SEEKING
Band to Join, Vocalist, Vocalist - Soprano, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums, Other Percussion, Keyboard, Piano, Background Singer, Mandolin, Vocalist - Alto, Upright bass, Cello, Ukulele.ABOUT
Hello Grand Rapids! Just about a year ago I moved here from Seattle, and I've been getting to know the local music community.
I'm a vocalist who plays a little piano (mostly chords/ comping/songwriting).
For the last couple of years I've been dabbling as a lyricist and songwriter. I've already been fortunate to connect with some great songwriters and musicians to collaborate with and record songs, and I'm always up for meeting more folx in this vein. If you like the originals I've posted here and want to talk about working together, let me know!
Current dream project? A Wailin' Jennys-type female vocalist collaboration.
Before covid I used to front some local blues/soul/jazz bands in Seattle. Now as things open up, I’m really just interested in finding other music makers who are more interested in fun, friendship, and connection than they are in performing. I'm not opposed to gigging if it feels right, but I'm definitely of the mind of connection and fun first.
If you don't have a paid account and want to message me, I can be contacted at mosbyjaye at gee mail. More tracks at mosbyjaye dot com.
- Screen name:
- MJaye
- Member since:
- Aug 28 2021
- Active within 24 hours
- Level of commitment:
- Committed
- Years playing music:
- 20
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- 1 time per week
Influences
All over the board - and too many artists/bands to name here. I tend to gravitate towards the classics, and I love a rich voice with character.
Some loves:
Brandi Carlile, Carole King, Regina Spektor, The Wailin' Jennys, The Civil Wars, Sara Bareilles, Patty Griffin, First Aid Kit, Indigo Girls, Nina Simone, Eva Cassidy, Lake Street Dive, Sharon Jones, Etta James, Aretha, Susan Tedeschi, Bonnie Raitt, Dianne Reeves, Diana Krall
And so much more...
Instrument experience:
- Vocalist:
- Expert
- Vocalist - Alto:
- Expert
- Vocalist - Soprano:
- Advanced
- Background Singer:
- Moderate
- Vocalist - Tenor:
- Intermediate
EQUIPMENT
Portable Fender PA system and high quality mic with stand.
MUSIC
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Again and Again - original, first draft
Again and Again - original, first draft
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Blood From a Stone (original with Jeff Oxford)
Blood From a Stone (original with Jeff Oxford)
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(Promise I Will) Love You Still - Original by Mosby Jaye and Jeff Oxford
(Promise I Will) Love You Still - Original by Mosby Jaye and Jeff Oxford
Music and guitar: Jeff Oxford Lyrics and vocals: Mosby Jaye Cello: Polina Faustova
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Fruitless - new version
Fruitless - new version
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Memory Lane demo (original with Andrei Sorokin)
Memory Lane demo (original with Andrei Sorokin)
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Carry Me Back demo (original with Andrei Sorokin)
Carry Me Back demo (original with Andrei Sorokin)
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Dreaming in Blue - demo and in production
Dreaming in Blue - demo and in production
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Alright Now - Original by Mosby Jaye
Alright Now - Original by Mosby Jaye Genre: Americana
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Breaking the Chain - Original by Mosby Jaye
Breaking the Chain - Original by Mosby Jaye Genre: R&B
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Melacholy Blue - Original by Mosby Jaye
Melacholy Blue - Original by Mosby Jaye Genre: Blues
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What Would I Say to You - Original Song (rough GB demo)
What Would I Say to You - Original Song (rough GB demo)
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Love Me Like a Man
Love Me Like a Man Genre: Blues
Cover of Bonnie Raitt tune
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Midnight in Harlem
Midnight in Harlem Genre: Blues
Cover of Tedeschi Trucks Band tune
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When a Woman's Had Enough
When a Woman's Had Enough Genre: Blues
Cover of Shemekia Copeland tune
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Moondance
Moondance
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Unchain My Heart
Unchain My Heart
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All of Me
All of Me
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Wade in the Water
Wade in the Water
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Good Morning Heartache
Good Morning Heartache
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Waking Up Slow
Waking Up Slow
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What a Difference a Day Makes
What a Difference a Day Makes
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My Favorite Things
My Favorite Things
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On the Sunny Side of the Street
On the Sunny Side of the Street