JOHN KRAMER
bass guitar

John Kramer, bass player for the group, has worked in several bands since high school. Originally an acoustic folk guitarist, he subsequently played bass in rock n’ roll and rhythm and blues bands in college.

In addition to The Recliners, John also has been involved with a conjunto (Tex-Mex) group and has most recently enjoyed guest stints with Turkana. 

John is a research psychologist at the University of Iowa Medical College and works on projects involving alcoholism, diabetes, and ADHD.