The Band

Music that is authentic is not created by precise emulation of the style of a particular genre, but by the honest and heartfelt performance by the artist. Founded in the spring of 2009, and based in San Diego, CA, JinxKing is an American roots rock trio that performs a mix of styles that is genuine, natural and uncompromising. The band takes the spirit and power of decades of American musical ingenuity and uses it for inspiration and to fuel their originality. One style does not fit all.

Finalists in the Regional International Blues Competition hosted by San Diego Blues Lovers United, JinxKing made a strong showing with their original material and non-traditional sound at the Belly Up Tavern in October of 2009. JinxKing has also performed at the Julian Blues Festival, the Adams Avenue Street Fair, and a large variety of concerts from private parties to club dates throughout San Diego.

JinxKing performs an extensive range of songs, including originals and covers. While the band can play a variety of styles from Johnny Cash to Muddy Waters and well beyond, they refuse to sacrifice honesty in their performance to mimic other artists. There are no effect racks, synthesizers or layered tracking, just tube amps and skins for a natural sound in the true spirit of American music.

Vocalist and Bassist “Scary” Larry Teves leads the charge with an attitude that says “you will have fun, dammit”! He walks his bass with a steady rolling in the pocket feel that anchors the groove. Larry has performed with the Boogie Men, the Mississippi Mudsharks, Tomcat Courtney and Chet Cannon.

 

 

 

 

Gregg Gerson drives the rhythm of the band on drums. Gregg is an internationally acclaimed recording artist, having worked with some of the largest stars in contemporary music including Billy Idol, David Bowie, Jason Mraz, etc. Perhaps the most in demand recording and performing drummer around, when in San Diego Gregg gets his roots rock on with JinxKing!

 

 

Johnny “Guitar” Flynn defines the bands sound. With his traditional and versatile style, John plays with a clean but greasy grit. When you hear that guitar tone, you know you are on the West Coast, thank you, and you’re surprised at how good that boy can play. “Lucky” John Flynn is layering the sound with his rhythm playing, and cutting through with his jumping leads. John has performed with Kenny Shopmeyer and Delta Heat, Chet Cannon and The West Coast Boogiemen.