Mar 4, 2018 | Al Johnson Performing Songwriter Contest, Blog & News
1. Other than sweet potato tater tots, what’s the most interesting aspect to performing live in local venues? Wait, there’s more to a show than sweet potato tater tots? Are you SURE? Honestly, my favorite thing about performing live is the chance to forge...
Mar 4, 2018 | Al Johnson Performing Songwriter Contest, Blog & News
1. Where is the best place to experience songwriting utopia? A place that serves you a fine vintage bottle of Bordeaux. Just kidding. I have enjoyed writing just about everywhere… from locations and climates that were glamorous to downright hideous. The vista is...
Mar 2, 2018 | Al Johnson Performing Songwriter Contest, Blog & News
Who gave you the nickname “Wicked Wit of the West” and what does it mean? My friend Steve Brooks, who is a wonderful writer and songwriter, gave me that nickname several years back. We’ve written a few songs together, including “Let the Men Buy...
Mar 2, 2018 | Al Johnson Performing Songwriter Contest, Blog & News
1. Do you have a favorite quote, lyric, or credo that you live by? My credo is real simple: be kind and be thankful. I do my very best to treat people the way I want to be treated and to show kindness and generosity whenever I can. I suppose the thing I try hardest to...
Mar 1, 2018 | Al Johnson Performing Songwriter Contest, Blog & News
1. What does it mean to be selected as a finalist for this competition? It’s an honor! Wildflower is a festival that many songwriters hold in high acclaim and to have my songs be selected, it feels great. 2. How did you select the songs for the Wildflower...