Paul Zunno is an accomplished blues guitarist and critically acclaimed songwriter hailing from New York City. Paul has received rave reviews as a live performer and has toured throughout the United States, Europe and Australia. He performs solo and with the Paul Zunno Band.
Zunno held the distinct honor of playing lead guitar for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Wilson Pickett for seven years until his passing. He appeared on "The Late Show with David Letterman" in support of Mr. Pickett's last album and performed in the Miramax film, "Only the Strong Survive"; a movie about legendary soul singers.
Paul Zunno has written and recorded songs for Rhythm and Blues Hall of Fame inductee Gary U.S Bonds including “Christmas is On”, featured in 2007’s holiday film “A Merry Little Christmas”. His music can be heard on MTV's "The Real World" and independent films.
Zunno has released three diverse albums incorporating blues, rock and authentic roots music; The Honeybee", "Black & White and Blues All Over" and his newest release "Paul Zunno - Solo Acoustic".
Paul Zunno is co-founder of Onesock Productions; a concert combining his solo acoustic concert with modern/jazz dance.
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Former Wilson Pickett Guitarist credits Legends for Solo Acoustic album.
New York City guitarist/songwriter Paul Zunno employs lessons from working with rock icons to produce album of just his voice and guitar.
New York, NY / Nov. 14, 2007 – Paul Zunno, a self-taught guitarist, grew up studying the recordings of Wilson Pickett and Gary U.S. Bonds; he later became Pickett’s lead guitarist and has written and recorded songs for Bonds. Zunno credits his new release “Paul Zunno- Solo Acoustic” to his education in this working classroom.
“When I started I didn’t have the skills to make this recording,” says Zunno. “They taught me a lot.”
Zunno explains what made his mentors great was their honesty. He saw how musicianship and not technology created their sound.
“I decided to record live with just my guitar,” says Zunno. “I was trying to capture myself as a performer like they did.”
Zunno wrote 10 new originals for “Paul Zunno- Solo Acoustic” and also covers songs by Bob Dylan, The Doors, Tom Waits, Doc Pomus and Dolly Parton.
“I’ve made a point to perform songs by great songwriters,” says Zunno. “It’s a good way to see how your own songs stack up.”
For more information visit Paul Zunno’s Website: www.zunno.com
Contact: Stephanie Harris, Onesock Productions
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Paul Zunno is an accomplished blues guitarist and critically acclaimed songwriter hailing from New York City. Paul has received rave reviews as a live performer and has toured throughout the United States, Europe and Australia. He performs solo and with the Paul Zunno Band.
