Global Warning!
Wednesday, January 23 2008
The new studio album "Global Warning" will be out on March 22 through AFM records.
Amazing night of metal madness!
Monday, September 24 2007
Sad day...
Saturday, September 8 2007
It is with extreme sorrow and heavy heart that we must report the tragic and untimely passing of Greg "Super-G" Marchak....our beloved friend, producer and engineer. Greg suffered an aneurysm on Thursday evening and never recovered.
This is a tragedy beyond words for all of us in JOP, his family and the many friends, bands, and musicians that had the privilege of knowing and working with such a wonderful human being.
Greg was not only an incredible person, but he was the funniest guy we knew. He made everyone laugh! The experience and enthusiasm he brought to the JOP CD's and live shows can never be duplicated. He was the glue that pulled the band and our sound together in the studio and on the road. They didn't call him Super-G for nothing! It is a loss without description. Greg was one of us and always will be!
We love you and miss you Greg. We know that you are now running the soundboard in the sky....
JOP #3 - Preproduction Complete
Wednesday, August 29 2007
Sorry for the delay in keeping our most excellent fans up to date. Between pre-production, Oliva's TSO obligations, the passing of our good friend Les Talent.....well let's just say it has been crazy.
So let's bring everyone up to speed on what's been happening.15 songs have been completed and are now in their rehearsal format for Kevin and I to begin our final preperation's before hitting Audio Lab in September. He and I will take a week apart to solidify our own idea's before spending a few final day's exchanging idea's and nailing the rythym section to the floor! Kevin and I have been writing, recording and performing together for more than 13 year's. We know how to get it done in the least possible time. But unlike the last record (without all the stupid band turmoil), we will be very well prepared and the bulk of our idea's written in stone. Of course, anything can and will happen once we hit the studio and you can expect a good 20% of our idea's to be spontaneous. We always raise a few eyebrow's at each other after some track's are finished...."Hey, where the f*ck did you come up with that"?......" I don't know, it was actually a mistake.....cool"!
Oliva and company have spent tireless hour's recording, arranging, re-arranging, and more re-arranging. At some point you just have to say "enough" and feel confident that the building block's are firmly in place............. and boy, are they in place! There is so much diversity and texture going into these songs. Some of the material will surprise your sense's and some will just make you smile knowing that Oliva's trademark stamp is still alive and well. There are some very heavy songs, and some bombastic epic's......just what you would expect from an Oliva/JOP record. Now that we have arrived at the start of JOP#3, and the machine is now 4 year's old....it run's like clock-work!.....This recording is going to the most fun and challenging yet!
The title of the CD and artwork concept are complete. AFM has approved all of our idea's with great enthusiasm. The schedule of event's for the next 4-6 weeks will be rehearsal, Drum and bass tracks recorded, and then back to rehearsal for the Bourbon Street show-Oliva's solo gig at PP-Atlanta- and our headling appearance at Prog-Power Europe on Sunday October 7. From there it is all JOP #3 until we turn in the final master to AFM by the end of November. Tentative release date is set for February 28th in Europe.....A US date has yet to be determined.
Hope you are pumped up for the next installment of JOP! We are pulling out all the stops on this one and we certainly have some crazy idea's in mind. We are going to wake-up your senses, your ear's and make you think!
Cheers to you all........See you soon!
Chris Kinder
Celebration of the life....
Wednesday, August 1 2007
The Celebration of life of Les Talent featuring:
Jon Oliva's Pain
Zak Stevens of Circle II Circle
Wade Black of Crimson Glory
Bad Neighbors
Big Brother
Moneyshot
and more.
Sunday, August 19th at Fast Eddies
5017 66th St. N.
St. Petersburg, FL.
727-547-0230
JOP set to play Bourbon St. Sept. 29, 2007
Tuesday, July 17 2007
Jon Oliva's Pain will be playing Bourbon Street in New Port Richey, FL. on Saturday, September 29th.
Aloha music-peeps,
Sunday, May 20 2007
Now that the spring touring is finally in the can, we thought it was time to update you with some detailed info on JOP #3...coming soon to a store near you! Actually it will be January/February 2008, but that's not really that far off. For JOP, the record has to be delivered by late October so we don't really have much time to dick around before we begin the high-energy, comedy filled recording sessions we all live for... (Frode, leave your evil twin in Norway...hehehe).
Now before we get into the actual record, we'll fill you in on some of our plans for this CD. AFM has picked up the option for the next release. In other words, we must have sold enough records to put some cash in AFM's pockets so they'll try another one with us and see if we can raise the roof even higher this time. We are thrilled to be working with them once again. They believed in the band, and the music and they did their jobs. It is a win-win for everyone including the fans.
