Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist Eric Olson

Performer: Eric Olson Musical Style/Genre: Acoustic/Folk/Rock. A singer/songwriter/guitarist creating a mix of contemporary folk sounds mixed in with strong classic rock influences. City of Origin: Chicago, Illinois Members: Eric Olson - Vocals/Guitar/Harmonica Sounds Like: "A Bob Dylan, Neil Youngish Songwriter" Influences: Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Tom Petty, Buddy Guy, The Doors, Grateful Dead, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Led Zeppelin, Nick Cave, Pearl Jam, Pink Floyd, Smashing Pumpkins, the list just goes on and on.....
	Key Points of Interest: * Currently recording new album for Spring '10 release * Previously released three LPs * Playing live since 2000 Additional Data: * Appeared on WXAV's Escape From Ordinary Radio in Spring of '05 * A Song Of The Year March 2006 Monthly Finalist * Interviews and reviews of new album will be solicited to acoustic press and radio
Eric Olson has been been playing guitar and writing songs for over 10 years. His style incorporates many genres and influences. From the folk songs of Bob Dylan to the grunge rock of Pearl Jam. He comes to the stage with a mysterious past and a lifetime full of experiences. In 2004 he started an independent record label called West Ave Studio based in Chicago, IL. Besides recording and performing, Eric teaches guitar lessons for a living as well.