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Jon R Garey

@jongarey.bsky.social

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Music lover - all genres/styles/moods, singer-songwriter, performer, supporter of independent artists. Looking for music to make our days brighter. New Release: Together Again out April 11, 2025 GarSongsMusic.com

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: A Simple Love Song (Plugged In) Live vocals and guitar. Backing track: bass, keys, subdued backing vocals, drum programming www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4MC...

Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: I'll Never Fall In Love Again (Unplugged): Burt Bacharach/Hal David Cover Written by composer Burt Bacharach and lyricist Hal David for the 1968 musical Promises, Promises. A most popular version was done by Dionne Warwick in 1969. www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLEk...

Jon Garey: I'll Never Fall In Love Again (Unplugged): Burt Bacharach/Hal David Cover

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Now To Forever (Unplugged) A reworking of the lyrics of this song from the 'Just You and Me' release to tell a story of reconciliation and renewed commitment. 'Now To Forever' Copyright © 2021 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music www.youtube.com/watch?v=GH-_...

Jon Garey: Now To Forever (Unplugged)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: He Ain't Heavy (He's My Brother) (Unplugged) - Hollies Cover Written by Bob Russell and Bobby Scott, the song was initially released by the Hollies in 1969, where it reached a number 3 spot on the music charts. www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2G3...

Jon Garey: He Ain't Heavy (He's My Brother) (Unplugged) - Hollies Cover

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Sunday Noodling: Jon Garey: If I Could (Plugged In) I am enthralled with romantic songs and this is a good example. The flow of the song draws me in as the lyrics express the devotion of love. youtu.be/vRzS5JgKHB4?...

Jon Garey: If I Could (Plugged In)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Faithless Love (Unplugged) - JD Souther Cover Written by master songwriter JD Souther and included on his 1976 release 'Black Rose'. Not quite country and not quite folk, the chord progression elicits emotion through shifting major/minor chords. youtu.be/uv-FUx4KqFw

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

A snippet of my newest song: Truth And Dare - a song about two people discovering that the very things that make intimacy frightening for them are the things they can offer each other the opportunity to heal. Copyright © 2026 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Sunday Noodling: Jon Garey: Brand New Day (Unplugged) This song is about about finding that thing in life that opens your doors and puts windows in your walls. The thing that makes everything better, knowing that growth is an ongoing process. youtu.be/kfNm2vTDiJQ

Jon Garey: Brand New Day (Unplugged)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me (Unplugged) - Elton John Cover From the 8th studio album by Elton John, this song, released in 1974 on 'Caribou' earning a Grammy nomination for the artist. www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2uY...

Jon Garey: Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me (Unplugged) - Elton John Cover

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Sylph (Plugged In) A song written about air spirits dwelling in the winds and clouds; described as ethereal, graceful beings tied to thought and breeze. youtu.be/8bQ4GNbGxMM

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Since my retirement from work life, I have a new constant companion. Bernie asked me to remind you that I have a show on Friday, July 31 from 6:00 - 8:30 at Bent Ladder Cider and Wine - the weather will be wonderful for this outdoor show and the sunsets are always spectacular.

Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Beware Of Darkness (Unplugged) - George Harrison Cover Described as a stunning composition with the chord progression that should not work, the lyrics remind the listener to pay attention to corrupting influences. youtu.be/tqXL3oI_vfo

Jon Garey: Beware Of Darkness (Unplugged) - George Harrison Cover

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Say Hello To The Morning (Unplugged) A song about the awe of crepuscular rays of light through the trees in the morning as the sun rises and one makes the renewed decision to love in a lasting relationship. youtu.be/49zAtzxJxOI

Jon Garey: Say Hello To The Morning (Unplugged)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: A Time For Us (Unplugged) - Love Theme From Romeo and Juliet (1968) The love theme from the 1968 film 'Romeo and Juliet' directed by Franco Zeffirelli with the score written by Nino Rota. www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBiu...

Jon Garey: A Time For Us (Unplugged) - Love Theme From Romeo and Juliet (1968)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: If You Ever Need Someone (Plugged In) A song written to the folks in my life who are 7 going on 15 or 12 going on 22. A reminder to let life happens as it happens and get where you are going in good time. youtu.be/p3KBobby2Yo

Jon Garey: If You Ever Need Someone (Plugged In)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Mr. Bojangles (Unplugged) A song written by Jerry Jeff Walker and covered by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band among others. Inspired by a street performer the writer encountered in a New Orleans jail. youtu.be/DY_HDGJt43U

Jon Garey: Mr. Bojangles (Unplugged) - Jerry Jeff Walker/Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Cover

