Thank you for checking me out. Playing Rhythm guitar, soulful vocals, and world class harmonica solos; John fills the room with beautiful music. With a song selection including artists such as Neil Young, the Who, Smokey Robinson, Led Zeppelin, Bob Marley, Al Green, The Band, Santana, the Beatles, Willie Nelson, John Cougar, Elvis, Jimmy Buffett, and many more, Harmonica John is a sure crowd pleaser. I hope you will pick me to play for you.
If you prefer a band rather than a solo artist, I have people that I play with regularly that can be added if they are available.
I also appear as Santa R. Monica- a Santa Claus tribute person, and can perform Christmas songs for your party.
7 reviews
Ernesto R. D.
December 23, 2025John is super friendly and funny. He sang to the kids and had them dancing around. I would definitely hire him again. Thank you John!!
Hired as: Santa Claus, Singing Guitarist
Desiree P.
December 8, 2025Thank you Harmonica John for being the life of the party and for surprising all of the guests at the restaurant with sunglasses. We all had a great time!
Hired as: Santa Claus
Patrick R.
June 11, 2024Pranked my friend for his bachelor party by having John (Santa) come over and provide some gifts and cheer for the weekend. He is a very personal guy and has a sharp whit to be able to improv and embody a beloved Santa clause. He even broke out the harmonica and sang us a couple tunes!!! Definitely the chillest Santa in all of Cali. The bachelor and my friends absolutely loved this experience and this moment will forever live in our memories!! Thanks John
Hired as: Santa Claus
Harmonica John
You guys were so much fun. You set it up perfectly with the "Asked for 3 hos" line. Thanks again!
Veronica P.
December 26, 2023Kids loved him ,he was patient and kind
Hired as: Santa Claus
Garrett K.
December 21, 2023John is a natural entertainer, was a huge hit and did some Christmas songs with our band!
Hired as: Santa Claus, Singing Guitarist
Price range: $200 and up
Gig length: 120 - 600 minutes
I bring a sound system appropriate for the venue and everything I need to create a musical atmosphere that is volume-appropriate for the occasion.
I can provide a quiet generator if desired or even a small battery system for those outdoor events where power is not available.
I show up early enough to be ready for the appointed time.
I like people and am easy to work with.
A lifelong drummer, I started playing harmonica when I lost my drums in a moment of stupidity. The rhythmic nature of the harmonica was a natural fit for me. I then started playing guitar and eventually got more drums. I am able to play drums OR guitar while playing harmonica at a high level. I sing from the heart, and really enjoy performing.
I can be self contained or work with whatever staging set-up provided.
I use professional equipment and know how to use it.
Wednesday
House Party
11:00pm - 11:30pm
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San Diego, CA
Wednesday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
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Del Mar, CA
Sunday
Restaurant/Bar Event
10:30am - 2:00pm
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La Jolla, CA
Sunday
House Party
2:30pm - 3:30pm
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La Jolla, CA
Thursday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
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San Diego, CA
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
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San Diego, CA
Saturday
Bachelor Party
1:00pm - 1:15pm
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San Diego, CA
Sunday
Christmas Party
11:30pm - 12:00am (Mon)
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Chula Vista, CA
Saturday
Christmas Party
9:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)
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La Jolla, CA
Friday
Cocktail Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Sunday
Restaurant/Bar Event
10:00am - 2:00pm
•
San Diego, CA
Thursday
Holiday Party
5:30pm - 7:30pm
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San Diego, CA
Wednesday
School Assembly
10:30am - 12:00pm
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El Cajon, CA
Friday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Encinitas, CA
Thursday
Festival
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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San Diego, CA
Crosscut Saw A
Fool for your Stockings Bm
Rocky Mountain Way E
Dirty Work G
Margaritaville D
Born in Chicago A
Spooky Am
Mojo Working E
Black Night Dm
Brown Eyed Girl G
Takin' Care of Business C
Free Fallin’ D
American Girl D
Breakdown Am
Born to Be Wild E
Dock of the Bay G
Mustang Sally C
Born on the Bayou/Suzie Q E
Wonderful Tonight G
Crossroads A
Messing with the Kid A
Can't you See E
Three Steps G
One Way Out A
Keep Yo Hands To Yourself A
Simple Man G D Em
Sweet Home Alabama D
Werewolves of London D
All Summer Long D
Teeny Weeny Bit E
Aint No Sunshine Am
How Blue Can You Get G
Treat Her Right A
Knockin on Heaven GDAm
Walkin By Myself A
Mind on Vacation E
Mojo Workin E
Little Wing E
Wind Cries Mary E
Honky Tonk Woman G
Bad Moon Rising D
Further on Up the Road A
Wonderful Tonight G
Stormy Monday G
Who the Cap Fits G
Redemption Song G
Three Little Birds G
Waiting in Vain E
The Weight D
Crazy Mama E
Magnolia C
Black Magic Woman Am
Evil Ways Em
Folsom Prison E
Move it on Over E
Summertime Gm
Squeeze Box E
Behind Blue Eyes A
Taxman E
Back in the USSR A
Norwegian Woon D
Big Boss Man E
Alright Now E
Lodi G > A
Cheap Sunglasses E
Sharp Dressed Man A
Waiting for the Bus A
Jesus just Left Chicago G
Honest I Do A
You Shook Me E
Lean on Me A
Oo Baby Baby A
Sexual Healing G
Let’s Stay Together G
Seeds and Stems E
Panama Red G
Cash Aint nothin but Trash A
The Joker E
On the Road Again E
Too Much Time on my Hands A
Help Me E
My Girl G>A
Turn the Page Em
Night Moves D
Main Street G
Sea of love C E F D
Cinnamon Girl D
Heart of Gold G
Alabama C D Bm
Southern Man Am
Take it Easy G
Peaceful Easy Feeling G
Crazy G
Angel 2Close 2 the Ground A
Knock on Wood A
Ride Captain Ride A
Coming Home Baby Em
Pride and Joy E
No Expectation E
Wild Horses E
Walking to my Baby E
Rock This Town A
Stray Cat Strut A
Some kinda Wonderful G
Can’t Get Enough Love G
My Babe E
Night Drove Dixie Down G
She’s Tough E
Your Cheatin’ Heart G
Love Potion #9 Em
All the Way E
Rain From the Skies C
Woodstock E
For What it’s Worth E
Cut You Loose E
Thrill is Gone Bm
Fooled Around Love D
Hurts So Good A
I Wouldn’t Treat a Dog Gm
Little Sister E
Thank You D
Ramble on E
Hey Hey What Can I Say D
Midnight Rider A
Bad Company Am
Wooly Bully A
Wish You Were Here G
Tell Mama E
Aint nobody but Chickens C
Ice Cream Man E
Call me the Breeze E
Wait on Time E
Do it Again Am
Original tunes:
Well You Know What? E
Cold Shoulder Am
I Want to Win E
Learning How to Lie G
Nobody’s Perfect G
So True G
What’s on Your Mind E
Up and Down Blues F
Taking My Time E
New Baby G
I Heard Em
Window of Opportunity D
When I started playing, FM radio was new, and there was so much great music then. I heard John Mayall, J. Geils Band, Canned Heat, Paul Butterfield, and loved the harmonica sound. Later, I discovered Santana, Led Zeppelin, the Eagles, and so many more. I now try to recreate the vibes of songs I like with acoustic rhythm guitar, Lead harmonica, and soulful vocals. I also love Bob Marley and Motown music. Not big on Gangsta Rap or Death Metal...
Singing Guitarist
