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Johnathan Coody - Vocals, Guitar, Harmonica, Keys

Jeffrey Haineault - Drums, Percussion

Jacob Sparks - Bass

Thad Megow - Guitar

Writing the perfect song isn't easy, but Ninja Gun singer/songwriter Johnathan Coody makes it seem that way. Combining melodies influenced by the likes of Tom Petty and Ray Davies with the lyrical insight of Hank Williams and Paul Westerberg, Ninja Gun have been crafting original, pop-rock gems for going on 10 years now.

Adept at navigating textured, dynamic soundscapes, Ninja Gun's form is flawless. Combining the best moments of pop radio with the untapped energy of punk rock, Coody draws from a wide spectrum of influence. Raised on a south Georgia hog farm, his songs reflect not only his heritage, but a proclivity for melody. With great care for detail, Coody is backed by a solid band whose finely honed propensity for pefected hooks often leads them into uncharted sonic territory - catchy, enduring, and uniquely southern.

On their latest studio offering, Roman Nose, Ninja Gun has, once again, managed to reproduce the songwriting quality and production values found on their last, critically acclaimed album, Restless Rubes. The new EP kicks off with a beachy-syle, summer protest jam named, "That's Not What I Heard". On "Hot Rain" Ninja Gun have captured the stifling nature of South Georgia's humid summers and also the unanswered questions of their small hometown of Valdosta, GA. The album closes with the lush, string-laden "Roman Nose" - a hauntingly beautiful tale about a songwriter in love who has to sell his own instrument to buy an engagement ring. This is an album full of solid songwriting and enough psychedelic-era influence to draw beatles-esque comparisons. Ninja Gun is an elemental force that demands attention and with this new record, they fail to disappoint.

"Unapologetically classic power-pop... a loving re-imagination of some of the finest rock radio of the 70's and 80's [...] 4 out of 5 stars." - Alternative Press

"Fantastic, warm, rural rock." - Wonka Vision

"Beautifully executed, roots-based rock with hooks that would make Brian Wilson jealous." - AMP Magazine

"In both practice and execution Ninja Gun have created the closest thing to a perfect record I've heard this year [...] 4.5 out of 5 stars." - Punknews.org

"A burst of pure, joyful power-pop."- Popmatters.com

"One of the best underground CDs I have heard all year." - Blogcritics.com / Brokenheadphones.com

"The best album this year you haven't heard of, and - believe me - Ninja Gun has a potential to become huge." - Backpackrock.net

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Phone: (415)690-3470
Fax: (415)840-0030
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