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: This Day Or Any Other (Unplugged) A love song. Think slow dancing and gazing into one another's eyes! From the 2020 release: 'Ours To Keep Forever' 'This Day Or Any Other' Copyright © 2020 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music youtu.be/fSQ6nLKA6Bc

Jon Garey: This Day Or Any Other (Unplugged)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Never My Love (Unplugged) - The Association Cover A song written by siblings Don and Dick Addrisi, it was a top 10 hit for The Association in 1967. According to BMI the song has been recognized as the second most-played song in history. youtu.be/RFHSYpqbNoM

Jon Garey: Never My Love (Unplugged) - The Association Cover

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Come On In (Unplugged) 'Come On In' is a song about reaching out to those who are lost and living on the periphery. Open arms and open hearts for those who are hurting. youtu.be/qiAdhH9tcV8

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: There's No Way Out Of Here (Unplugged) - Unicorn/David Gilmour Cover A rendition of the single from David Gilmour's self-title debut album. The song is a cover of the song written and recorded by the band Unicorn in 1976. youtu.be/LhqfyhBTA_4

Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Before I Fall Asleep (Unplugged) An upbeat song about longing, devotion, dreams, and reunion. From the 2020 release: 'Ours To Keep Forever' Copyright © 2020 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music garsongsmusic.com jonrgarey.bandcamp.com youtu.be/h34PTpgUzys

Jon Garey: Before I Fall Asleep (Unplugged)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Poke! A friendly reminder — have you marked your calendars to kick off the summer season with me at Das Weinhaus? As Carole King sang, “It’s Too Late” … but thankfully, it’s not too late to join in the fun. I’m looking forward to seeing you this Sunday from 4–6 PM!

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

How To Kick Off Summer Step 1: Take out your calendar Step 2: Circle May 24th Step 3: Write 4PM at Das Weinhaus Step 4: Go and enjoy some live music with Jon Garey Bernie says you won't regret it: youtube.com/shorts/y5t2l...

Show Announcement : Jon Garey @ Das Weinhaus

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Doctor My Eyes (Unplugged) - Jackson Browne Cover Released as a upbeat song about feeling world-weary, this slower rendition retains the original bleakness and pessimism of the song, includes a third verse not included on the official release. youtu.be/UukJTHOThXc

Jon Garey: Doctor My Eyes (Unplugged) - Jackson Browne Cover

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Show Announcement Bernie and I would like to invite you out to Das Weinhaus (Litchfield, Ohio) for an afternoon of music on Sunday May 24th from 4 to 6 PM. Let's kick off the summer season with wine and song!

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Hey - how about a quick road trip? I will be performing at Front St Social in Berea Friday May 15th from 7-9 PM. Covers and originals. Looking forward to seeing you in one the best listening rooms in NE Ohio. 107 Front St, Berea, OH 44017

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

🎶 This Friday Night! May 15th @ 7PM 🎶 Come join Jon Garey live at Front St Social (Berea) for an evening of original music, acoustic favorites, and great vibes. Bring some friends, grab a drink, and enjoy a night of music in one of the best listening rooms around. Hope to see you there!

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Sunday Noodling: Jon Garey: Those Comfort Things (Unplugged) As we celebrate Mother's Day today, we remember some of the mothers who are no longer with us. youtu.be/HeYTOSkuVXI

Jon Garey: Those Comfort Things (Unplugged)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Sunday Noodling: Jon Garey: The Moon Is A Harsh Mistress (Unplugged) - Jimmy Webb Cover A song written by master songwriter Jimmy Webb. Beautiful music, lyrics, and imagery. Inspired by the title of the Robert Heinlein novel but not related in anyway. youtu.be/zTPO9zbwgNk

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Sunday Noodling: Jon Garey: Unconditional Love (Unplugged) A song inspired by an event with my first child. So empty were the days before I knew that one so little could fill my heart. From the 2018 release: 'Vacation Days' Copyright © 2018 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music youtu.be/L5QKzJnmaJ0

Jon Garey: Unconditional Love (Unplugged)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Be sure to make plans to come out the Bent Ladder Cider and Wine on Saturday. I have a new guitar to play and some new arrangements to try out - let's get into the warmer days of spring and enjoy the fresh air! I'll be playing 6:00 - 8:30 in the tasting room! Looking forward to seeing you!

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Mother's Day 2026 I’ll be updating the video for “Those Comfort Things” this Mother’s Day as a tribute to mothers who have touched so many lives and are deeply missed.

