Merry, Merry Christmas Everyone

... is the title of Jon's upcoming Christmas single.

The track can be previewed on the link below and will be available for purchase online on December 7th.

http://www.amazon.com/Merry-Christmas-Everyone/dp/B004ECCPWQ/ref=sr_1_29?ie=UTF8&qid=1291086895&sr=8-29

Jon Releasing Christmas Single

Jon will be releasing a Christmas song he wrote himself. The release date has yet to be announced.

From his Facebook/Twitter on November 10:

"Just picked the cover for the Christmas song! It's coming soon, my friends! (meaning the song...and Christmas too)"

More to come..

Self-Titled album to be Re-released and New Album Info

According to an Amazon.com listing, Orangehaus/Megaforce Records is going to re-release Jon's self-titled album under the title "The Early Recordings" at the end of March this year. The album was originally released by student-run record label Orangehause in 2004 while Jon was attending Anderson University.

You can view the listing and pre-order the album here:

http://www.amazon.com/Early-Recordings-Jon-McLaughlin/dp/B0037OA1XC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1266464153&sr=1-4


The product details says that it's going to be an Enhanced CD, so the multimedia portion of the disc might include video footage of the recording session, among other things.

The product descriptiion also mentions that Jon is set to release a new album later this year. We'll just have to wait and find out until it's confirmed by Jon and Island Records.

This is very exciting news. A new album is on the horizon and his old record label is making his earlier work become widely available so that his fans can get a glimpse of what he was like before signing with Island.

Jon on WZPL Smiley's Christmas Carol

This is a bit late, but Jon will be a special guest at WZPL's Smiley's Christmas Carol tomorrow morning at 7am, December 18 [it's almost midnight as of this posting]. I'm not sure of any other details. For those in the Indianapolis area who know about this and plan to attend... have fun!

http://www.beefandboards.com/

http://www.wzpl.com/pages/5875735.php

http://blogs.wzpl.com/hunter/2009/12/17/quickpost-200/

Tomorrow at Beef & Boards SMILEY’S CHRISTMAS CAROL — Jon McLaughlin, Subway Jared, Carl Brizzi, & Pat Carlini. Show starts at 7a

http://www.facebook.com/notes/wzpl-fm-indianapolis-z995/wzpl-smileys-a-christmas-carol-live-radio-theatre-7a-beefandboards-starring-jonm/395315035416

New Album Info and Tour Dates

This e-mail was sent by Island Records HQ with a message from Jon himself:

"Dear Friends of mine -

Well, I have been at home for the past few months doing a ton of writing for another record and it has been a really, really, really great time. Good to just get off the road for a bit and live a somewhat normal existence for a second. And I promise I'm working hard to get these songs written and recorded and out for your gentle judgment/enjoyment ASAP.

In the mean time though I have some shows coming up that I wanted to make sure all knew about - here is the list...


August 13th - Indiana State Fair - Indianapolis IN
August 15th - Parkview Field - Ft. Wayne IN
August 29th - Augustana College Centennial Hall - Rock Island IL
September 4th - Southeastern Church - Louisville KY
September 11th - Wake Forrest U. Manchester Plaza - Winston-Salem NC

So there you go! New songs will be played and therefore heard so hopefully you all can make it out - Hope the summer's going great!

-j- "

For more info on the tour dates, check his myspace. :)

Indiana State Fair - August 13, 2009

Jon McLaughlin comes back to his home state to play the Indiana State Fair
August 3, 2009
Steffani Fox

" Jon McLaughlin is a pop singer-songwriter-pianist originally from Anderson, Indiana. He has been ticking the ivories since he was a young child. While attending Anderson's Highland High School he was involved in an accident that shattered both of his wrists. It was a painful event that could have easily ended McLaughlin's career, but he persevered and picked up his love of music by studying the fine art at Anderson University.

In 2006 McLaughlin signed with Island Records and on May 1st, 2007 released his debut album, Indiana, staying true to his hometown roots and gaining radio play and widespread fandom. His song, 'Beautiful Disaster' is an emotional and poignant story about a teenage girl going through rough times and its message is relatable and resonating.

McLaughlin's second album, 'OK Now' dropped in 2008 with the popular single, 'Beating My Heart'. When touring, McLaughlin puts on intimate, yet dynamic shows and makes his fans truly feel he is singing for them. His lyrics are thoughtful and profound, yet relatable and his charisma draws the crowd to their feet.

He undoubtedly sings from the heart and in doing so, earns the hearts of his many fans (many of them right here in Indiana). So, head out to the Indiana State Fair on August 13th, grab yourself a fried Twinkie, and settle in for a new caliber of music while supporting Indiana born Jon McLaughlin.


Indiana State Fair Events on August 13th:
9 a.m. –
9 p.m. Hoosier Heritage Day activities – State Fair Boulevard
Noon –
6 p.m. Family Day Midway Special – Midway
6:30 p.m. The Daily Parade presented by National City, now part of PNC – Main Street
6:30 p.m. WFMS Indiana Entertainer Night featuring Philip Steven & the Open Road and Casey Jamerson – Celebration Park
7p.m. Indiana MusicFest presented by Metromix.com featuring Jon McLaughlin, The Elms & The Why Store – Hoosier Lottery Grandstand "

http://www.examiner.com/x-18321-Indianapolis-Concerts-Examiner~y2009m8d3-Jon-McLaughlin-comes-back-to-his-home-state-to-play-the-Indiana-State-Fair


If you're in the Indianapolis area, be sure to check out Jon live on August 13th! You can attend the concert for free if you pay the fair admission.

