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    Easy on the Eyes
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    A Little Sexy's Alright
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    A Little Sexy's Alright
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http://www.reverbnation.com/gregbowman
Pittsburgh Connection
I lived in Pittsburgh for 25 years, from 1970-1995
was a member of the musicians union & gigged with numerous local talent
Favorite Pittsburgh musicians/performers
I played with Kenny Blake, Jerry Melega, Danny Donahue,
Robbie Klein, Howard Bennett to name a few. Honestly I can't remember them all
Favorite Jazz Radio or media station
WDUQ & (L A Jazz TV who is about to play the video I'm working on right now)
Favorite Pittsburgh Jazz Venue
In my Day The Stage Door in Oakland with Spyder Rondelli on Drums
About Me:
My last CD " A Little Sexy's Alright "got a 6 out of 7 star review by The Nashville Music Guide under Jazz/Blues
I currently live in Myrtle Beach, SC
My original Music has been played on stations all over the world including satellite radio.
I attended The University of Pittsburgh !970-73. Started my musical journey in a band signed to Mercury Records called Seneca Trail. King Solomon was the next which included Jerry Melega, Howard Bennett, Kenny Blake, Skinny Bishop, Debbie Asbury & Martin Solomon.
During my time in Pittsburgh I did Radio & TV jingles including Pittsburgh Pirate Theme, Cochran Pontiac & many others I don't remember
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At 5:07pm on December 8, 2010, Kennard Roosevelt Williams said…
Thanks for the add Greg. It's nice to meet you. Your music is great; I've enjoyed listening.

Kennard
At 7:04am on November 30, 2010, Gansta Marcus gave Greg Bowman a gift
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What up, check out the music. add if you like
At 11:44pm on November 28, 2010, Barbara Ray said…
You are welcome .. my pleasure, indeed.

May you also have a Happy Holiday and a great and prosperous New Year!

Ms. B
At 5:19pm on November 28, 2010, Mark Koch said…
Hi Greg,
How are you?
Its been a long time, hope things are going well.
I'm going to check your myspace site.
Take care
Mark
At 3:33pm on November 28, 2010, Ken Smelko said…
Great CD........................thanks for offering friendship.............and if you are ever in need of drummer with experience, knowledge, education, skill and just loves to play...give me a chance.
 
 
 

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