Jonny Yen
Jonny Yen has been putting music into the world since the late '90s. The Jonny Yen collective is always me (Steve M.), along with other contributors. So far I've worked with my former bandmates 'Mojo' Hamilton (Bass), 'The Dingo' (Drums and Guitars) and DJ Long (Programming).
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Back in the day I played guitars live both as a band member (Loose End) and a solo artist. Live shows covered alt rock, folk rock, grunge, and punk. I played several times at the Talking Heads (Southampton, UK) -- including their monthly showcase -- and at the George Inn (Andover, UK). I think the showcase gig was the highlight, everything just clicked that night. More recently I've been playing drums (Hoarfrost/Set in Stone) and we've gigged a few times.
Your musical influences
James, Jesus Jones, Sonic Youth, Add N to (X), Goldfrapp, Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode, Utah Saints, Saint Agnes, KMFDM, Beck
What equipment do you use?
Instruments: Squier Jagmaster, Reverend Spacehawk, Fender Jaguar, Yamaha APX-7A, Arturia Drumbrute Impact, random cheap bass, Gretsch Catalina Maple fusion drum kit.
Effects: RAT, Little Big Muff, Luminary V2, GT-001
DAW & VST: FL Studio, Sytrus, GMS, Foley samples, and vintage sounds.
Anything else?
I started out in the South of Engalnd, moved to Australia, and now hides out in America's Southwest.
