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Chicago-based Singer/Songwriter, Ed Gershon, plays a unique eclectic style of acoustic rock, fusing pop with folk, jazz and blues. His shows provide an intimate musical glimpse into life itself. His worldly amalgamation of musical styles blends high-energy guitar rifts with soulful vocals. For the last 2 years, this locally known singer/songwriter has performed at Chicagoland venues such as the Bird’s Nest, Slice of Chicago, Duke O’Brien’s, Mike’s Ale House, Goose Island (Wrigleyville), and The Tonic Room. Performances of his uniquely original-songs and vocals can be heard weekly at Potbelly’s Sandwich Works, or less frequently at Caribou Coffee (check his website regularly for performance dates). As a student of graphic design at Illinois Institute of Art, he has been a featured performer at the school’s Artimation Festival for the last three years. “Music is a part of me—like breathing,” says Ed. “It’s something I can’t live without. It’s just my way of connecting with the world.” Ed’s love of music is unquestionable; his lyrics are sometimes heartbreakingly honest. He blends the best of jazz influences Miles Davis, John Coltrain, Joe Pass, Wes Montgomery, Grant Green (from the 50’s & 60’s) with the likes of pop artists James Taylor, Elton John, The Beatles, the Black Crowes, while infusing the mellowness found in singer/songwriter’s Dave Mathews, John Mayer and Jeff Buckley, creating his own movingly moody music. Ed performs his brand of rock with the recently reunited band Wampus, but still produces a solo act. His independent performances make listeners think about life, cry about love or just plan feel good about themselves. There’s no doubt that this singer/songwriter has himself experienced life’s emotional roller coaster. Ed’s music resonates with empathy—hitting just the right note with his fans.
Biography written by William Hicks
Photography by Geoff Adler
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