Jim Messina was born on December 5, 1947 in Maywood, California, USA as James Melvin Messina. He is married to Michaela Messina. They have two children. He was previously married to Jenny Sullivan.
Appeared on the infomercial for "The Midnight Special - Legendary Performances" video collection. Also appearing are Kenny Loggins, Burt Sugarman and Donna Summer. [2006]
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While at Colton (CA.) High School in 1964, Jim had a band called "The Jesters.".
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Creator and owner of "The Songwriters' Performance Workshop", where he leads 7-day intensive workshops for songwriters and singers at resorts, retreats and hotels around the country.
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Father of two children: Julian Messina and Josey Messina. His son, Julian, is a musician and has been playing drums since he was four years old.
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His wife, Michaela, is an opera singer and a music teacher, who holds a master's degree in education.
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After leaving Poco, he signed a contract with Columbia Records as an independent producer.
writer: "Your Mama Don't Dance" - as James Messina
Paramedics
1988
performer: "RIDE, RIDE, RIDE", "LOVIN' YOU EVERY MINUTE", "PLAYIN' THAT ROCK 'N ROLL", "LONG LEGGED WOMAN", "SWEET LOVE" / writer: "RIDE, RIDE, RIDE", "LOVIN' YOU EVERY MINUTE", "PLAYIN' THAT ROCK 'N ROLL", "LONG LEGGED WOMAN", "SWEET LOVE"
Made in Heaven
1987
producer: "I Am A Child"
Independence Day
1983
performer: "Follow Your Dreams" / producer: "Follow Your Dreams" / writer: "Follow Your Dreams", "Looking for Love"
$4 Million
