Meet Jon Millsap
Guitarist and Vocalist
Opening for Journey at the California Mid-State Fair with The Vibe Setters
The Journey
Never Going Back Again
It all started when my dad would have me and my brothers watch live concerts of Fleetwood Mac and Guns n' Roses through his tower speaker system. My 10 year old self made it my life's mission to sound like Lindsey Buckingham and Slash on the guitar. After school, countless hours were spent learning our favorite guitar riffs... and his.
Finding My Sound
As I got older, my guitar was my therapy. I would lay on my back, close my eyes and discover sounds that expressed how I was feeling. That exercise resulted in lots of original music, like my self produced instrumental guitar album, Premeditated, in 2019. From there I added the voice to my arsenal and in the last 10 years I’ve transitioned from bedroom guitarist to nearly full-time singer, holding residencies at Hotel San Luis Obispo and Sculpterra Winery and Sculpture Garden. Pop, Soul, Hip-Hop, House and a little Country are the primary genres I cut my teeth in while developing my voice, style and performance. It started with open mics and instagram posts and lead to some cool opportunities like opening for Journey with our band, The Vibe Setters.
Today
Now based in Paso Robles, I specialize in wine-country luxury weddings, private celebrations, and corporate events across the California Coast.
Every performance is tailored to the occasion, whether it's sophisticated background music during a ceremony, an acoustic take of an emotional song for the first dance song, or an upbeat live loop to elevate a reception.
My approach is centered around understanding each client's vision and delivering a performance that feels effortless, personal, and unforgettable.
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