8/13/2009 9:30 PM at Indiana State Fairgrounds - Hoosier Lottery Grandstand - 2009 Indiana State Fair - Indiana MusicFest
1202 East 38th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46205
Cost: Free with Fair Admission

'Smack Into You' Off "OK Now"

Here's an excerpt from the Q&A section of Jon's site where he confirms the track 'Smack Into You' has been taken off the album. It could be the reason why the label pushed the album back and had to come up with a new song to include.
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Sep 6, 2008

Hey Jon -

So I read the Billboard article and saw that "Smack Into You" is no longer going to be on the new record - how come? I also noticed you took it off your myspace page...any chance it'll come out some day?

Thanks!
Lauren :)

asked by StarMesa on Sep 2, 2008 3:36pm

Hey Lauren -

Yeah so the song is off the record, yes, but the song's up for another artist to record and will be out again, promise!

But I am sorry for putting a song out there then taking it away!

Thanks Lauren - take care! -j-

answered by Jon on Sep 6, 2008 12:37am


http://www6.islandrecords.com/site/artist_newsinfo.php?artist_id=596&uf_item_id=3-1713070

You can download the track here:

http://ultimatejonmclaughlin.blogspot.com/2008/07/new-track-from-ok-now.html

Jon McLaughlin Is Ready For Some Football

Jon McLaughlin has just announced that he will continue to support his native INDIANAPOLIS COLTS with a few AWESOME appearances throughout the season!

The first dates have just been announced. Jon will be performing the National Anthem on September 21st at the Colts game against Jacksonville.
He will return with his full band on November 2nd perform the half time show against the New England Patriots! He is currently rolling across the country on his headlining tour.

July
29 San Francisco , CA GAMH
30 San Diego , CA Belly Up

August
2 Phoenix , AZ The Brickhouse
4 Dallas , TX House of Blues
5 Austin , TX Stubbs
6 Houston , TX Warehouse Live
8 New Orleans/Kansas City Parish
9 Memphis , TN Newby's
10 Nashville , TN Exit Inn
22 Atlanta , GA Georgia Tech

Source: www.antimusic.com

Jon McLaughlin Readies New Album

Published June 17, 2008

Singer/songwriter/pianist Jon McLaughlin is previewing material from his forthcoming album during a coast-to-coast US tour.

The pop-rocker, who's been on the road since early June, will finish out the month with a couple of shows in his native Indiana and a Los Angeles gig opening for British singer/songwriter Duffy. He'll start up again July 10 in Boston and make his way across the US, playing clubs and theaters through late August. Details are listed below.
McLaughlin is gearing up for the Aug. 19 release of "OK Now," his sophomore set for Island Records. The lead single, "Beating My Heart," impacted the Hot AC radio format last week and is streaming at the performer's MySpace page.

The new record follows McLaughlin's 2007 major-label debut, "Indiana," which saw a huge spike in sales after he performed "So Close" at February's Academy Awards ceremony, according to a press release. McLaughlin sang that Oscar-nominated song in the Disney movie "Enchanted."

He also got plenty of exposure last year, touring with Sara Bareilles, Paolo Nutini and Kelly Clarkson, and performing on CBS-TV's "The Bold & the Beautiful" and NBC's "Today" and "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno."

Source: www.livedaily.com

Jon A Crowd-Pleaser, Even In Rain

Thursday, June 05, 2008

BEAVERCREEK — Rain and thunder didn't stop Jon McLaughlin from taking the stage at The Greene on Wednesday, June 4.

More than 800 concert-goers filled the Greene's town square despite the wet grass.

Extras"It actually turned out perfect, even with the weather," Kelli Kooken, The Greene's director of marketing, said. "We had one little downpour and there was a break, but people came out and still enjoyed it."

The Oscar-nominated artist rocked the stage and performed new songs and music from his first major label album, "Indiana." The alternative singer-songwriter and pianist made his silver screen debut in "Enchanted" last summer and performed at the Academy Awards in February.

Sam Coffey and Randy Miller, both 19-year-old Waynesville residents, were at The Greene by 4 p.m. to ensure their front-row seats, even though McLaughlin was scheduled to take the stage at 8 p.m.

"He is an incredible live performer," Coffey said. "It was a very energetic show."

Though the opening local band, Northmont, got a late start and a 30-minute rain delay cleared the green space, concert-goers came back.

"I'm going to stay until Jon McLaughlin comes out," Holly Gebert, 25, of Beavercreek, said. "It's only rain."

The Indiana heartthrob got a late start too, but it was well worth the wait. His power ballads and piano solos were crowd-pleasers.

"He is an amazing piano player," Allyssa Oney, 16, of Dayton, said. "He has so much feeling when he plays."

His 50-minute set included his new song "Beating My Heart," which debuted on radio stations Monday, June 2.

Source:www.daytondailynews.com