Artist Bio
2007 San Diego Music Award Winners for Best Jazz Album (nominated in 2008), ON THE ONE walk alongside live acts such as Karl Denson Trio and the Greyboy All-Stars when it comes to export music from America's finest city. The name ON THE ONE comes from both Prince and James Brown. Both singers have been known to say, “ON THE ONE” meaning “everyone in the band drop in on the first beat…on the ONE.”
Their debut album “Love Addiction” was recently picked up by the Japanese label, P-Vine, through a licensing deal with Velour (Soulive / Kaki King). 2008 will see ON THE ONE touring North America and the Far East in support of their record.
Drum King John Staten (Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe) teamed up with long time friend and sax aficionado Jesse Molloy (Giant People) to create ON THE ONE in the summer of 2006. Bassist Andy Irvine (Giant People) and the addition of guitarist Pete Lombardo square this funky soul rock quartet. The band was handpicked to support Earth Wind & Fire, summer 2008.
While touring with Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe OTO drummer John Staten opened for an entire tour supporting the Allman Brothers. He was invited on stage nightly culminating with John playing their encore at Red Rocks in Golden, CO. With music industry heavy hitters calling him one of the best drummers in the business, Staten’s hard hitting hip-hop beats drive ON THE ONE’S sound. Sax, groove bass, and effortless guitar team up to bring generations of music lovers to the dance floor. Don’t miss the funkdown!
For interviews and further press, please contact:
Ben Erickson (Manager)
Elysian Artist Group
530-949-1830
