BIO:
Geoffrey James Landon was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin in September 15th, 1975. (Birthplace of the guitar great Les Paul) As a child, music surrounded his home. Three generations of musicians, organists, piano teachers, high school choir and band directors litter his family tree.
The eclectic mix of music in the household forged a musical background of The Andrew Sisters to Pink Floyd and John Mellencamp, and even to Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson. In 1982, his father bought Geoff his first guitar. And throughout the 1980’s, Geoff listened and prepared himself for a career in music. Maybe not even knowing it at first.
His musical background became more diverse as styles changed from the suburb grunge, to hip-hop to country roots. Watching his Uncle Mark’s rock band in the early 90’s gave Geoff a taste of bar and “honky-tonk” playing, and only fueled his fire to perform even more. Through it all, He graduated high school with band and choir honors, lettering in three sports.
Then came 1994 . . . Marine Corps . . . injuries would bring Geoff back home. Geoff recalls the day he left, “ I saw this video, ‘Don’t Take The Girl’ for the first time, and knew I was meant to be a singer!” , Geoff explains, “Tim McGraw has been a major influence in my choice of music.”
In 1997, Geoff began a series of stints in Nashville. Performing in The Wildhorse Saloon, The Broken Spoke Saloon and
Writer’s Café, the “World Famous” Turf and Wade’s Hall Of Fame Bar.Writing became more and more a part of his
strength in music. He learned his blue-collar approach from performers many lower Broadway Ave. performers and Hit
Nashville writers!
Geoff cut a demo CD with ADG Nashville in 2000 called “Clean Out Of Nashville”. In 2001, Geoff created a band to
perform around Wisconsin. Since then, Geoff Landon & The Wolfpack has become one of the top country bands in
Wisconsin.
In 2008 ,Geoff has finished his long awaited 3rd album, A Little Faith. Featuring the songs ‘Be Like Tim’ and ‘Caught In The Undertow’ These Songs are available on itunes and amazon.com. Geoff is continuing a successful career in country music. Keep an eye out for new music and exciting features.
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