Bassist, guitarist and vocalist John York is performing at the Coffee Gallery Backstage in Altadena on Saturday, Feb. 26, starting at 7 p.m.
John York is best known for his work as a member of the world-renowned rock group, the Byrds, where he was from 1968 to 1970 through the Ballad of Easy Rider period with Roger McGuinn, Gene Clark, Clarence White and more. He has also worked with Nicky Hopkins and Gene Parsons. He was a member of The Sir Douglas Quintet and toured with The Mamas and Papas.
York played bass for Johnny Rivers, Lightnin’ Hopkins, and has also played with Rick Danko and Richard Manuel. He has performed with many other well-known musicians over the years.
After The Byrds, he went on to play with fellow Byrd Gene Clark and has maintained a lengthy career as a guitarist and bass player. Since the 1980s, he has worked with artists including Chris Darrow, CarlaOlson, and Barry McGuire among others.
York sings in a rich emotional voice and favors the 12-string guitar. He sings Byrds songs, Dylan songs, classic songs from the past with some from The Beatles and The Band, as well as his own compositions.
Tickets are $20.
For more information, call (626) 798-6236 or visit www.coffeegallery.com/blog/02-
The Coffee Gallery Backstage is at 2029 N. Lake Ave. in Altadena.
