Album Notes

Captivating, Haunting, Intoxicating These words describe the effect AJ Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle have on their audiences whenever they sing together Four Key elements shape their remarkable sound. Two expressive voices, one acoustic guitar and a musical sensibility deeply rooted in the intimacy of music. AJ's rich baritone and Jonathan's angelic tenor combine flawlessly creating a mood and a sound rarely heard in music today. An approach reminiscent of another pairing whose sound was a rarity in the music of their day...Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. Both from Bethlehem, PA, AJ and Jonathan had been performing separately for a number of years, until a chance meeting in a small local club in 1991 brought them together. An introduction, a musical discovery or two, and moments later they were singing as if they had been performing together for years. "From the first moment we sang together, we knew it was special. The blend was there and the effect was undeniable!" "Paper Walls", their latest CD, is the culmination of their 13-year friendship and performing partnership. "The writing, the harmony, the intimacy, it all has a special appeal. To be performing and see people make a connection and get drawn in, and know you've had an effect on them... that is a great feeling!"