John Lefler (of Dashboard Confessional)
Singer/songwriter from Sugar Land, TX, John has spent the last eight years, or so playing lead guitar in the band Dashboard Confessional. His debut solo release, 2009’s Better By Design, was written and recorded between the cracks of Dashboard’s busy recording and touring schedule. His music has been routinely referred to as, powerpop, essentially music heavily influenced by the likes of Jellyfish, XTC, The Beatles, Crowded House, Squeeze, etc.
“John Lefler has put out one of the more impressive power pop debuts with his solo album Better by Design, an instant contender for album of the year here.” – Absolute Powerpop
“By day, John Lefler makes his beans as guitarist/keyboardist in indie darlings Dashboard Confessional. After hours, his “inner popper” emerges, and he’s busy creating some of the sweetest pop you’ll ever want to hear! " – Kool Kat Music
“Right to the head of the class for Best Of 2009.” – Not Lame
“Unlike Dashboard frontman Chris Carrabba, Lefler aims for power pop instead of acoustic ballads. With infectious tracks influenced by the likes of the The Beatles, The Beach Boys or The Zombies it makes for a perfect summer sound. It is a A wonderful premiere from a talented musician.” – Examiner.com
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