer. He performed on studio albums by Mystery Machine, Cowboy Junkies, Monster Magnet, Rose Chronicles and Bruce McCulloch.

Jones backed David Gahan during his 2003 North American tour in support of the album Paper Monsters,[4] and performed on Gahan's live video project Live Monsters.[5] In 2009 he produced Tom Anselmi's multimedia project Mirror.[6]

Jones co-wrote the theme song to NBC's Parks and Recreation with Gaby Moreno, which was nominated for an Emmy in the category of "Outstanding Main Title Theme Music" in July 2010.[7]

In 2014 Jones performed with Sarah McLachlan and appeared on her album Shine On.[8]

In 2021, Jones played piano, keyboards and strings on Jerry Cantrell's album Brighten.[9]

References[]

  1. ^ Woodstra, Chris. "Biography: The Grapes of Wrath". AMG. Retrieved 19 May 2010.
  2. ^ Jump up to: a b "Ginger". AllMusic, Biography by Chris Woodstra All Media Guide.
  3. ^ "GRAPES OF WRATH IN THE COLD, BUT FAR FROM OUT IN THE COLD". Chris Heim, CHICAGO TRIBUNE, 5 January 1990.
  4. ^ "Dave Gahan". Pop Matters, Mike Prevatt, 8 September 2003
  5. ^ "Dave Gahan Live Monsters". Exclaim!, By Prasad Bidaye, 1 May 2004
  6. ^ "The best from the west". The Province, 31 March 2009
  7. ^ "'Idol,' 'SNL' Join 'Glee' with Emmy Nominatons". Billboard. 8 July 2010. Retrieved 17 April 2020.
  8. ^ "Review: Sarah McLachlan shines in breathtaking Vancouver concert". Francois Marchand, Vancouver Sun, 21 October 2014
  9. ^ Blistein, Jon (29 July 2021). "Alice in Chains' Jerry Cantrell Previews New Solo Album With 'Atone'". Rolling Stone.
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