So in light of that development, Oliva wanted to raise the bar with the packaging of the new disc. We have no say over the number of different releases or decisions that the label has the rights to. What we can do is try to bring something fresh and give you the fans every reason possible to go out and buy JOP's music. We have decided on a multi-media presentation that should blow everyones minds. Sorry, we can't give you the sorted details just yet, but if memory serves us right we can only think of one other band that has ever done what we are going to do for all of you. We will say this....there will be plenty of studio footage available for your viewing pleasure as well. It is our sincere intentions to bring as much of the recording experience to you as possible. Anyone who has had the chance to witness one of our sessions knows exactly what we are talking about....it's simply priceless and we could easily make a hit reality TV show out of it!.....It's that funny!
Now the Cd: We have settled on a sort of "theme" and are awaiting the official ok from AFM. It's not a concept record (yikes!) but each song will tell a story that binds it all together. It's going to be a very dark presentation! Oliva is not a happy man, and he is going to write all about it. Expect some of the darkest lyrics he has ever written, but the messages are important and real! Experimenting musically a bit more on this record seems logical for us. We all have a great many idea's to add to Oliva's already brilliant songwriting, and we are purposely going to look at anything and everything we can to make these songs as interesting as possible. Oliva's music will always sound like Oliva....so no matter what crazy idea or sound we come up with, the end result will never be sacrificed.
We are working on a 10 minute opening opus that will clearly set the tone for the rest of the CD. Currently we have 15 working titles, more Criss Oliva riffs to add and massive amounts of arrangments left to do. But the framework is there, and tonight Oliva, Kevin and I will begin the daunting task of sifting through everything we have so far...chopping, dicing, and mixing whatever is necessary to achieve another 60 minutes of magic.....as best we can. You are going to hear some things from Oliva that you probably never heard before. But that is the genius of his writing skills....he is finding new ways
to incorporate different elements but always managing to preserve his unique style.
Matt and Zahner will probably begin working with us again later this week. Pre-production at Audio should officially commence in the next month or so and once we have the final arrangements and basic recordings, Kevin and I will begin preparing to cut our tracks sometime in July or early August. JOP dealt with alot of unnecessary turmoil and anxiety during the first few weeks of the recording of MR. We will never put ourselves in that position again. Rothney and I want ample time to come up with the best performances we can.....because we know it's not going to be easy matching or beating Maniacal Renderings.....but we sure are going to try!
Get back to you all asap!....And thank's once again for believing in this band....JOP! As some of you have pationately stated, it is ALL about the music and nothing else. And if the rest of you cannot understand and accept that...then too f*cking bad for you....'cause your the one's missing out!
Cheers and beers,
Christopher Kinder
Play Guitar with the Mountain King on "Jesus Saves" live
Monday, February 19 2007
JON OLIVA'S PAIN, DIONYSUS and NOSTRADAMEUS will embark on their European spring tour beginning March 30. JOP will be heading up a series of fan contests for select shows. The first contest has begun and will give three fans/guitarists the chance to perform live on stage with the Mountain King! Official rules and regulations are listed below:
1. Contestants must make a video of themselves actually performing "Jesus Saves" live and post it on either YouTube or Google Video. This is not an air-guitar contest, so please be sure you know what you are doing.
2. Fans will be instructed to register and log onto the JOP message board. In this thread you will need to provide complete contact information, WHICH SHOW YOU WANT TO PERFORM AT and the link for JOP to review the video. The band is not going to patrol the Internet looking for you!
3. JOP will decide the winner for each show. Winners will be asked to arrive (with their guitar) and perform with the band during soundcheck. If you can really play... then you will perform.
4. Winners will receive two free tickets for that night's show (so you can bring a witness to actually verify that you performed with the Mountain King).
5. Winners will be notified by e-mail with instruction's for that day's performance.
6. It is the winner's sole responsibility to secure their own travel arrangements and guitar. Amp and cabinets will be provided.
7. JOP reserves the right to terminate the winner's possible performance if it turns out you just plain suck!
8. Deadline for entries is March 25, 2007.
Log on to www.jonoliva.net to register and post your video.
Shows for this contest are as follows:
Apr. 03 - Prattlen, SWI @ Z7
Apr. 12 - Oslo, NOR @ Johny Dee
Apr. 16 - Hamburg, GER @ Kantine
U.S. Tour
Thursday, February 8 2007
Venues and support acts for Detroit, Cleveland and Chicago have been confirmed...Now we are just looking to secure dates! Should have it wrapped up by sometime next week. Further news will be posted here.
