John Cox
John Cox is the son of a quarryman and a piano - guitar - fiddle playing mother. Born and raised in Chico Texas (population 800) he met Sandee Richey in first grade and the two developed a friendship that would extend through their teens. In high school, John studied trumpet and fiddle, but, after discovering Aerosmith and Led Zeppelin, he was sold on guitar. The instrument was particularly useful for impressing girls - especially one girl - Sandee.
John's early bands toured Texas. They had little more to sustain themselves than guitars and the fiery ambition of red-blooded teenage rock stars. Sometimes a man has to loose himself before he can find his true self. John dove head first into the process of loosing himself. He attended college, delved into eastern mysticism, and narrowly escaped the clutches of a cult. Finally, he returned to Chico, married Sandee, and started a Bible study group. This was the first small step on a life long walk with Christ that grows daily for John, Sandee, and their six children.
They moved to Nashville where John's talent as a songwriter, vocalist, guitarist, and performer became evident. He recorded a critically acclaimed CD titled Sunny Day and hit the road supporting Petra. John presented himself for what he is; a man in love with God and family possessing a timeless musical and artistic sensibility. The audiences responded to his heartfelt performances and open, honest ministry.
John's new independently produced CD 80 Years is musically compelling, intense, hard edged acoustic rock; Vertical Horizon meets Train meets Led Zeppelin. The lyrics are searching, encouraging and uplifting. They spring from John's deep sense of intimacy and love of Christ; something people can connect with. Noticeably missing are the blissed out, in your face, preachy clichés characteristic of today's formulaic, high gloss pop. The songs sneak up on you and gently capture your heart. The more you listen, the more you like. 80 Years is the beautifully simple, authentic, guitar driven stuff of real life. It is John Cox; an artist who has found himself and is fighting to create his slot not find one. |
