Meet
Donnie Kuhn.
The lead singer, rhythm guitarist and "Front Man" for Category IV. Donnie
started playing guitar in 1982. A self-taught guitarist he built his first
two guitars himself. The King himself, Elvis Aaron Presley and pioneering
rocker, Jerry Lee Lewis, has influenced Donnie. With a powerful stage
presence that has been finely tuned over the years, Donnie leads Category IV
with a tremendous set of pipes and an uncanny ability to write music.
Donnies stage energy seems to go on and on with no real signs of letting
up...when others would simply collapse. Donnie also has a unique talent of
being able to play just about any instrument that he puts his hands on, but
excels at guitar, bass, and get this& fiddle!
Jon Hawks...
Meet Jon Hawks. Jon is the bassist for Category IV. Jon has been
playing the bass for "many a year". He got his first bass at a garage sale
whilst still a youngin'. Jon loves the rock stuff!!! With visions of stardom,
and a desire to live out his rock-n-roll fantasy, Jon set out to start a band.
Not just any band, but a band that would be fantastic. Jon is an explosive
bassist with an innate ability to deliver the bottom line sound for the band.
Together with drummer, Mike Gibby Gibbs, they are an unstoppable rhythm
section. With his trademark sunglasses and "old school" 4 string, "Dr. Thunder"
is sure to have you rockin for many years to come.
Jay Ott...
Meet Jay Ott. The lead guitarist of Category IV. Jay started playing
guitar at the age of 14 while visiting his uncle in Michigan. His uncle had
given him his first guitar, a 12-string that had been thrown out to the trash.
Although formally trained on the saxophone, Jays passion is the guitar. While
in Michigan and right after getting his first guitar, another talent was
uncovered...songwriting. Jay is a prolific songwriter, with a flair for melodic
and soulful compositions. Jay is a powerhouse guitar slinger who in reality is a
show all by himself. He is fun to watch as well as hear.
Mike Gibbs...
Meet Mike "Gibby" Gibbs. Mike is the newest member of Category IV. Mike
has been pounding the skins since he was about 10 years old. After seeing the
band KISS Mike knew he was hooked and wanted to be in a rock-n-roll band. Mike
first played drums on his moms pots and pans. After saving enough money he
purchased his first drum kit when he was 17 years old. Mike is self-taught and
plays his drums every chance he gets. Drummers like Peter Criss, Tommy Lee, Alex
Van Halen and his favorite of all Lars from Metallica inspired Mike. With a lot
of kick work Mike is bound to grab you and make sure you feel it in your chest.
The true heartbeat of this band.
Description: Category IV
has what it takes to be a national contender with one of the most talented
guitarist, a monster entertainer, a rock-solid drummer and a ground-pounding
Bassist making this band being nothing short of Rock and Roll Candy
Press Release:
SPOTLIGHT RECORDS
6265 Bellinger Drive
Columbus, Ohio 43119 USA
Phone 614-878-7292 Email:
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Website: www.sonicbids.com/categoryiv
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: James Bruce
Category IV set to release "The Storm" Spotlight Records will release "The
Storm", a new album by Category IV. What started as a garage jam a couple of
years ago, has turned into a hard-hitting, in-yer-face Rock-N-Roll band.
Category IV is a major force to be reckoned with in the Ohio Music Scene.
Led by legendary front-man, Donnie Kuhn, CATEGORY IV has the vocal power to
make a statement. They have a rhythm section that is unbeatable in bassist,
Jon Hawks and drummer, Mike Gibbs. Top it all off with the unpredictably
wild lead guitarist, Jay Ott, and you have a truly unforgettable show.
CATEGORY IV, while not playing, is writing new material. With their new CD
release in December, things are going to be mighty hot. If you've not had a
chance to get out and see CATEGORY IV, do yourself a favor, don't miss
them...The Storm is a CD of 11 original songs written and performed by Category
IV. A conclusion of lifetime decisions, real happenings, lustful thought,
troubled times and true love. Category IV is a down home new rock band with a
classic sound. The Storm was produced by Jeff Anderson of Lafayette, Indiana who
has produced over 480 productions earning many national and international awards
including Grammy nominations, Addy Awards, Communicator Awards, Telly Awards,
Aegis Awards, and International Cindy Awards.
Jim Bruce, Owner of Spotlight Records noted "I've been in the Music Business for
18 years and finally I think Ive found the right combination: the band, the
sound, the songs and the experience necessary to make this project very
special . Category IV caught the attention of Jim Bruce after the Jon Hawks the
bass player emailed him requesting that he attend just ONE of their shows. I
was looking for something different and I liked what I heard . This new group,
I believe has the making of a national contender. Category IV has been
mentioned by many as being nothing short of Rock and Roll Ear Candy , plus they
write their own stuff. These guys are extremely talented!!! "This is a GREAT
CD!!!
Please check out Category IVs Electronic Press Kit (EPK) at
http://www.sonicbids.com/categoryiv
or www.categoryivband.com or you can contact Jim Bruce of Spotlight Records at
614-878-7292 or email
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Meet
Donnie Kuhn.
