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Meet John.
John Heavern, a mystical lyricist hailing from the snow-dusted corners of Buffalo, New York, is a man who dances in dual worlds. Currently residing in Charlotte, North Carolina, he weaves his poetic tales not just in lyrics but also in the machinery of steel and the rigours of warehouse work. But don’t be fooled by his industrial exterior. John’s soul sings through his collaborations with Dutch composer Martin Gelderman, a partnership that has brought forth over a hundred songs, many still waiting to be unleashed upon the world.
Born in the shadow of Buffalo’s icy winters, John grew up with words and music running through his veins. His lyrical style, rich with mystical imagery and introspection, sets him apart. His creative talents have found a home on Kompoz.com, where he’s penned over 500 songs, with nearly 200 published and 130 “lyric videos” adorning his YouTube channel, a digital temple where words and music intertwine.
However, this lyrical writer is no stranger to the practical world. With an 8-year background in steel fabrication, John mastered a variety of machines, from plasma cutters to forklifts. His time in the Navy saw him promoted quickly through the ranks, thanks to his quick thinking and ability to handle emergency situations at sea.
As the years passed, John’s dual talents flourished. By day, he worked with steel and materials, lifting beams with overhead cranes and ensuring warehouses ran smoothly. By night, he danced through melodies and rhymes, pouring his soul into song. His lyrical journey led to a fruitful collaboration with Gelderman, forming a bridge between American grit and European refinement, creating songs that wander through genres and across oceans.
Now, with nearly two decades of expertise under his belt, John remains a man of contrasts, both a meticulous organiser of raw materials and a dreamer who can pluck words out of the air and set them to music. Whether he’s running a saw or composing a haunting lyric, John Heavern moves through life as a poet in an industrial world, balancing practicality with pure creative spirit.
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