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John Swardson
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Minneapolis, MN -
Singing Guitarist
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13 Verified Bookings
Joe D. said “John was great. I would hire him again in the future.”
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Geoffrey M Brown
- Minneapolis, MN
- Singing Guitarist
- Travels up to 30 miles
- $100 & up
Overview
The first thing I can guarantee for your event is a good time. I play a mix of 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s pop. You will hear hits from Elvis, the Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, Elton John, Billy Joel, Jim Croce, Queen, The Rolling Stones, Jimmy Buffet(or not, you decide)...
I have entertained thousands of people touring with bands all over the US. I enjoy connecting with an audience and making people laugh, getting them to dance and creating fun memories.
11 Reviews
Mary E. G. •
October 10, 2022
I have already submitted a review. He was excellent!
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Response from Geoffrey M Brown:
Thank you so much! It was a rea pleasure playing for your family.
Mary E. G. •
August 31, 2022
Geoffrey was wonderful . He had a great playlist and played all the ones we requested. He also learned a song from Brazil in honor of the future husband who is from Brazil.
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Response from Geoffrey M Brown:
Thank you so much! Your beautiful family was a pleasure to play for!
Liz S. •
August 4, 2022
It went ok...it was kind of hard for Geoffrey to engage as people were scattered all over the boat.
He did a great job trying to mingle around.
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Response from Geoffrey M Brown:
It was a challenging gig. Having set up by the bar and then everyone moving downstairs near the (very loud) engines for dinner, and then moving everyone to the upper deck meant having to leave all my equipment and stroll without amplification. Still, working table to table and playing the many requests from the guests was fun, and I enjoyed interacting with everyone. It's always interesting to go into unknown situations with lots of variables and see how to make them work best for the audience.
Deb N. •
July 10, 2022
We had a 40th anniversary party and booked Geoffrey for the event
We had great communication prior
He arrived on time
Needed no help from us
And just played good music
Many guests commented on how much they enjoyed it
Thank you Geoffrey
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Carole C. •
June 23, 2022
One of the most engaging performers that I have ever known. Sweet and entertaining!
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Kelly K. •
June 19, 2022
I hired Geoffrey for my wedding. He preformed at the ceremony and the reception. He seamlessly transitioned his playing throughout the day/night! Everyone was so impressed by him and gave us so many compliments on the music! We really appreciate Geoffrey’s talent!
Hired as:
Acoustic Band, Singing Guitarist
Acoustic Band, Singing Guitarist
Photos from this event
Willie V. •
October 10, 2021
Geoffrey was awesome for our backyard party! A+++ Would highly recommend
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Joanie •
June 24, 2021
His personality and professionalism made it so much fun to work with him! The wedding was amazing due in part by his awesome talent! Thank you!!!
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Deanna D. •
October 23, 2016
We hired Geoffrey for a 60th surprise birthday party. He was excellent! Adapted to crowds mood very well. Took requests and mingled with guests very well. Would absolutely recommend him and would definitely hire him again.
Hired as:
Guitarist, One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Guitarist, One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Carol F. •
June 27, 2016
Geoffrey was amazing! He did a great job in leading and singing songs for a very private funeral service. He made us all feel very comfortable and we felt like he was a family friend. I would strongly recommend Geoffrey!
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Lann B. •
August 25, 2014
My sisters and I hired Geoffrey for my parents 40th Anniversary party. We were on a budget, we didn't want a large band, just a simple guitarist/singer to play our parent's generation of hits. Geoffrey was a perfect fit for our small party. He was professional and fun, engaging with the small crowd we invited. Definately recommended!
Hired as:
One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Booking Info
Price Range: $100 & up
Gig Length: 30 - 300 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
I am a very gregarious and outgoing person. I tend to engage my audiences with banter and jokes and generally enjoy giving them what they want to hear. I have been joined onstage by audience members at times to sing along with me. The nature of my act is to have fun with party-goers. I have learned specific songs upon request and am glad to adjust the era/genre of music to fit your needs.
About
I have been performing music for over thirty years. Music has been a part of my life since they stuck me in church choir at the age of three. Since then my taste in music has expanded to include not only the gospel of my roots, but also Motown, Folk, Early Music, and Rock & Roll.
I have traveled all over the US performing with the Celtic bands, The Dregs, The Brogues, Wine Woman & Song, and the Rock & Roll band, The Lost Boys. I also play in a duet with fellow musician Robin Conama playing music from the 1900s - the 1960s.
