Biography

Gerald Colunga is an artist whose lifelong love of music has developed into acoustic pop/rock performances in coffeehouses, restaurants and other intimate venues. With a playlist that runs from pop standards to modern rock, Gerald's performances reflect his widely varied favorites.

A self-taught musician who neither reads nor writes music, Gerald's interpretation of songs can often leave you wondering why they weren't written that way in the first place.

Gerald's influences are as eclectic as his playlist. His favorite guitarists include Brian May (Queen,) Davey Johnstone (Elton John,) and Jose Feliciano. His vocal influences include Sam Harris, Judy Garland, and Freddie Mercury. He enjoys a wide variety of musical styles as well. Gerald is frequently asked what his favorite song is. "I'd say that my favorite musical piece is Beethoven's 'Moonlight Sonata,' but, my all-time 'pop' standard would have to be 'Somewhere Over The Rainbow' or, really, anything by Harold Arlen. It's the one song that I'll never sing until I'm ready to call it quits".

Gerald is also passionate about the songs from Hollywood and Broadway Musicals. His favorite Hollywood musical is 'A Star Is Born' with Judy Garland who Gerald reveres as one of the greatest entertainers ever. Gerald's frequently performed renditions of 'Any Dream Will Do' and 'Close Every Door' pay homage to his beloved 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat'.

Gerald lives in the Inland Empire with his wife and son.