John Finley (musician)

John Finley
OriginToronto, Ontario, Canada
GenresSoul, Gospel, Rock, R&B
Years active1963–present
Formerly ofJon and Lee & the Checkmates

John Finley (born May 6, 1945) is a Canadian singer-songwriter who came to prominence with Toronto R&B band Jon and Lee & the Checkmates and later with the Elektra supergroup Rhinoceros.

Finley's talents reach over many genres, including R&B, Gospel, Jazz and Rock, and is acclaimed for his song writing, recording and live performances. After Rhinoceros, Finley was a member of Blackstone before engaging in projects with Homestead and Michael Quatro. Finley has worked with the reformed band The Checkmates, and a contemporary jazz and R&B group, SoulBop!. He currently leads his own band in Toronto, Ontario, and released "Soul Singer" in 2020.

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