Bay Area Rock Fest May 4th & 5th San Francisco, CA
Thursday, February 8 2007
We are please to announce that Jon Oliva's Pain will headline this year's inaugural Bay Area Rock Fest,a 2 day progressive rock and metal festival on May 4th and 5th in San Francisco, CA. with Angra and Spocks Beard
Bay Area Rock Fest will take place at The Independent in San Francisco. Tickets will go on sale February 11th at the Independent box office and through TicketWeb.com. Only 500 tickets will be made available to the public. Ticket costs will be $85.00 for the festival covering both nights. There will be a limited number of VIP sponsorships available for individual patrons. Additional sponsorships are also available.
For more information, visit www.bayarearockfest.com, www.myspace.com/bayarearockfest or the Bay Area Rock Fest forum- http://www.ultimatemetal.com/forum/bar-fest-430/. For sponsorship information please contact David@bayarearockfest.com. The Independent's website is www.theindependentsf.com
SPRING TOUR DATES OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCED
Tuesday, January 16 2007
It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that JOP can finally announce our first round of tour dates in support of MANIACAL RENDERINGS.
We are very anxious to bring this album to life in a live arena as their is always something bigger and more powerful with full-on live shows. Current setlist options will include a heavy number of songs from the new release as well as a host of Savatage classics that we have not performed on recent tours.
Don't forget the all-acoustic show on the opening night of the Pestpop festival. Those who were fortunate enough to catch this show during the summer 2006 festival tour will attest to this unique performance. We have alot of work to do to prepare for both shows...but this is what we live for as musicians.
Also, we are happy to be joined on stage for this tour with Dionysus and Nostradameus. This is an all AFM RECORDS line-up and what a great mix of music it is. We look forward to bringing the PAIN to all of you.
Thank you again for the amazing support for the new CD and all thing's JOP... Let's get it on!
03/30/2007 Klangstation, Bonn, Germany
03/31/2007 ProgPower UK Festival, Cheltenham, England
04/01/2007 De Bosuil, Weert, Netherlands
04/03/2007 Z7, Pratteln, Switzerland
04/05/2007 Noumatrouff, Mulhouse, France
04/06/2007 Burgerweeshuis, Deventer, Netherlands
04/07/2007 Rockhal, Esch/Alzette, Luxemburg
04/09/2007 Kantine, Augsburg, Germany
04/10/2007 Musikzentrum, Hannover, Germany
04/12/2007 John Dee, Oslo, Norway
04/13/2007 Sticky Fingers, Gothenburg, Sweden
04/14/2007 The Rock, Copenhagen, Denmark
04/16/2007 Markthalle, Hamburg, Germany
04/17/2007 Hirsch, Nürnberg, Germany
04/19/2007 Turock, Essen, Germany
04/20/2007 Pestpop-Festival Kickoff, Wieze, Belgium (acoustic show)
04/21/2007 Pestpop-Festival, Wieze, Belgium
Happy Holidays to all!
Tuesday, December 19 2006
To the delite and surprise of us all, Maniacal Renderings continues to hold strong on the MRC DJ Charts in Europe.
Currently ranked at #15 on the top 30, the new CD continues to gain ground and is once again rising in the charts almost 15 weeks since the European release in September.
JOP would like to thank everyone at AFM for their dedication and hard work. None of this would be possible without them!
A hearty thanks to Jorg and Dragon Productions for their hardwork for putting together our spring and summer festival/acoustic tours!
We also need to thank Kathy Tijou and Joachim Weber for their unwavering dedication to JOP. Your sacrifice and enthusiasm are sincerely appreciated.
And of course, without the fans we have nothing to celebrate. Many of you spend tireless hours promoting JOP worldwide and we are honored to call you our friends. This is a great big party for us all and nothing makes us happier than to spread the good times touring and hanging with each and every one of you. Our eternal thanks belongs to you!
Wishing everyone a great holiday/New Year and continued success for 2007!
Warm Holiday Regards,
Jon, Chris, Kevin, Matt, Shane, and John Z
Shane French endorsed by Dean Guitars
Tuesday, December 5 2006
Shane French has been added to the list of endorsees of Dean Guitars. After a brief meeting, the staff at Dean decided to endorse Shane based on his upcoming tour schedule with Jon Oliva's Pain. He will be performing live in the coming year with his new Dean Cadillac model guitar.
Shane sends his appreciation to all at Dean, especially Henry and Elliott.
