The Story Behind the Song: I've always been fascinated with the old steam boats travelling up and down the mighty Mississippi. By 1830, there were twelve hundred of them moving bales of cotton, rice, timber , tobacco and molasses up and down the river. As cities passed ordinances against gaming houses in town, gambling moved to the unregulated waters of these steam ships. Showboats became popular at the turn of the century. Floating barges, pushed by tugboats, featured plays with added music and dance at stops along the waterways. Jazzman Louis Armstrong even played on these Mississippi steamers. So here's to all the captains out there. My song, my ticket, my relentless inquiry to work on your boat! 🌹
Photo by: Paul D Materiuk
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The Story Behind the Song: I wrote this 'one man blues tune' a while back out on Vancouver Island. Luv performing it during these 'dog days of summer'. Joining me on 'All Night Long' is Gord Maxwell on backup vocals, Chas Williams on dobro & Andreas Schuld on acoustic guitar and bass 🌹
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The Story Behind the Song: It's about time I introduce the fabulous musicians behind me on this swing tune 'Table For One'. A romantic tale of 'separation by distance' from a loved one. Players with 'me' on vocals & electric guitar are Gord Maxwell (bg vocals) Rene Worst (acoustic bass) Chris Nordquist (drums) Graeme Coleman (piano) Drew Jureka (violin) & Andreas Schuld (electric & acoustic guitars). This is from my most recent album 'Waltz of the Blues'. 🌹 Painting by: Roman Fedosenko
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Johann Löwenberg releases Waltz of the Blues his fourth studio album, available September 20th 2018. He puts his best foot forward on these tracks of jazz, swing, gospel and rockabilly. Löwenberg once again hooked up with Andreas Schuld of Vancouver B.C., this time with a group of very fine jazz m...The Story Behind the Song: When I was a youngster, my father had hung a 'Ship on a Stormy Sea' painting on the wall down in our basement. He came over from Europe as a teenager on such a ship. I often found him staring at this work of art, reminding himself of the life lessons he experienced during that time of his life. I would sometimes put myself right there on the high seas with him just to feel the wind in my face and the fear of the unknown. 🌹
Painting by: Marek Ruzyk
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The Story Behind the Song: This was our backyard during our stay near Whitehorse Yukon with a breathtaking view of the 'Land of the Midnight Sun'. We wanted to get a shot by my favourite tree before the storm came in. Weather changes at the drop of a hat up there in 'North Country'. This landscape was captured during the 'Summer Solstice' ten o'clock at night. Quite a remarkable experience and right here in our beloved Canada. 🌹
Photo by Eva Vera Marie
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The Story Behind the Cover: I was visiting my friend Paul in a remote area of Manitoulin Island. He's a fine photographer by trade and we were discussing my upcoming album cover. I wanted something reminiscent of the old jazz photos from the 30's & 40's. He opened an old vintage Japanese camera case which he picked up for five bucks at a local garage sale. The most interesting "Diamond Super Titler" kit was a table top apparatus used to shoot credit rolls for the old 8mm & 16mm films of the day. He set up two halogen bulbs above my head as I sat in front of a black background. They were heating up fast and we were worried they might blow. Thankfully, he got the shot rather quickly. 🌹
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Had a fabulous time up in Orrilia. Even got to try out some of the new tunes. Thanks everyone for the love 🌹
Photo by: Alan Bunn
Another trip around the sun and once again heading north to the marvelous Geneva Park in Orillia for a springtime gig. Going on sixteen years now. I've always found it to be the perfect spot to clear the head and put pen in hand for some honest reflection. So much to be grateful for. 🌹
Photo by: James Hsuen
Welcome to my Bandcamp sales centre to listen to and purchase tracks from my recent albums 'Echoes of the Road' and 'Waltz of the Blues'. CD's are also available upon request. Digitally remastered recordings from 'days gone by' to be available this coming fall. 🌹
Johann Löwenberg. Toronto, Ontario.
Performance at “The Palais Royale”
NewsJohann Löwenberg performs his song ‘At the Palais Royale‘ with Jim John and his Swing Shift Big Band at the famous dance hall’s Valentines Big Band Dance. February 2019, Toronto, Ontario.
Waltz of the Blues
NewsWALTZ OF THE BLUES Official Release September 20th 2018 ‘Land of the Midnight Sun’ Johann Löwenberg releases Waltz of the Blues his fourth studio album, available September 20th 2018. He puts his best foot forward on these tracks of jazz, swing, gospel and rockabilly. Löwenberg once again hooked up with Andreas Schuld of Vancouver B.C., this time with a […]
Johann on Bandcamp
NewsVisit Johann Löwenberg on Bandcamp with an invitation to listen to the complete songs off his new album. Waltz of the Blues by Johann Löwenberg
Performing at Freetimes Café
NewsJohann Löwenberg performs ‘Angel of Mine‘ live at Freetimes Café, May 2016
Echoes of the Road Review
NewsSubmitted by Cashbox on Mon, 01/23/2017 – 02:54 Submitted by Don Graham Toronto singer songwriter Johann Löwenberg has released a 10 set CD of original songs that is a collection of some of his best work. Well crafted songs describing his life journey with a beautiful production and rich , heartfelt, honest vocals. The album […]
At the Toronto Peace Conference
NewsJohann Löwenberg performs at Toronto Peace Conference, June 2015 with Sal Devita on bass. ‘Mirabeau Bridge‘ music & lyrics (c) Sam Larkin, all rights reserved.
Echoes of the Road
News“ECHOES OF THE ROAD” Official Release June 20th 2016 ‘Summer Solstice’ ALL ABOARD! Johann Löwenberg releases Echoes of the Road his third studio album, available June 20th 2016. Lowenberg travelled to Vancouver B.C. to record with producer extraordinaire Andreas Schuld. “It was a pleasure to work with such an accomplished musician/arranger” says Lowenberg, adding that “we have […]