Jon Lind


Jonathan G. Lind, professionally known as Jon Lind, is an American songwriter and performer.

Biography

Lind, was raised in New York City. He studied classical guitar at the Mannes College of Music. His first break was in the 1970s where he worked with Bob Cavallo. At this period he met Maurice White who recorded two of his songs. He was also a member of the band Howdy Moon and The Fifth Avenue Band. He has written songs for soulful artists such as The Emotions, Jennifer Holliday, D.J. Rogers, Atlantic Starr and Ramsey Lewis. In 1984, Lind signed with Warner Brothers. He was a Senior Vice President of A&R at Hollywood Records.

Song selection

The Fifth Avenue Band

;Side 1
  1. "Fast Freight"
  2. "One Way Or The Other"
  3. "Good Lady Of Toronto"
  4. "Eden Rock"
  5. "Country Time Rhymes"
  6. "Calamity Jane"
;Side 2
  1. "Nice Folks"
  2. "Cockeyed Shame"
  3. "Faithful Be Fair"
  4. "In Hollywood"
  5. "Angel"