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Eric Johnson

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  • Genre: Blues / Jazz / Rock

    Location AUSTIN, Un

    Profile Views: 750837

    Last Login: 5/9/2013

    Member Since 11/18/2006

    Website www.ericjohnson.com

    Record Label Several

    Type of Label Major

  • Bio

    Your comments are appreciated. Please do not send personal messages to this site as we cannot guarantee that Eric will be able to respond. .. ...... ......ERIC JOHNSON'S New CD UP CLOSE AVAILABLE NOW!........ Also available is Live From Austin, TX '84... This CD/DVD digipack set features Eric's first appearance on ..Austin City Limits from 1984. Since the 1980's, Eric Johnson has been one of the most critically acclaimed rock guitarists, as evidenced by the success of such releases as 'Ah Via Musicom,' 'Venus Isle,' and his latest offering, 'Up Close.' And soon, Johnson will be launching his summer tour to continue support of his latest album, fresh off of appearances on the 2012 Experience Hendrix Tour. From June 26th through August 26th, Johnson will be touring the world from coast to coast The band members on the Summer Tour will be long time favorite Chris Maresh on bass guitar and Wayne Salzmann II on drums. Also recently released was a vinyl version of 'Up Close,' issued on 180 gram vinyl, and housed in a beautiful special double LP gatefold package with printed sleeves. Additionally, 'Up Close' was remastered specially for this vinyl release by Jim Wilson. A long time in the making , 'Up Close' has received rave reviews. All Music Guide pointed out that "[Johnson] continues to find interesting ways to hone his specific craft on 'Up Close'," while Premier Guitar Magazine raved "Johnson has created another worthy addition to his already legendary catalog." Also, it shouldn't be overlooked that 'Up Close' features an impressive list of special guests (Sonny Landreth, Steve Miller, Jimmie Vaughan, and Jonny Lang). Speaking to M Music Magazine, Eric had the following to say about what his goals were for 'Up Close.' "We're all the sum of our history. After a while, we start to create certain patterns in what we do. I wanted to break some of that repetition. If you keep to the same format, the vibe stays the same, even though the music might change. If you want to grow, you have to break down walls and find ways to work that are different from the past." Additionally, Johnson graced the cover of a recent issue of Guitar Player Magazine, was named Guitar International's "Guitarist of the Year," and has won an unprecedented 33 awards at the Austin Music Awards since 1982, including taking home "Best Electric Guitar," "Best Acoustic Guitar," and "Best Instrumental Band" awards at this year's ceremony. Johnson has long been considered one of rock's most talented six-string players, as evidenced by his aforementioned platinum-certified 1990 release, 'Ah Via Musicom," its hit single "Cliffs of Dover," as well as a Grammy Award win for "Best Rock Instrumental Performance" in 1991. The song also recently was introduced to a whole new generation of rock fans, when it was featured in the hit videogame, 'Guitar Hero.' FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT: www.ericjohnson.com, www.facebook.com/officialericjohnson

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    Many

  • Influences

    Jimi Hendrix, John McLaughlin, Joni Mitchell, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, The Yardbirds, Wes Montgomery, Chet Atkins, Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs, Led Zeppelin, Jeff Beck, The Bluesbreakers

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  • Marco Rocchi

    Hi Eric  waiting for you in concert in Italy. 

    1 year ago
  • Big D

     Just got back from the "Hendrix" show in Tulsa...Very Nice Work,What amp were you using?

    1 year ago
  • Eric Johnson

    The First Experience Hendrix show with EJ is tomorrow in Orlando! See you there!

    1 year ago
  • Adán García

     I hope see you in Mexico!!!

    1 year ago
  • Tragedia Dekadencia

     happy new year! I have been learning to play the song venus isle! the solo part is sometimes difficult to catch up!

    1 year ago
  • Eric Jousset

    Eric Jousset souhaite un bon WE à tout le monde. Have a good WE. 

    1 year ago
  • Hammer

    hi eric took yrs to find this page i looked before and found millons of  eric johnsons but not you . easy knowing im stubborn guitarst that doesnt take no for an answer.your music helped me through 2.5 tough yrs of my life i dreamed of playing cliffs and it kept me goeing day in day out  i must of spent thousands of hours learning im nearly there when you bring guitar to those dizzy high notes i float away in the music it like if you dream it you can play it. im working on victory and trademark idream of the day ill get there .im a ej addict. im 40 married my son is driven mad every time he gets in the car your there blaring out.maybe some day you play dublin . cheers happy christmas to you and your  thanks again karl mc goona/

    1 year ago
  • Eric Johnson

    Looking forward to seeing you all in 2012!

    1 year ago
  • Eric Dupré

    Thanks for your music Eric !! Cheers from France !!
    L.D.FUSION "Premonition"
    1st album available now !
    http://www.myspace.com/ldfuz

    2 years ago
  • JOHN C MICHELSON

    Hi Eric , I just Bought Your New Cd.
    I'm Love It !! Perfection Of Tones
    I Also Like The Guest Apperances You Brought Aboard.
    I watched Your Studio Up Close Video Al;so, Man A Beautiful Studio !!
    I Have a Very Budget Studio, But Have Worked As A Session Player, Been In The Big Real Studios.
    thks for the great music again
    plz Stop By My Site when you Can I Have a Listen To My Original Creations.

    2 years ago
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