Chalk Dinosaur

Chalk Dinosaur was founded in 2008 as the artist project of Pittsburgh music producer John O’Hallaron, and is known for it’s colorfully diverse and prolific songwriting. Over the years, Chalk Dinosaur has released 28 albums and EP’s, ranging from indie and surf rock to psychedelic rock, electronic dance music, funk, and jam. Some albums are instrumental and some are vocally centered. Some are solo recording projects, while others are collaborative albums featuring the full band.

Chalk Dinosaur (Pittsburgh, PA) as a performance entity is a live electronic duo featuring a fusion of dance, funk and psychedelic rock. Distinctive melodic themes coupled with a groove-focused rhythm section augmented with synthesizers and electronic textures, the live shows are characterized by high energy and emotional diversity.

The touring outfit is comprised of founder, producer & multi-instrumentalist John O’Hallaron, and drummer/co-writer Nick O’Hallaron.

Chalk Dinosaur also performs on special occasions as a four piece band, referred to as Chalk Dinosaur Ensemble, featuring the playing and composing contributions of guitarist Jon Henderson and bassist Michael Berger.