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I am a published songwriter who writes catchy hooks and melodies in the styles of Pop, Country and Soft Rock. I have performed live on Breakfast Television in Toronto, Global News at Noon, as well as in music videos shown on CMT. My songs have been recorded by different artists, and I have songs used in television shows and film. I have performed in many different bands over the years in the genres of country, pop and rock. My influences include such great harmony bands as The Byrds, The Eagles, Blue Rodeo, Poco, CSNY, Alison Krauss and Union Station, as well as the great artists and songwriters Neil Young, Jackson Browne, Garth Brooks, Dan Fogelberg, Joni Mitchell, Rob Thomas and so many more. I am involved in the music industry as a songwriter, performer, producer, jingle writer, voice over talent, studio musician, publisher, promoter and licensing agent. I am currently recording my first album of original songs and hope to have it available some time in the new year. There is SO MUCH great talent that exists in the great pool of unsigned artists and songwriters. My advice to others: Be true to yourself, follow your heart and NEVER give up your dream!

Saturday, September 09, 2006

Friday, September 8, 2006


It's Friday, September 9th and I just came from dinner with the boys in the band. See, we were supposed to play an outdoor gig this evening, but it was cancelled because of an incredible rainstorm. I haven't seen it rain and hail like that since the big storm in July of 2004 where many streets were flooded! Although we would have played under a covered stage, there was no protection for the folks in the crowd who would have had to stand in the pouring rain. Alas, such is the life of a musician.

Good things seem to be happening with the band I'm in called "Ashraf" . Ash is a great guy who is smart, focused and thinks outside the box. I have to say that we're the best band I've ever heard! Funny to say that, but it's true! Our website is www.ashrafmusic.com and you should check it out.

My girlfriend is soooo sweet! She is the most positive, inspiring and supportive person I have ever known. And she is really pushing me to finish recording my album. I have 11 songs completed, but there's a few more songs that I would like to finish up. I am thinking of going back to Nashville soon. The city has such a great vibe and I have many good friends there. Not to mention the amazing players who record with me. You can listen to some of my songs on my website at www.rickivanoff.com

I have also recently formed a new band called "Home Grown". There are currently three of us in the band (myself, my brother Bob Ivanoff and Michael Sherman). We are all songwriters and this is an all original band featuring great harmonies and great original songs. Check out our website at www.homegrownband.ca

That's it for tonight. I'm tired and it's getting near bed time!

Rick
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