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andvaroi
Andvaroi
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Dying (early demo)
Andvaroi is the stage name for John O. Smith, a poet, musician and re-enactor. The weapon of choice for Andvaroi, is an old folk instrument called an autoharp. With this "box of 30-some strings that ring", Andvaroi plays a cross genre style of music; Some folk, some celtic, rock and many things in between. Andvaroi doesn't play his autoharps in what some would call the traditional style, as he plays it like several instruments at once, playing more that one part at a time.
Why this name?
Andvaroi, is a part of my character name when I am doing Viking Re-enactments.
Do you play live?
I play live at several Renaissance festivals in OH,KY, as well as several live gigs in OH.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
While it does make illegal downloading and copying of music easier, the internet makes for a whole new and varied experience for the listener.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
No, as I feel they try to control too much of the creative process that is what art is all about.
Band History:
After a layoff of some quarter-century, I have taken what I have learned from the bands I have worked in the 70's. I am a former member of a very successful cover band, and a skilled sound man who has worked with such blues legends as Willie Pooch and the Upsetters. I have also worked with such Celtic bands as Vinegar Hill.
Your influences?
Bob Seger, The Eagles, Molly Hatchet, Johnny Cash, Enigma, Lynard Skynard, Clannad, Iona,Bryan Bowers,Big and Rich, Bill Monroe, Flatt and Scruggs, Charlie Daniels, Chieftains,Del McCoury, David Bowie,Diamond Rio, Enya, Grateful Dead, Hank Williams, Harry Chapin, Keith Whitley, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, and so many others.
Favorite spot?
The hills of western KY, where I was born.
Equipment used:
Oscar Schmidt autoharps, Dean Markley pickups, Kustom amps.