John Mann

The other founding member of Spirit of the West. Born in Calgary, grew up in Winnipeg. Learned to skate shortly after he learned to walk. Then wrecked his knees, but had an operation done by Bobby Orr's surgeon. Is responsible for all the expletives in the lyrics.

Unmistakable voice, which is heard as a guest on many albums including those of Mae Moore ("Dragonfly"), Paul Hyde ("Lunch & the Grape Concession"), The Waltons ("Cock's Crow"); and the acme of guest appearances: his moving vocal on Amos Garrett and Gene Taylor's album where he earnestly chants, "I'm drunk!"

Connoisseur of wine but a cheap date, John lives in Vancouver at a secret location with his family: Jill, Harlan, and Hattie.

Hello all, John here.

On June 18/02 I released a solo album on the Nettwerk label. The album is called 'Acoustic Kitty'.

Produced by Michael Phillip Wojewoda,(he has produced Bare Naked Ladies, The Rheostatics and Spirit of the West's 'Faithlift' and 'Weights and Measures'), Acoustic Kitty features the playing of Doug Elliott of 'Odds' fame and Ford Pier of Veda Hille band, DOA, Roots Roundup and Ford Pier the solo project and Michael on drums.

Feel free to check out my website at www.johnmann.ca

Cheers to you!