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Rowdy Johnson

About Me

Born February 13th 1973 in Apopka, Florida, Rowdy Johnson is without a doubt a throwback to the Outlaw Country movement that was going on during that time. After the death of his mother by the hand of his then step-father, Rowdy went to live with his uncle and aunt at the age of 4. Although life had dealt him more than his share of tragedy and pain, he was insulated by his entire family. Always distant and a self proclaimed loner, Rowdy was a dreamer from an early age. It wasn't long before he embraced his uncle and aunt as his parents and he is quick to corrent anyone that sees it any other way. Although there was no shortage of love, alcoholism and financial struggle clouded his sunny skies. It wasn't until his adult years that he started taking those good and bad times and weaving them into lyrics that are truly a look into his soul. He idolized those that did the same. He found himself drawn to the singer/songriters of the time like Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Hank Williams Jr and eventually Waylon Jennings. It was Waylon who captivated Rowdy and quickly became the measuring stick that all others would then be measured. The mix of country, southern rock and blues was the building blocks of Rowdy's music today. Not one to label himself, Rowdy is as versatile as the heroes he looks up to. Growing up in Florida, he got a heavy dose of Southern music and rebel pride which he wears like a badge of honor today. Never one to be politically correct, Rowdy is an outspoken American who is proud of his heritage, Country and fellow veterans. You can find him today as I did, playing the honky tonks, county fairs, rodeos, military bases or anywhere there's a fan hungry for music with meat on the bone. When asked why he feels drawn to the Outlaws of Country music like Hank, Waylon, Willie and Cash, Rowdy gets a serious look in his eye and says ..."those guys lived it and didn't need Nashville or anyone else to tell them what they should sing about or sound like". And after listening to any Rowdy Johnson song, it's evident that he is of the same mold. In a time where Nashville has lost its way and is becoming more and more like pop music, Rowdy Johnson is a breath of fresh air and is determined to set things right again. As long as he's around, Country's in good hands... -M. Fischer ________________________________________________God bless our fallen military heroes and God bless our fallen Country heroes. -Rowdy

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Member Since: 1/18/2008
Band Website: rowdyjohnson.com
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Influences:Too many to name them all. The biggest influences are Waylon Jennings, Hank Williams Sr. and Jr., Johnny Cash, ZZ Top, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Charlie Daniels, David Allan Coe and early Alabama. There's always something to learn from the teachers...Extended Network Banner made with MyBannerMaker.com! Click here to make your own!Here's the code: Header Banner Made with MyBannerMaker.com! Click here to make your own!

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Record Label: Fast Train Records
Type of Label: Indie

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Rowdy Johnson on XM Satellite Radio!!!!

XM channel 10 has picked up "Six String Outlaw" and will begin playing cuts the first week of September. Call 1-866-267-0349 or email them at [email protected] to request your favorite song from the...
Posted by on Wed, 20 Aug 2008 06:26:00 GMT

Download all songs from "Six String Outlaw"

Rowdy Johnson's "Six String Outlaw"All songs from the debut CD are available on iTunes, Rhapsody, EMusic, Indiependence.net and every other major outlet. You can download individual songs or the entir...
Posted by on Fri, 30 May 2008 17:14:00 GMT

Reinstate Hank Williams

Please click on the link below and sign the petition to reinstate Mr. Country Music, Hank Williams Sr. into the Grand Ole Opry. How can the king of country not be a member of his own church?
Posted by on Sat, 26 Jan 2008 22:32:00 GMT