ABOUT BRIAN

Brian Johnson has been involved in music ever since he was a child. He began piano at age thirteen. He would soon change instruments at age fifteen while watching his big brother Randy play the guitar. Brian's first stringed instrument was the bass, but soon he learned his instrument of choice would be the guitar. After playing guitar for only a very short time, Brian was fluently emulating his favorite artists. Some of Brian's influences include Chet Atkins, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, Brian Setzer, Elvis Presley, many of the blues greats, Carl Johnson (Brian's father), Randy Johnson (Brian's brother), Woody Brackeen (friend, great singer), Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Junior Brown, Mark Knofler, Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Tommy Emmanuel, Vince Gill, Jeff Cobble (great local guitarist) and many more.

INFLUENCES

SRV, Jimi Hendrix, Buddy Guy, Albert King, Albert Collins, BB King, Brian Setzer, Chet Atkins, Merle Travis, Tommy Emmanuel, Brad Paisley, Jeff Healey, Alex Lifeson, Eric Clapton, John Mayer.
Favorite vocalists include: Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison and Chris Isaak.

THE BAND

Mike Jordan (drummer), Randy Middleton (bass), Hal Butler (keys)....Other performers that frequently appear, Pete Medello (drums), Russ Wheeler (keys).

SPECIAL THANKS

First to the folks that come out and support this band. The audience is what makes each and every show. Next, to the above fellows mentioned that I'm fortunate enough to have play with me. Hats off and my appreciation is extended for sharing the labor of love called music. Specific folks, My Dad, Carl Johnson and my brother Randy Johnson. Woody Brackeen, Ronnie Brackeen, Art Street, and many more that I don't have room to mention. Finally, a special thanks to (DJ)Wesley Flint. As a former band member he has kept up with this effort and supported it beyond measure. Supplying everything from the sound system right down to the creation of this website.

RECOGNITION

I've been playing the local scene for about ten years now and have been fortunate to meet and play with some of Memphis finest musicians. In recognition and appreciation of those that share the common thread of pouring your soul out on some late night stage. A few that I've had the pleasure of meeting are as follows: Jeff Cobble (guitarist), Buddy Church (guitarist), Kirk Smithhart (guitarist), the late Corey Osborne (guitarist), Steve Harper (guitarist), Carey Scarbrough (guitarist), Craig Yarbrough (guitarist), Mike Stoker (bass), Randy Middleton (bass), Pete Mendello (drums), Mike Jordan (drums), Brad Webb (guitar), Bob Sally (guitar), John Boswell (drums), DeWayne Cleveland (drums), Kelly McDonald (bass), the list could go on and on. There is a lot of great talent in Memphis. My show of support to fellow musicians. SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ARTIST!!!!

MY GEAR

Amps - Fender Super Reverb, Peavey Classic 30
Effects - Tube Screamer 808, Tube Screamer TS9, Vox Wah Pedal, Univibe
Guitars - Blonde Fender Strat, Fender Tele, Gretsch 6120