John Connolly is a gutsy songwriter with a strong stage presence.

In the spring of 2010, John travelled to Nashville to record an album with legendary Nova Scotia-born producer Brian Ahern (Emmylou Harris, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash). This album, "The Wind", is now available on itunes or from Sandbar Music .

Recounting the story of the album, John says "I started going to Nashville in 2008 to work on the craft of songwriting. When I was there, I approached Brian Ahern because I love his work as a producer. We struck up a friendship and when the time came for me to record, I called on Brian. He opened the doors of his studio to me. It was an incredible experience working with Brian and his longtime engineer, Donivan Cowart. Surrounded by vintage gear in a funky Nashville mansion, we recorded 'The Wind.'"

John has received five PEI Music Awards, shared the stage with likes of Joel Plaskett, Cuff The Duke, Gordie Sampson and showcased at the ECMAs, Contact East and the Music PEI International Showcase.

He was honoured to perform at the 2010 Olympics and to musical direct the Opening Ceremonies of the 2009 Canada Games.

John will be on the road for a large part of the next year in support of "The Wind".

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