My solo act includes a mix of 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s pop hits from Simon & Garfunkel, The Del Shannons, Elvis, Elton John, Billy Joel, Jim Croce, Queen, Bon Jovi, The Indigo Girls & They Might Be Giants.
Additional Booking Notes
I am able to provide my own sound rig for small gigs. This includes a one-person P/A system that you are welcome to use for announcements and such. This rig is perfect for restaurants, small meeting spaces, a smaller ballroom or a garden party. I would recommend getting a larger rig for large ballrooms or large outside venues. I can consult with clients to determine their needs and if my rig will be sufficient.
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
| April 18, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
| September 29, 2023 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
| August 27, 2022 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Dinner Party |
| July 24, 2022 • 2:30pm - 5:30pm | Personal Occasion |
| July 14, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event |
| July 09, 2022 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Anniversary Party |
| June 18, 2022 • 5:00pm - 10:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| October 09, 2021 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | House Party |
| June 19, 2021 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| October 22, 2016 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
| June 25, 2016 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| December 04, 2015 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Wedding Engagement |
| September 05, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Minnesota Renaissance Festival |
| August 23, 2014–August 24, 2014 • 5:00pm - 12:00am | Anniversary Party |
| August 16, 2014 • 7:30pm - 10:30pm | Reunion |
Set List
Just a sampling:
Saw Her Standing There Beatles E
Nowhere Man Beatles E
I've Just Seen A Face Beatles G
Let It Be Beatles C
Yesterday Beatles C
Beatles - My Life Beatles C
You May Be Right Billy Joel A
Piano Man Billy Joel C
Billy Joel - My Life Billy Joel D
Knockin' on Heaven's Door Bob Dylan G
Blowin' in the Wind Bob Dylan C or G
The Letter Box Tops Am
Blue Suede Shoes Carl Perkins C
Southern cross Crosby Stills Nash C (start on G)
Teach your Children Crosby Stills Nash D
This Magic moment Dell Shannons C
American Pie Don Mclean G
By The Waters of Babylon Don Mclean Am
Vincent (Starry Night) Don Mclean C
Son of a Preacher Man Dusty Springfield E
Desperado Eagles G
Take It Easy Eagles G
Hotel california Eagles Bm
Sunshine Edgar Winter
Daniel Elton John C
Crocodile Rock Elton John C
It's Now Or Never Elvis C
Hound Dog Elvis C
That's Alright Mama Elvis C
Peace Love & Understanding Elvis Costello C
Lay down Sally Eric Clapton A
Hey Hey Good Lookin Hank Williams C
Mrs Brown You’ve Got alovely Daughter Hermans Hermits C
Come A little Bit Closer Jay & The Americans C
Stuck in the Middle With You Jeff Healy Band C
Bad Bad Leroy Brown Jim Croce G
Jack & Diane John Cougar G
Annie's song John Denver D
Country Roads John Denver A
Angel from Montgomery John Prine G?
I walk the Line Johnny Cash A
Ring of Fire Johnny Cash C
The Gambler Kenny Rogers E
Coward of the County Kenny Rogers C
Hallelujah Leonard Cohen C
Jeremiah Was a Bullfrog Lovin Spoonful? D
I'm a Believer Monkees G
L-O-V-E Nat Cole G
Sweet Caroline Neil Diamond C
Walkin After Midnight Patsy Cline C
Tennessee Waltz Patsy Cline C or G
Puff The Magic Dragon Peter Paul & Mary G
Leavin' On A Jet Plane Peter Paul & Mary C or G
crazy Little Thing Called Love Queen D
We Are The Champions Queen F
La Bamba Richie Valli C
Satisfaction Rolling Stones E
Pretty Woman Roy Orbison A
Feeling Groovy Simon & Garfunkel C (start on F)
America Simon & Garfunkel C
The Boxer Simon & Garfunkel C
Mrs. Robinson Simon & Garfunkel E
Hazy Shade of Winter Simon & Garfunkel F
The Joker Steve Miller Band G
House of The Rising Sun The Animals Am
My Sharona the Knack C
Me & You The Turtles Em
Good Lovin Tommy James & Shondells C
Brown Eyed Girl Van Morrison G
Moondance Van Morrison Am-Bm:ll
Where Have All The Flowers Gone Pete Seeger G
Influences & Inspiration
The Beatles
Paul Simon
Don Mclean
Cat Stevens
John Denver
Elvis Presley
Neil Diamond
Carole King
The Supremes
The Rolling Stones
Garth Brooks
Johnny Cash
Setup Requirements
Space to perform (a chair will do)
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