Those Comfort Things @ GarSongs Music Studio : Jon R Garey (Updated 5/26/2025)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Norwegian Wood (Unplugged) - Beatles Cover A cover of the John Lennon song from the 1965 album 'Rubber Soul' - it is suggested that the song was written as a veiled account of an extramarital affair. youtu.be/AbI3X-BnUDU garsongsmusic.com

Jon Garey: Norwegian Wood (Unplugged) - Beatles Cover

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: To Call Our Own (Unplugged) Sometimes things don't work out from the beginning no matter how hard you try. Once again, you lose the friend that you thought to call your own! Copyright © 2018 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music youtu.be/Y7lAmBpufxc?...

Jon Garey: To Call Our Own (Unplugged)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Does anyone else find it a bit incredulous that so many people are listening to the music of the 60's/70's/80's from iconic bands for the first time and posting their reaction videos? Especially those individuals who earn a living making and producing music?

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Sunday Noodling: Jon Garey : Morning Has Broken (Unplugged) - Cat Stevens Cover Based on the hymn by Eleanor Farjeon and popularized by Cat Stevens on his 1972 album 'Teaser and the Firecat'. youtu.be/1hTKb-X7XOA garsongsmusic.com jonrgarey.bandcamp.com youtube/GarSongsMusic

Jon Garey : Morning Has Broken (Unplugged) - Cat Stevens Cover

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: So Very Much (Unplugged) 'So Very Much' from the 2020 album: Ours To Keep Forever (Jon R Garey) Sometimes short and simple is the best way to express how you are feeling . . . Copyright © 2020 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music youtu.be/ihqqE870zAk

Jon Garey: So Very Much (Unplugged)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Ad-Free Music! Did you know you can hear my catalog of recorded music in full fidelity, free of ads, on my Bandcamp site? Check it out here: jonrgarey.bandcamp.com

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Together Again, by Jon R Garey

Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Maybe I'm Amazed (Unplugged) - Paul McCartney Cover A favorite song from the 1970 solo release by Paul McCartney. Noted for its DIY stylings. This song and album is one of the inspirations for my own recording techniques. youtu.be/FK3pK4uYKKw

Jon Garey: Maybe I'm Amazed (Unplugged) - Paul McCartney Cover

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Sunday Noodling: Discovery, from the 2022 album: An Echo Of Silence (Jon R Garey) Capturing the moment when the relinquished and lost child finds and reunites with his birth mother after years of searching. Copyright © 2022 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music youtu.be/feP_dAMdbvQ

Jon Garey: Discovery (Unplugged)

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Hey - what are you doing Sunday afternoon? I'll be playing some new songs at Ridge and Rail starting at 4:30 in the afternoon. Come out and end the weekend with me (or start the new week off right!). Looking forward to seeing you. Ridge and Rail 6784 Ridge Rd Sharon Center, Ohio

Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Jealous Of The Moon (Unplugged) - Nickel Creek Cover A reminder that letting fear take over will prevent one from moving forward to better things. From the 2005 album 'Why Should The Fire Die' by Nickel Creek youtu.be/0MHOw6eakr4

Jon Garey: Jealous Of The Moon (Unplugged) - Nickle Creek Cover

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Snippets! 'Times Of My Life' from the 2025 album: Together Again (Jon R Garey) A song of joy and thanks for being there and noticing. Copyright © 2025 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music garsongsmusic.com jonrgarey.bandcamp.com

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

Sunday Noodling Jon Garey: Our Song (Unplugged) Our Song A song written to the girl who possessed my heart a long time ago. From the 2019 album: Progenitor Copyright © 2019 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music youtu.be/Ve1PE7jCl7U jonrgarey.bandcamp.com garsongsmusic.com

Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Show Postponed!

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Booking shows for 2026! garsongsmusic.com/contact

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Snippets! 'Summer Breezes' from the 2023 album: Can't Find The Words (Jon R Garey) Imagine a breezy and sunny summer day in the garden or at the beach! Copyright © 2023 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music garsongsmusic.com jonrgarey.bandcamp.com/%22

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Jon Garey: We Just Disagree (Unplugged) - Dave Mason Cover A song for the day after Valentine's Day - when two people no longer connect. Written by Jim Krueger, a member of Dave Mason's band and released in 1977 reaching top 40 in the US. garsongsmusic.com youtu.be/6z5hkloQMJ0

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Snippets! So Very Much' from the 2020 album: Ours To Keep Forever (Jon R Garey) I'm leaving soon, going far away . . . . 'So Very Much' Copyright © 2020 Jon R Garey/GarSongs Music garsongsmusic.com jonrgarey.bandcamp.com

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Jon R Garey @jongarey.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Make plans with me for this weekend: Friday Feb 13th - 6:00-9:00 Ridge and Rail Sharon Center/Wadsworth Saturday Feb 14th 7:00 - 9:00 Front Porch Cafe Hartville (With Circadia) Looking forward to seeing you!

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