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Jason Saulnier Biography
Hailing from Nova Scotia, Canada. Here are a few notable stories regarding Jason Saulnier in music. In 2009, Jason posted two Ozzy Osbourne audition videos on YouTube and grabbed the attention of the media and even the Osbourne camp. Both videos tallied upwards of more than 88,000 hits at 5 star ratings in 3 months. In 2005, Jason joined Gold Certified International touring artist (BLOU).
Jason also appears on more then 20 albums with Radio Airplay being received worldwide, online & on Terrestrial Stations. He has played over 450 gigs played during his career. On top of these accomplishments, Jason has played significant festivals in Canada and in the United States.
In 2009, Jason played the Wharf Rat Rally Biker Festival for the 3rd time w/ upwards of 60,000 people. Jason is also endorsed by Seymour Duncan Pickups, Sfarzo Strings (California) & is endorsed by Gibson Guitars USA as a “Gibson Artist.”
Ozzy Osbourne with Jason Saulnier
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RADIO SHOW – Jason Saulnier Music Legends
Thursday’s from 6:30pm-8:00pm EST on CIFA 104.1FM Nova Scotia, Canada broadcasting at 40,000 Watts
Tuesday’s from 8pm-10pm EST on Pure Rock Radio Online
Friday’s from 3pm-5pm EST Pure Rock Radio Online
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Other Notable Musicians / Bands Jason Saulnier has played with:
BLOU International touring artist (2005-2006) embarked on a North American tour. Appeared in numerous publications and TV appearances w/ BLOU. “BLOU” played over 2800 shows in 26 countries and has been seen by more than 2 millions and a half people around the world, won 14 international and national awards and received a Gold certification for the CD “Tringgle” in 2006.
Robin Dellinger (Johnny Paycheck & D.J. Fontana from Elvis Presley) (2004-2006)
Green River Revival Shared the stage twice with North America’s most authentic sounding Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute (Green River Revival). (2007, 2009)
Kenny Lee Lewis (Steve Miller Band) Played guitar along side at the Casino Harbourfront Lounge, Halifax, NS (2010)
Hard 2 Handle recording artists with 3 singles on Nova Scotia’s East Coast Music Charts. (2006-Present)
Poison Cherry 80’s hair metal band covering all the greats. (2006-Present)
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Notable Festivals
Opened for Helix (Canadian platinum recording artists) Riverfest, Bridgewater, NS (2008)
Wharf Rat Rally 2009 Digby, NS (2009) upwards of 60,000 people
RhoadsFest II (2010) Los Angeles, CA same bill as Michael Angelo Batio & Kelle Rhoads.
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Endorsements
May 5th 2009 Jason Saulnier officially gets endorsed by Sfarzo Strings, California. Other notable musicians with Sfarzo Strings include. Dario Lorina (Lizzy Borden), Ron Keel (Keel, Steeler featuring Yngwie Malmsteen), Pat Simmons (Doobie Brothers), Brent Doerner (Helix), Kaleb Duckman (Helix) & Juliana Tarter (Crimes Of Passion & Jackson endorsed by Rhoads family).
March 3rd, 2010 Jason Saulnier becomes a endorsee of Gibson Guitars. “Gibson Artist.”
August 13th, 2010 Jason Saulnier becomes endorsed by Seymour Duncan pickups.
Jason Saulnier Gibson Promo
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Press from notable media and musicians
“The guitar playing is raw and exciting, a great sounded matched with great shredding. Its not just technical its real raw roaring rocknroll!”
– Bernie Tormé (Ozzy Osbourne, GMT)
“JASON’S GUITAR PLAYING IS WICKED, CRAZED, AND SKYROCKETING HIGH ENERGY!!–JB”
– Jennifer Batten (Michael Jackson, Jeff Beck)
” When I run across a guitarist I’ve never heard before here’s what I listen for..tone, individual style, intense emotion and stage presence. I can say Jason Saulnier has all of these qualities, check his playing out TODAY!”
– Bryan Bassett (Foghat)
“Jason.your guitar playing is rocking….sounds great.your solos are fast and clean..sounds like you play a few styles tooo..good going bro.tg”
– Tracy G (Dio)
“I just heard some guitar solos by a heretofore unknown guitarist named Jason Saulnier. It always amazes me how many talented musicians are out there that people have yet to experience and Jason is one of those guitarists.”
– Kane Roberts (Alice Cooper)
“Reminded me of Lynch/Demartini/Rhoads which is awesome”
– Rob Marcello (Danger Danger)
“I listened to your song and man it’s some really well played stuff. I sure can hear all the chewing on the guitar, especially with such a clean tone such as you have. Some really nice attack there. I think all the instrumentation is very well played. It is really energetic and flows really nice :)”
– Trey Azagthoth (Morbid Angel)
“Solid, rocking guitar work Jason – Great heavy sound too.”
– Adam Wakeman (Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath)
“You ROCK!!! The video iz Slammin! You got a lot Cool thingz goin on. . . . Lookin forward to workin on other thingz with ya in the Future!!! God Bless!”
– T. J. Racer (Nitro)
“Randy Rhoads is smiling upon you my brother. Very faithful to what he plays yet you still have your own stamp on it awesome stuff”
– Richard Hall (Orange Sky)
“Hello Mr. Rhoads… Holy shit you can play!!!! Great band, too. I love your playing. You mix great technical ability, artistry, and the importance of just plain ol’ rockin’ out, having fun & giving people there money’s worth. You my friend have a gift!!!”
– Frank Baker (Trooper)
“Jason is a maestro on guitar with his ear splitting, shredding modern approach to rock.”
– Al Atkins (Judas Priest FOUNDER)
“That’s some Hot Rocks’ you guys got going. And I’ve heard, since Eddie Van Halen has met his match, he’s rehearsing again. Awesome guitar work Jason. On we Rock!”
– Ronnie King (Stampeders)
“Great guitar playing brother. Very cool character and feel in your phrasing. ”
– Andre Labelle (Vinnie Vincent)
“Wow Jason!! Your guitar playing is AMAZING ~ I’m hearing Randy Rhoads style in there! Very METAL!!! ”
– Denise Ames – News Anchor/Host, Los Angeles
“I really enjoy your playing, nice vibratto, speed and feeling!”
– Jeff Moscone (Jetboy)
“Jason Saulnier’s guitar playing is beautifully melodic, the tone is pure and the performance is electric! As a true Rock n Roll Lover, I could listen to him play his guitar all night and day! Rock on Jason!!!! Beautiful playing Jason! ”
– Jennifer Rose
