Jo-Anne Carlson is a professional singer/songwriter, with a wide range of cover music from the 50s to the present in her repertoire. Her original songs are popular and thought-provoking, and she loves to be the light of the party. She has composed songs for clients, and performed backing vocals for a variety of albums. Jo-Anne brings an electric experience to every show, whether playing guitar or keyboards, and the crowd always asks for more!
We love Joanne! Her performance was a beautiful compliment and backdrop to our ceremony and reception. Everyone commented on how beautiful the whole day was and she was a significant part of that.
Response from Singer Songwriter / Acoustic Guitar:
Thank you! It was my pleasure. :)
Professional, punctual, and super talented. Everyone loved how she set the atmosphere and made the 90's theme complete with a great choice of music.
Response from Singer Songwriter / Acoustic Guitar:
Sam - it was my pleasure, thank you!!!
Jo-Anne
We couldn’t have asked for a better artist for our celebration. It was my husbands 50th so she played covers from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s with her own talented spin. All of our guests loved her! Can’t wait to have her back again! It felt like having a dear friend here. 😊
Response from Singer Songwriter / Acoustic Guitar:
Jen - it was such a pleasure being a part of your celebration! Thanks for having me! :)
Photos from this event
Oh my goodness...I had a 60th Birthday party in my backyard. The theme, "Make Tacos, Not War", we dressed in the 50's and Jo played 60's and 70's music. She was absolutely wonderful and worked with us when we needed to make announcements. She was one of the Highlights of my Birthday Bash!
Response from Singer Songwriter / Acoustic Guitar:
Charolett - it was a pleasure playing at your party. Thanks so much for having me and I'm so happy I could help make your day special! :)
Jo-Anne did a great job at our event. Will be hiring her again in the future.
She sung so well and we are looking forward to having her perform again for us!
Response from Singer Songwriter / Acoustic Guitar:
Alexa - thank you! It was a pleasure and I can't wait to perform again. :)
Fantastic! Learned 2 songs in 48 hours and sounded like she had known them for years. Will definitely call again!
Response from Singer Songwriter / Acoustic Guitar:
Thanks so much, Jim! It was an honor to be a part of this event.
Price Range: $50 - $500
Gig Length: 15 - 180 minutes
Languages: English, Spanish
This performer is fully equipped for an event. If equipment is needed for a gig, it will be provided by the performer, including sound.
Jo-Anne has been writing songs for years. The guitar is the perfect foil for the power, sensuality and feeling behind the vocals. Her song lyrics range from sentimental to serious; the sound from rock to blues and beyond. The cover songs are a unique blend of the unexpected. There is something for everyone – she never disappoints.
I can bring my own equipment.
| May 31, 2024 • 4:30pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| February 19, 2023 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Birthday Party |
| July 23, 2022 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
| June 04, 2022 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
| December 31, 2021 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm | Surprise |
| June 27, 2021 • 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Winery |
| May 29, 2021 • 2:30pm - 4:30pm | Wedding |
| June 28, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Weekly/Recurring Performance |
| April 06, 2019 • 8:00pm - 8:15pm | Personal Occasion |
| November 27, 2018 • 12:00pm - 12:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| November 09, 2018 • 7:30pm - 8:00pm | Paint Live 2018 |
| June 20, 2018 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Emory University Hospital Winship - Midtown |
| June 18, 2018 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Emory University Hospital Winship - St. Joseph |
Original songs - up to 15, if needed
My cover set list is quite long, but the cover songs include artists such as:
3 Doors Down
Aerosmith
Alanis Morissette
Allman Brothers
The Beatles
Bill Withers
Billy Joel
Bob Seger
Bon Jovi
Bonnie Raitt
Cindy Lauper
CCR
Coldplay
David Bowie
David Gray
Dave Matthews Band
Diana Krall
Dolly Parton
Duran Duran
Eagles
Elton John
Eric Clapton
Five for Fighting
Fleetwood Mac
Isley Brothers
Janis Joplin
Johnny Cash
Joni Mitchell
K.T. Tunstall
King Harvest
Led Zepplin
Lenny Kravitz
Maroon 5
Matchbox 20
Melanie Safka
Melissa Etheridge
Metallica
Nazareth
Neil Diamond
Nickelback
Nina Simone
Nirvana
No Doubt
Otis Redding
Peter Gabriel
The Police
Prince
R.E.M.
Rascal Flatts
Roberta Flack
Rod Stewart
Rolling Stones
Roy Orbison
The Animals
The Cranberries
The Mamas & Papas
Third Eye Blind
Tina Turner
Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
Tonic
Tracy Chapman
Train
Trisha Yearwood
U2
Van Morrison
ZZ Top
The influences range from psychedelic rock and country to modern day rock, metal, folk.
A place to sit or stand. I bring everything else.
Nashville, TN 
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