John Ivey was born in the Midwest and has lived in Australia, Hawaii, California and the Pacific North West. This blend of cultures is reflected in the stylistic diversity of the music that he writes. A self-taught guitar and harmonica player, John’s upbeat music and introspective lyrical style has been described as “Jack Johnson meets 90’s rock.” John received some formal teaching in music theory at UCLA, but the majority of his knowledge of music comes from playing with many talented musicians over the years.
2024 saw John perform 96 shows at Southern Oregon’s Wineries, Taverns and Lodges. John performs as a solo artist, and as the front and lead guitar for both the duo and trio versions of “The John Ivey Band.”
2025 has been an amazing year so far with 16 shows so far and about 30 more already on the calendar it is shaping up to be a banner year! I also post my shows as “events” on the John Ivey Band Facebook page with maps and venue contact information
Hi Friends! Please join me for a very special music night at Phoodery in Phoenix April 4th 6-8PM. I am excited to be playing at this fun, hip venue and I have been asked to prepare an all-original set for the performance! Phoodery has a wide variety of awesome food and drinks with a super friendly staff. I have a great show lined up for you, so be sure to mark you calendar. I am so grateful to the awesome people in the Phoenix and Talent areas whom show up faithfully to my local shows; come early to get a table as these gigs fill up quickly.
https://www.facebook.com/JohnIveyBand FB page
I am making a return appearance at this popular Talent watering-hole Feb 28th 5-7:00PM
Trium is an artist’s dream to play; it is a small intimate venue where people come to listen to the music. As a performer, I respond to the energy in the room and shows like this can be epic!
John Ivey live at Callahan’s Mountain Lodge, Ashland 5:00-8:00PM
Looking for a fun, romantic evening, amazing food and great music…maybe create that perfect moment…a special anniversary or birthday? … I got you covered! Spacious log cabin resort feel with big fireplaces where the staff serves up seriously delicious food, local wines and custom drinks!
John Ivey – live in Ashland at Belle Fiore May 14th 5-7PM
If you have never been to this amazing vineyard, you have a wonderful surprise in store! Close your eyes and picture a beautiful country villa in Tuscany, Italy… ahhh Bella! Experience the beautiful venue, the incredible food and the amazing wines, all served by a top notch staff!
I have put together my favorite original and covers for 2 hours of upbeat, positive and romantic light-rock songs with awesome vocals, toe tapping drum tracks and melodic guitar solos. Can’t wait to see you there!
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John Ivey 2023
John Ivey 2023
John Ivey 2023
I am so grateful to be able do what I love with people that I love in a town that I love! Thank you
– John Ivey
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