Hank
Schlinger
Guitarist
Songwriter
Singer
Composer
Hank Schlinger
Originally from Dallas, Texas, and currently residing in Los Angeles, Hank (both as a solo artist and with his band) has taken center stage at a number of venues in those cities as well as in Massachusetts and Europe.
Hank blends memorable melodies and catchy hooks in songs inspired by folk, blues, and classic rock. The guitar-driven compositions in Hank’s cross-genre catalogue range from heartfelt ballads to energetic rockers.
Musical Influences
Hank’s musical influences include The Beatles and other bands from the British Invasion (Kinks, Who, Yardbirds, Zombies), as well as American bands (CSN&Y, Moby Grape, Lovin’ Spoonful, Youngbloods), and songwriters such as Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Stephen Stills, James Taylor, and Neil Young). Hank’s finger-style country blues playing is heavily influenced by John Fahey and Reverend Gary Davis. If Hank had a radio program, the playlist would be a lot like Tom Petty’s “Buried Treasure” on SiriusXM.
Musical Influences
Hank’s musical influences include The Beatles and other bands from the British Invasion (Kinks, Who, Yardbirds, Zombies), as well as American bands (CSN&Y, Moby Grape, Lovin’ Spoonful, Youngbloods), and songwriters such as Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Stephen Stills, James Taylor, and Neil Young). Hank’s finger-style country blues playing is heavily influenced by John Fahey and Reverend Gary Davis. If Hank had a radio program, the playlist would be a lot like Tom Petty’s “Buried Treasure” on SiriusXM.
Classic Rock
Pop-rock
folk
finger-style country blues
Recordings & Performances
Hank’s critically acclaimed debut solo LP, “One More Invention,” received positive reviews from several publications, including L.A.’s BAM Magazine, for its songwriting and musicianship. Songs such as “Woman of the Earth,” “One More Invention,” and “Love Is Not Enough” have received substantial college radio airplay.
Hank followed “One More Invention” with a five-track EP recorded at Clear Lake Audio in North Hollywood and then another four-track EP recorded at Screenmusic Studios in Studio City. Five songs from “One More Invention” and his EP were featured on KLOS’ Local Licks program.
His song “Mayhill Road” from the “One More Invention” album was featured on the “Ways to Live Forever” soundtrack on Warrior Records.
Hank has performed at local clubs, including the famed Crooked Bar, Canter’s Deli, The Gig, Genghis Cohen, Molly Malones, and Scruffy O’ Shea’s.
Songs
pop rock
Tell Me Why
No More Love In Here
I Want To Do It With You
Classical compositions
finger style blues
Minute Blues
Freight Train
Brenda's Blues
For House Concerts (aka Salons), in addition to his own songs, Hank plays covers by Buddy Holly, The Everly Brothers, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, CSN&Y, Joni Mitchell, Tom Petty, James Taylor, and a variety of other songs from the ’60s, ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, as well as finger-style country blues.
Hank is available to book for house concerts. Fill out the form below to inquire about bookings, collaborations, or licensing opportunities.