Disillusion – 2021
John Recorded Disillusion in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania at Big Riff Studio. This song inspires memories of the great rat pack icons and shows a different dimension to John’s vocal persona from his belting blues with a sultry voyage into jazz.
Vocals, Lyrics, Melody: John Merx
Guitars and Bass: Ronnie Rhoads
Drums:
Joe Mohn, Jr
Piano and strings:
Chris Novak
Recorded, mixed,
and mastered by Ronnie Rhoads at Big Riff Studio
Music Arranged by
Ronnie Rhoads at Big Riff Studio
I Am Real – 2020
John recorded this song in North Philadephia at Stehreo Records with longtime friend and collaborator Adam Stehr. Released in March of 2020, this song celebrates the pieces of life that feel right, no matter how hard it gets. Set your ego at the door. Be real.
Lyrics and Vocals by John Merx
Music and Arrangement by Adam Stehr
Mixed and Recorded by Adam Stehr, Stehreo Records
Organ by Leo Napier
Mastered by Nathan Kipp, Black Oak Studios
Central Pennsylvania Music Podcast Season 3, Ep 2.
John vibes on music history, creating the Central Pennsylvania Music Podcast…the origin story…and then Bret Michaels of Poison vs. Norm from Cheers.
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Darker with Daniel E25
John makes Daniel sweat. Talks about growing the music industry. Why he likes butter. Daniel laughs at least twice.
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