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 Scott Albert Johnson's Profile |
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"Umbrella Man leaves no stone unturned." [RELIX] |
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| Location: | JACKSON, Mississippi |
| Country: |  United States |
| Last Login: | May 28, 2008 (568 days back) |
About Me |
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Publicity (Europe): Peter Holmstedt, HemifranTo order Scott’s debut album, Umbrella Man, CLICK HERE ! Art Direction by Jimbo Harwell"Umbrella Man leaves no stone unturned. Scott Albert Johnson’s debut mixes blues, rock, folk and jazz, unified by first-rate harmonica playing." (Maureen Palli, Relix) ( link to full article )"Scott Albert Johnson is a harmonica player of the highest class, and a fine and versatile singer and songwriter as well. He has been blessed with a beautiful, clear and unique voice, and his harp playing varies between steaming blues solos, Toots Thielemans-like jazzy stuff, and more subtle playing. His style intermingles pop, jazz and roots music and, of course, blues influences." (Rootstime) ( link to review ) [in Dutch]"Irresistible and virtuosic in its breadth... Umbrella Man is a work of rare beauty and innovation... Rich, bluesy, and played with a heartfelt passion for the musical craft, his songs come as a refreshing challenge to a scene stifled by genre." (Tuesday Magazine) ( link to review -- link to interview )"Scott Albert Johnson is a virtuoso harmonica player. But he’s also an accomplished singer and songwriter, as his debut CD Umbrella Man undeniably proves... Johnson’s musical versatility is on prominent display on Umbrella Man, a disc that mixes blues, rock, folk and jazz into a varied and eclectic stew." (Carey Miller, [Jackson, MS] Clarion-Ledger) ( link to full article )"On Umbrella Man, Scott Albert Johnson displays the confidence of a seasoned musician. With never a dull moment, the album takes the listener on a ride. It has taken Johnson three years to bring Umbrella Man to fruition. It has definitely been worth the wait." (Andi Agnew, Jackson Free Press)"Umbrella Man is a frighteningly solid Southern rock jam. Scott Albert Johnson’s harp and mojo are strong medicine." (Herman Snell, music editor, Jackson Free Press)"Umbrella Man is a moving, class act. Every track will grab you and take you on a rockin’, moving, headbobbing, toetapping, harmonic journey." (Victor Jones, Georgia Improper)----------Songwriter, singer, and harmonica player Scott Albert Johnson has lived a nomadic life. Born in St. Louis and raised in Jackson, Mississippi, it was his thirst for knowledge and inspiration that eventually had him living in more zipcodes in just a few years than most of us do in a lifetime. In cities on both coasts (and some in between), Johnson immersed himself in the local culture before realizing that he’d ultimately find the most success -- both musically and personally -- by returning home.Johnson left that home at age 18 to attend college at Harvard, where he kicked field goals for the football team (he still ranks highly on the school’s career kick-scoring list). He worked in politics briefly after graduation, then studied journalism at Columbia University. A few more years in various new media and nonprofit jobs followed, but music kept calling him home in more ways than one. "My decision to move back to Mississippi -- and I have always considered it to be home, even though I lived away for many years -- was affected by family, musical, and other personal considerations," he says. "It was the best decision I’ve ever made. I wouldn’t trade my experiences living all around the USA for anything, and I still really like all of those places I lived, but it feels right being here. I’m blessed with a wonderful wife, two beautiful baby boys, and a tremendous extended family and group of friends and collaborators. Plus, music seems just to live in the air down here."It was while performing with artists he admired -- including Dorothy Moore, Bloodkin, Jerry Joseph and R.E.M.’s Mike Mills among many others -- that Johnson began work on his debut CD, Umbrella Man. The rootsy songwriter’s newfound sense of home and stability reveals itself throughout the album, which was recorded in Jackson and New Orleans. Like many of Johnson’s musical points of reference (including Mark Knopfler, Randy Newman, Bruce Hornsby and Van Morrison), his songs are lyrically tender and thought-provoking while his warm, rich voice and considerable harmonica skills are on display throughout. "I’ve always felt most influenced by, or attuned to, artists who are kind of what I would call triple-threats, says Johnson. "They sing well, they play at least one instrument very well, and they write great songs. I take each of these three parts of the equation as seriously as any other part. I also feel most in tune with artists who kind of ’are their own genre,’ borrowing from many different kinds of music. I hope my music reflects that."Umbrella Man was self-produced over a period of three years with local and regional musicians providing the backdrop for Johnson’s tuneful ruminations on life, love, and the true meaning of "home." In addition to nine original songs, the album also includes a faithful harmonica version of Wynton Marsalis’ "In the Court of King Oliver", featuring a cast of stellar New Orleans musicians that includes legendary drummer Johnny Vidacovich.In April of 2007, Johnson had a career highlight of sorts when he performed as one of three official "future Grammy prospects" at "Mississippi: Birthplace of America’s Music", an official Grammy event hosted by the Governor of Mississippi, Haley Barbour. Johnson performed with Marty Stuart, legendary guitarist James Burton, Swedish pop superstar Carola, and the Williams Brothers, among others. "It was one of those nights you just fantasize about, and just an incredible honor," Johnson says.Scott’s original songs include the track "Hollywood", about a young man’s sacrifices to achieve his dreams; "What About Your Man", a look at infidelity from the sharpest and, perhaps, loneliest corner of the love triangle; "Spaceship", a