2007 Tour PRESS RELEASE
Tuesday, December 5 2006
Riding the highly successful wave from the CD release "MANIACAL RENDERINGS" by JON OLIVA'S PAIN, SAVATAGE mastermind JON OLIVA and company are now deep into their aggressive tour plans for 2007. JOP is very proud to announce their partnership's with Dragon Productions, the metal division of A.S.S. Concerts, Finance-Meets-Music (FIMM-a tour financial managment firm) and Indevent Promotions.
JOP will take their show on the road for the Spring 2007 TOUR scheduled to begin late March, 2007. JOP is headlining the Prog-Power UK festival on March 31 and also confirmed to headline both the acoustic and metal shows at the PESTOP FESTIVAL on April 20-21 in Belgium. Current tour plans include France, Spain, Turkey, Scandanavia and a host of other cities in Europe. Tour dates will be announced soon!
The JOP Summer Festival run will also include their all-acoustic performances which debuted in Europe this past summer. Fans can continue to expect a heavy dose of Savatage classic's including many songs rarely performed live. The acoustic shows offer a unique opportunity for fans to hear alternate versions of Savatage/JOP songs, and the chance to learn insider history about Savatage, JOP and the late, great Criss Oliva.
The US release for MANIACAL RENDERINGS was released by Locomotive Records in November and in Europe by AFM Records. The CD continues to hold steady on the European radio charts and is receiving critical acclaim all over the globe.
All festival and concert interest should contact Jorg at schroerg@dragon-productions.com or webmaster@jonoliva.net
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Matt LaPorte solo CD
Wednesday, November 22 2006
Pre-orders are currently being taken for Matt LaPorte's solo cd entitled "Once again...with feeling" which will be ready for release early next week.
The price of the CD is $15 for orders in the US and $17 for overseas (includes shipping/handling). If you're interested in placing an order, please send an e-mail to webmaster@jonoliva.net with "Matt's CD" in the subject line and payment information will be forwarded to you.
Bourbon Street, November 25th
Monday, November 20 2006
Good-day party people...
JOP will invade Bourbon Street on November 25th to kick-off the US release of Maniacal Renderings! (which is now on sale)
Bourbon Street will be offering a 2 for 1 ticket sale to the first 100 people who have registered to their mailing list and purchase these special discount tickets. But you must be on the mailing list or you will not be eligible. The email special will be sent to everyone on Tuesday or Wednesday.
If you are planning to attend the festivities it is in your financial best interest to join up. Here is the link. Just go to the bottom right corner of the home page and register!
http://www.clubbourbonstreet.com/1.htm
Do yourselves a favor and register now!
Merchandise available at the shows will be new JOP T-shirts ($20.00), and the new CD- Maniacal Renderings ($13.00).
See you there!
Guitar auction
Friday, October 13 2006
Jon Oliva is auctioning off his red acoustic guitar which was used to write and record 'Tage Mahal, Maniacal Renderings and the upcoming 2007 TSO release. Also this guitar has traveled with JOP on tour and was used at all the acoustic shows as well!
Direct link to the auction: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320037589663
UPDATE: Sorry, Oliva thought about it and decided the guitar has to much history in it. He has decided to keep it! The auction has ended.
JOP to Headline Prog-Power EUROPE 2007
Saturday, September 23 2006
JON OLIVA'S PAIN has been confirmed as the headliner of next year's ProgPower Europe festival, set to take place October 7, 2007 in Baarlo, Holland.
Jon Oliva special at TOTALROCK.COM
Wednesday, August 23 2006
FRIDAY 25th AUGUST; THE HELLDRIVE with TWANG 3.00-6.00pm UK TIME. Repeated SUNDAY 27th AUGUST Noon-3.00pm UK Time
www.totalrock.com 'THE TRUE VOICE OF ROCK & METAL!'
"To celebrate the release of the monumental new album from JON OLIVA'S PAIN, MANIACAL RENDERINGS released in the UK on September 4th. Total Rock presents a Jon Oliva special. Twang hooked up with 'The Legendary Mountain King' himself for a major interview which takes in his years with Savatage and JOP. Timeless Epic Classic Metal. Hear tracks from the new album, 'Tage Mahal & some Savatage classics."
Meet & Greet with the Mt. King and Chris Kinder
Monday, July 24 2006
Thursday, August 3rd, The Crobar, Manette St, Soho, London. 7.00pm
Meet Jon and Chris and hear Maniacal Renderings before it's released.
Be sure to bring your cd's/lp's/pictures to sign and your photo camera!