Focus on the Keys..."Lost" John Casner
It was, we think, 1988 when John Casner walked into
the middle of us. More than content to
continue to perform with his various Country/Texas-Swing bands, not the least of which being THE AUSTIN ROADHOUSE
BAND in the early 80’s, John was hardly looking to align himself with such a bunch
of rag-tag-rock-n-roll-goofballs. But at
the time he did generously offer the band the use of his studio and the
recording equipment therein; all the while consistently stating that he had
no interest in being “in the band”, but would gladly contribute keyboard parts as
needed…not to mention the occasional vocal here and there.
Despite his best efforts at escaping the PY gravitational
pull, his piano and organ work gradually became an integral part of the Poor Yorick
sound. It’s not hard to hear the influence and presence…give a listen to the
infectious piano riff on “Let’s All Be Normal“ (1992); or the smooth,
left-bank-evoking accordion work on “I Might Be Wrong” (2012); or, of course, his signature vocals on “Ellie May” (2012)…just a small sample of John's skill to
be sure.
So, ladies and gentlemen, though he may have cringed at the idea at one time in the early days…(and perhaps occasionally still does), a round of applause, if you please, for Poor Yorick’s very own…
“Lost” John Casner!
OH!...be sure to check out John's official website!
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