Michael Johns Online » Upcoming Appearances http://michaeljohnsonline.com Fansite for American Idol contestant, Michael Johns. Tue, 22 May 2012 17:05:29 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 Michael Johns Proudly Supporting The President’s Active Lifestyle Awards 5/22/2012 http://michaeljohnsonline.com/2012/05/18/michael-johns-proudly-supporting-the-presidents-active-lifestyle-awards-5222012/ http://michaeljohnsonline.com/2012/05/18/michael-johns-proudly-supporting-the-presidents-active-lifestyle-awards-5222012/#comments Fri, 18 May 2012 21:33:24 +0000 cakelulu http://michaeljohnsonline.com/?p=5312 Michael is lending his time and talent with his friends from Netball America, to support these wonderful awards for the “I Can Do It, You Can Do It” program in Miami FL 5/22. It was developed by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Office on Disability. It’s a physical fitness/activity program that links mentors with students with disabilities.
We are all so proud of how Michael “gives back”!! Not only super-talented but such a giving spirit!

Press Release

Netball America Participating at President’s Active Lifestyle Award Presentation

Washington, DC, May 18, 2012 –(PR.com)– Netball America has announced that Dr. Jayne Greenberg [District Director of Physical Education and Health Literacy of Miami-Dade] has invited Netball America President Sonya Ottaway and American Idol Finalist, Michael Johns to attend the President’s Active Lifestyle Award (PALA +) presentation in Miami, Florida on May 22, 2012 for the “I Can Do It, You Can Do It” program. This is an initiative developed by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Office on Disability, and is a physical fitness/activity program that links mentors with students with disabilities. 1,200 students with disabilities will be attending the awards presentation.

The mentor provides training and guidance to assist children by becoming physically active by participating for 30 minutes per day, 5 days per week, for 6 week intervals. Students with disabilities who complete the program receive the President’s Active Lifestyle Award patch and certificate. This program was designed to address the childhood obesity and type II diabetes also found in youth with disabilities who are more prone to be inactive. This event is associated with Mrs. Obama’s “Let’s Move” Campaign and is supported by the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition.

“We are honored to participate in the President’s Active Lifestyle Award Presentation. As Netball is an all inclusive sport, it allows different skills, ages and abilities to be well catered for. Our introduction of Netball into Miami-Dade County Public Schools and to students with disabilities will dramatically increase inclusion in the community by helping break down barriers that have historically kept people with and without cognitive disabilities apart,” said Sonya Ottaway, President, Netball America.

Shellie Pfohl, