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Artist: Smalltown Poets
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Group Members:

Michael Johnston, Miguel DeJesus, Kevin Breuner, Byron Goggin, Nathan Blackstone, Dan Stephens

Similar Artists:

The Kry, MxPx, Starflyer 59, Mortal, Jars of Clay, Code of Ethics, Hoi Polloi, Deitiphobia, Bleach, Chagall Guevara

Influenced By:

Gin Blossoms, Toad the Wet Sprocket, The Rembrandts, R.E.M., Foo Fighters

Performed Songs By:

Miguel DeJesus

Formal Connection With:

Villanelle
See Smalltown Poets Lyrics
  • Formed: 1996
  • Genres: Gospel
  • Representative Albums: "Smalltown Poets," "Listen Closely," "Third Verse"

Biography

The alternative CCM group Smalltown Poets was formed in Tifton, GA. by singer/guitarist Michael Johnston, keyboardist Danny Stephens and drummer Byron Goggin, high school pals who'd played in bands together throughout their formative years (including Villanelle, which released an independent-label album titled Pinwheels and Orange Peels in 1996). In the spring of 1996, the lineup grew to include guitarist Kevin Breuner and bassist Miguel DeJesus; a year later, the Smalltown Poets signed to Chordant to issue their self-titled debut album. A series of lineup changes followed before the group -- now consisting of Johnston, Breuner, DeJesus and drummer Nathan Blackstone -- resurfaced with Listen Closely in 1999 and Third Verse in fall 2000. ~ Jason Ankeny, All Music Guide
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Smalltown Poets
Origin Georgia, USA
Genres Christian rock
Years active 1996–present
Website www.smalltownpoets.com
Members
Michael Johnston - vocals, guitar
Troy Stains - guitar
Alex Peterson - bass guitar
Matt Goldman - drums
Former members
Danny Stephens - keyboards
Byron Goggin - drums
Kevin Breuner - guitar
Miguel DeJesús - bass guitar

Smalltown Poets is a Christian rock band formed in 1996. It was formed in Tifton, Georgia by high school friends Michael Johnston (guitars/vocals), Danny Stephens (keyboards), and Byron Goggin (drums).

The band was originally named Villanelle when it was formed by Byron Goggins (drums), John Graham (bass guitar), Michael Johnston (lead vocals), Lee Moody (guitar), and Danny Stephens (keyboards). The band achieved recognition with their eponymous first album, released in 1997. Despite line-up changes, the band has managed to stay active[citation needed] for more than ten years, releasing three albums on Ardent Records and one on BEC Recordings. The band is currently on hiatus after their fourth studio album called It's Later Than It's Ever Been.

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Band Members

Villanelle Members

Current Smalltown Poets Members

Former Smalltown Poets Members

Discography

Other projects

Further reading

  • "Smalltown Poets". 7ball (12). May / June 1997. 
  • "Smalltown Poets". 7ball (23). March / April 1999. 

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