Some Michael Johns news bits in my inbox today
August 22, 2008
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Eighth-place finalist Michael Johns came to the United States in 1998 on a college tennis scholarship. Now 29, he’d been signed to record deals with Maverick, Columbia and an indy label in the past.
“I had three record deals,” Johns said. “That’s why I felt so bad for Carly. She was getting so much grief over (having one).”
Going on “Idol” gave Johns “another chance at a career.” He’s got a new album in the works with distribution through a major label. Johns already has a song written by Diane Warren, who has penned countless hits, including “Because You Loved Me” for Celine Dion. And he’s been asked to consider songs by Linda Perry, John Shanks and Cliff Magness.“I mean, these are huge names in the business,” said Johns, who is often compared to late Doors frontman Jim Morrison and late INXS singer Michael Hutchence.
“I grew up in the grunge era,” Johns said. “When I was 14, 15, 16 — really getting into music — it was all Nirvana, all Pearl Jam, all Soundgarden for me. So it wasn’t until later on that I rediscovered INXS and The Doors and all the rest of it. I was a little bit backward. From the very moment I started performing in bands, people would say, ‘Man, you remind me of Michael Hutchence or Jim Morrison.’ I’m like, ‘I’m not trying to be that and blah, blah, blah.’ But you can’t help what your voice sounds like.”
Short review from Starexponent.com
Thank goodness for Michael Johns! He came onto the stage like he owned it singing “We Are the Champions” (Queen). He was quite comfortable in the spotlight — chatting with the audience, commenting how big the Verizon Center was — and yet it felt very intimate to him. His soulful rendition of “It’s All Wrong But It’s All Right” (Dolly Parton) had the ladies swooning. He said Randy Jackson didn’t care for his next number — “Dream On” by Aerosmith — but he was going to sing it anyway and it brought the house down. Michael appeared to be genuinely appreciative of the crowd’s response to his performance.
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August 22nd, 2008 at 7:53 am
I can’t wait for your album MJ!! I’m so excited!! You are such a STAR!!
August 22nd, 2008 at 8:25 am
Yes…thank-goodness for Michael Johns!!! I am such a huge fan and can’t wait for his album and solo tour..I will be sooo there!!
August 22nd, 2008 at 8:30 am
Whichever path you took to discover “you”, Michael, was the right one! You’re a star and the future looks very bright for you. You could record “Mary Had a Little Lamb” and I’d buy it! I am so looking forward to your solo tour!
August 22nd, 2008 at 9:38 am
Michael is such a talented singer…before Idol, during Idol and now after Idol!!!!! The new Cd will undoubtedly bring new fans because of Michaels amazing talent and charisma!!!!!! When Michael sang “Dream On” the message was clear ( I have not a CLUE what Randy J was thinking??) the dream is coming true and we as fans are blessed that Michael NEVER gave up on his dreams. PS: You will be traveling in your own Tour Bus SOON!!!!!!!!!
August 22nd, 2008 at 10:46 am
All great news!! Michael’s reviews have been outstanding!!!
I can hardly wait for his new CD and own tour!!
August 22nd, 2008 at 11:25 am
Love it!! I’m so excited for his cd and solo tour!!!
August 22nd, 2008 at 12:41 pm
I saw the Idols tour in Duluth Ga and we just did not get enough of Michael plus Larry King took of of the fan time. I hope it is true that Michael will be moving back to GA.
August 22nd, 2008 at 1:23 pm
Michael im sooooooooooooooooooo excited for your single AND your album!! Please come to cincinnati on tour so i can meet you!!!!! (again lol) And yes, Thank goodness for michael johns!!!!!!!!!! what would i do without him?? lol
August 22nd, 2008 at 2:19 pm
Great reviews Michael!!!! You have such great talent! Can’t wait for the single and Album! Please come back to the Ohio area on your solo tour!!!!!!!!!!!!
August 22nd, 2008 at 5:03 pm
“Thank goodness for Michael Johns!” - he brought down the house! that’s our boy!
August 22nd, 2008 at 7:36 pm
I can’t wait for your single and new album to come out. You are sure to be a star, you already are in my book. I am your fan for life! Come tour in NY again, please!
August 22nd, 2008 at 9:33 pm
Ok, I’ll start saving now so i can give your cd to everyone I know!
August 27th, 2008 at 9:43 am
It was hard sitting thru some of that concert but it was all worth it to see Michael.