About The Songwriter
Jim Miller is a songwriter, guitarist, and singer who has been active on the Chicago music scene for many years. His upbringing has given him the ability to compose and arrange songs drawing from influences of iconic bands from the British invasion to Motown and Nashville. "I have a wide variety of musical tastes" he said. "Growing up in Chicago in a house filled with relatives from the south gave me a unique perspective on music. Family would always gather in our tiny flat and listen to Gospel and Country music after a great meal. Later, the younger kids would listen to Led Zeppelin, Grand Funk, and Cream.
"Most of the music I write can be stripped down and sound good on just an acoustic guitar. Usually, my original ideas start with a bluesy, country feel. Big guitars, bass and drums are always an afterthought. " Jim also states that even though he's primarily a guitarist, his fascination has always been with unique voices and harmonies. Soul singers Sam Cooke and Otis Redding, along with rock singers Paul Rodgers, Steve Walsh, Lou Gramm, and Steve Perry are his main influences. "Anyone who can bring a soulful side to a song gets my attention" he said.
When writing a song, Jim approaches it like watching a movie. "I'm a very visual person. I picture everything I'm writing about and try to capture what I'm visualizing through lyrics and music". Storylines for his songs have to do with personal experiences , some pleasant, others, heart wrenching. "Songwriting has taught me a lot about myself", he explains. "I've lived through just about everything I write, and have to go to a few dark places to get what's needed for a song."
Jim's hope for the future includes writing, co-writing and arranging music for other artists. His Red Monday compilation demonstrates an ability to write in various musical styles. He also sees his music as a perfect fit for T.V. and movie soundtracks. "The best outcome from this CD would be to reach an audience through both audio and visual media who appreciate great melodies and harmonies. Sharing your music is sharing a very personal part of yourself, he said. "Hopefully, people will enjoy who I am and what I'm about. "
Contact: Redmondaymusic@gmail.com
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Red Monday LIVE!
STAR BAR, 10139 S. Harlem Ave., Chicago Ridge, Il
Red Monday @ Q Bar - Darien
Friday, July 10, 2015 Fri, Jul 10, 2015
Q Bar, 8109 S. Cass Ave, Darien
Red Monday @ Tailgator's - Bolingbrook
Thursday, June 18, 2015 Thu, Jun 18, 2015
Tailgator's, 431 West Boughton Road, Bolingbrook
Red Monday @ Ballydoyle - Downers Grove
Thursday, May 14, 2015 Thu, May 14, 2015
Ballydoyle Irish Pub, 5157 Main Street, Downers Grove
Red Monday @ The Chicago Loop - Streamwood
Saturday, April 4, 2015 @ 9:00PM Sat, Apr 4, 2015 @ 9:00PM
The Chicago Loop, 7 W. Streamwood Blvd, Streamwood
Original Band Showcase Night at The Chicago Loop featuring Red Monday plus 3 other original rock acts.
Red Monday Live
Saturday, August 9, 2014 @ 9:00PM Sat, Aug 9, 2014 @ 9:00PM
Wire, 6815 W. Roosevelt Road, Berwyn IL
Red Monday CD Release Party
Red Monday Official CD Release Party (Open To The Public).
Time (It's About Time) Video Release
Saturday, July 12, 2014 @ 9:00PM Sat, Jul 12, 2014 @ 9:00PM
Time (It's About Time) Single Release
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The Jam Lab, 9234 W. 47th Street, Brookfield, IL
Single and Video Release Party featuring the first-ever live performance of Red Monday. This is an invitation-only, private street team event. Interested in becoming a member of the street team? Sign up!