John Baragone

Hi, I sing well & play both electric & acoustic guitar. Beatles, Eagles, Clapton, Santana, Sinatra, 60's, 70's & more. For many of the songs (especially for dancing), I use an iPod for back up (Drums, Bass Guitar, Keyboards, Strings). Songs like 'Just a Gigalo' and 'Mack the Knife' I sing 'karoake' style... maybe some of your guests would like to sing a song, too? (I have a large collection of karaoke tunes on my laptop).

I am also available as a Duo.. thus the name 'The Power of Two'.

I am currently booked at nightclubs/restuarants, private parties, assisted-living facilities for seniors (They love me.. & I love performing for them, too!), the Poconos, a campground and a Harvest Festival.

My music has universal appeal to a wide range of people and age groups. I play annually for the Downs Syndrome Society of NJ's 'Buddy Walk' benefit & their Christmas parties.

I do songs that I enjoy, which gives them energy, life, and an emotional kick, too!

Everywhere I/we play, the people seem to have a great time and go out of their way to compliment me/us.

Looking forward to making your party a success, too!!!

John / The Power of Two

• I Saw Her Standing There - The Beatles
• Already Gone - The Eagles
• Ob Bla Di Ob Bla Da - The Beatles
• Brown-Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
• Mack the Knife - Bobby Darrin
• Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
• My Life - Billy Joel
• Black Magic Woman - Santana
• Crocadile Rock - Elton John
• Just a Gigalo/I Ain't Got Nobody - Louis Prima
• Jailhouse Rock - Elvis Presley
• Something - The Beatles
• Walking By Myself - Gary Moore
• Hey Jude - The Beatles
• Blue Suede Shoes - Carl Perkins/Elvis Presley
• 'Til There Was You - The Beatles
• White Room - Cream
• Daydream - The Lovin' Spoonful
• Margaritaville - Jimmy Buffett
• Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
• Sleep Walk - Santo and Johhny
• Do Wah Diddy - Manfred Mann
• What's Your Name - Lynyrd Skynyrd
• Taking Care of Business - BTO
• Key to the Highway - Derek & the Dominos
• Peaceful Easy Feeling - The Eagles
• Runaway - Del Shannon
• Rocky Mountain Way - Joe Walsh
• Gimmie 3 Steps - Lynyrd Skynyrd
• Stuck in the Middle with You - Stealers Wheel
• Lady Madonna - The Beatles
• Love Potion # 9 - The Clovers
• You May Be Right - Billy Joel
• Don't Do Me Like That - Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
• The Fool on the Hill - The Beatles
• Honey Don't - Carl Perkins
• Born to be Wild - SteppenWolf
• Let It Be - The Beatles
• I Can't Help Falling In Love with You - Elvis Presley
• Lay Down Sally - Eric Clapton
• Here Comes The Sun - The Beatles
• In My Life - The Beatles
• Take It Easy - The Eagles
• Doctor My Eyes - Jackson Browne
• Sure To Fall - Carl Perkins
• WIth A Little Help From My Friends - The Beatles
• Surfin' USA - The Beach Boys
• Running On Faith - Eric Clapton
• Back In the USSR - The Beatles
• Part of the Plan - Dan Fogelberg
• While My Guitar Gently Weeps - The Beatles
• Before You 'Cuse Me - Eric Clapton
• Sister Golden Hair - America
• All My Loving - The Beatles
• Handle With Care - The Traveling Wilburys
• You Won't See Me - The Beatles
• Everybody's Trying To Be My Baby - Carl Perkins
• You're Sixteen - Ringo Starr
• King of the Road - Roger Miller
• And I Love Her - The Beatles
• The Game of Love - Wayne Fontana & the Mindbenders
• Alice's Restaurant - Arlo Guthrie
• Build Me Up Buttercup - The Foundation
• Don't Be Cruel - Elvis Presley
• Another Nail For My Heart - Squeeze
• Under The Boardwalk - The Drifters
• Love & Marriage - Frank Sinatra
• Yellow Submarine - The Beatles
• Bill Bailey - Jimmy Durante's Style
• That's Life - Frank Sinatra
• Unicorn Song - The Irish Rovers
• The Fields of Athenry - Irish Song
• Teenager In Love - Dion & the Belmonts
• This Magic Moment - Jay & the Americans
• How Can I Be Sure - The Rascals
• Rocky Raccoon - The Beatles
• Every Night - Paul McCartney
• My Girl - The Temptations
• The Summer Wind - Frank Sinatra
• McNamara's Band - Traditional Irish Song
• Great Balls of Fire - Jerry Lee Louis
• 409 - The Beach Boys
• I've Got You Under My Skin - Frank Sinatra
• Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond

Anniversaries, Apres Ski Parties, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Sorority Function, Studio Session, Temples, TV Soundtracks, Weddings

• not only was planning and communicating with john was an absolute pleasure, we absolutely could not have been more thrilled with his work at our wedding cocktail hour! we will definitely be recommending him and using him again sometime in the future. thanks!! -- Kristina L, Riverhead, NY, 6/21/2008
• John is a great musician with great songs he will do what ever it takes to get to the event and liven up the place with his amazing guitar riffs and great selection of songs. -- Carlos D, Bayside, NY, 6/15/2008
• John arrived early to set up and started even before the scheduled time. Everyone loved him, he is a very talented musician and also has a great voice. He can sing just about anything always sounding great. We already booked him again. I would highly reccommend him. -- Piero G, Freehold, NJ, 11/23/2007
• John was not just great. He was fantastic. I'll have him back again for my next party. He has a nice personality and has a lot of talent. John turned an ordinary party into a great one. Thanks John. P.S. I'm not related to John. I booked him solely from the internet a few days before the party. -- John B, Colts Neck, NJ, 9/8/2007
• Extremely personable and friendly, John is such a nice guy. We would hire him for ANY event. Wonderful guy! -- John W, Marlton, NJ, 6/30/2007
• John worked excellant for my group. He had the right mix of songs and was very accomodating for all requests from my patrons. I would recommend him and hope to have him back soon. -- Craig T, Jim Thorpe, PA, 2/24/2007
• John was the hit of the party! All of our guests commented on how talented he was. He was very personable and and even let some of the partyers sing with him! It was a great night and we'll be sure to hire John again same time next year! -- Pam W, Glen Rock, NJ, 6/24/2006
• John was great, beside being very talented he was very accomodating and personable, I would recommend him to anyone, Thanks -- Ann A, Branford, CT, 6/16/2006
• John was very professional and yet his kindness and sincerity were clearly evident as he performed. He was patient with the youngsters and charming to our older guests, which helped make our party a success. We would definitely have John entertain at our next affair. He has a nice way of including everyone and he has a good selection of music for all ages. -- Julia J, Tinton Falls, NJ, 6/8/2008
• John was PHENOMENAL at a shower/brunch for 150 people. His voice and arrangement were wonderful, he knew how to judge the tone of the affair.People asked me where I found him --he was so good. And, he was just a kind, nice man. very professional and reliable, emailed me and called me to confirm all beforehand. Definitely recommend him highly -- Risa W, Colts Neck, NJ, 5/2/2009
• John made our party glow. My friends were delighted with his show and everybody was asking how to hire him. My friends were dancing and even singing with him. John contact me as soon as I booked him and a week before the event. He was punctual and courteous. It couldn't be better. I hope my husband hires him for my birthday! LOL.. Thank you John...... you are awesome!!! -- Clara B, Bayonne, NJ, 7/5/2008

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• Janet Villas — Bloomfield, New Jersey