blazing and exuberant paean to a light in the sky; "Turn Out Fine", a rollicking glance back at a past lover; "Magnolia Road", an ode to home and the other important things in life; and more. It’s been a long haul, but Johnson’s career goals are simple. "All I have ever wanted, from a musical standpoint, was to be able to make a living sharing my music with as many people as possible," he says. "That sounds like a reasonable enough expectation, but there are so many great musicians who struggle to get their songs heard. I’m very grateful for each person who tells me they like my music, or buys my album, or comes to a show, because it means I’ve made a connection with them, and it brings me one step closer to my goal."Some of the many fine musicians with whom Scott has performed or recorded include:Marty Stuart James Burton Mike Mills (R.E.M.) Johnny Vidacovich Jerry Joseph Carola (Sweden) The Last Waltz Ensemble The Williams Brothers (gospel) Bloodkin Rocket 88 Scissormen Johnny Sketch and the Dirty Notes Big Al & the Heavyweights daybreakdown James McBride Coco Robichaux Molly Thomas Willie Heath Neal License this music for commercial use through Pump Audio This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 2.5 License |
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Music:Member Since: 1/20/2006Band Website: scottalbertjohnson.com Influences: Louis Armstrong Johnny Cash Stevie Wonder Levon Helm Paul Butterfield Bob Dylan Pink Floyd Bruce Hornsby Toots Thielemans Howard Levy Mickey Raphael Muddy Waters Little Walter Miles Davis Robbie Robertson Van Morrison Neil Young Widespread Panic Peter Gabriel Daniel Lanois Wynton Marsalis The Police Galactic Johnny Vidacovich Greg "Fingers" Taylor North Mississippi Allstars John Popper Record Label: CoolByMe Type of Label: Indie |
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My Background and Lifestyle |
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| Occupation: | Music Artist (Jam Band / Rock / Jazz) |
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My Blog |
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SAJ signs with Hemifran |
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| I am happy to announce that I have recently signed with the Sparsor, Sweden-based Hemifran, a music A&R, publicity and booking company. Hemifran handles publicity in Europe for such major cl... Posted by Scott Albert Johnson on Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:42:00 PST |
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SAJ in Nashville @Family Wash tonight (Feb. 28)!!! |
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| Hey, just wanted to let you folks within shouting distance of Nashville know that the Scott Albert Johnson Band will be playing TONIGHT (Thursday, February 28th) at the Family Wash... Posted by Scott Albert Johnson on Thu, 28 Feb 2008 10:18:00 PST |
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Thursday 2/21/2008: SAJ Band @ Proud Larry’s in Oxford! |
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| Hey, just wanted to let our north Mississippi friends know about a very special show this Thursday night (February 21st)... The Scott Albert Johnson Band will be playing at Proud Larry'... Posted by Scott Albert Johnson on Wed, 20 Feb 2008 10:34:00 PST |
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SAJ Band @ HeARTs Against AIDS this Saturday |
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| Hi all... just a quick note that the Scott Albert Johnson Band is honored to perform at the HeARTs Against AIDS benefit show this Saturday night (February 9th). The event will be at Hal & Ma... Posted by Scott Albert Johnson on Sat, 09 Feb 2008 06:37:00 PST |
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SAJ in MEMPHIS at Int’l Blues Challenge: Thurs, Fri (& Sat?) |
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| Hi all... just a quick note that the Scott Albert Johnson Band will be playing in the International Blues Challenge this weekend in Memphis, TN. We will play Thursday and Friday night (and also ... Posted by Scott Albert Johnson on Thu, 31 Jan 2008 06:55:00 PST |
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SAJ in Relix! |
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| Hi everone... just wanted to know that I am in the new issue of Relix Magazine (the February/March issue) that is hitting newsstands as we speak. I'm one of five acts in their monthly "On the Ve... Posted by Scott Albert Johnson on Thu, 17 Jan 2008 07:20:00 PST |
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pics from Grammy show with James Burton, Marty Stuart, more |
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pics from Grammy show with James Burton, Marty Stuart, more
Hi everyone... I just posted some pics from the Grammy show I played back in April 2007 in Jackson MS... I got to play with some leg... Posted by Scott Albert Johnson on Thu, 17 Jan 2008 07:20:00 PST |
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Review / interview in Tuesday Magazine |
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| Hi all... just wanted to let you know about a cool review and interview in Tuesday Magazine, a student magazine at Harvard University. They interviewed me right before my gig there on Oct. 26th,... Posted by Scott Albert Johnson on Thu, 17 Jan 2008 07:20:00 PST |
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Happy Birthday Charlie! |
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| Charlie Johnson turns two today... yippie!Love,Scott Albert, Susan Margaret, and Benjamin Johnson Posted by Scott Albert Johnson on Thu, 17 Jan 2008 07:20:00 PST |
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Thursday @ Hal & Mal’s, next Friday in Oxford, northeast tour |
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| Hey all... just a quick note about some upcoming Scott Albert Johnson Band shows:-- This Thursday night, Sept. 13th, at Hal & Mal's (www.halandmals.com) in Jackson. We'll kick things of... Posted by Scott Albert Johnson on Thu, 17 Jan 2008 07:20:00 PST |
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