Jon Lind
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Jon Lind is an American songwriter and performer.
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[edit] Bio
Jon 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 is currently the Vice President Of A&R at Hollywood Records.
[edit] Song selection
- Vanessa Williams: "Save the Best for Last" (Song composed with long-time collaborators Wendy Waldman and Phil Galdston)
- Vanessa Williams: "Sweetest Days"
- Madonna: "Crazy for You"
- Earth, Wind and Fire: "Boogie Wonderland"
- Earth, Wind and Fire: "Sungoddess"
- Cheap Trick: "No Mercy"
- Howdy Moon: "Cheyenne Autumn" and "Millstream"
- Cher: "Skin Deep"
- Warren Wiebe: "I Believe in Us"
[edit] Discography
[edit] The Fifth Avenue Band
The Fifth Avenue Band (Reprise 1969)
[edit] Howdy Moon
Howdy Moon (A&M 1974)
[edit] White Horse
White Horse (Capitol 1977)
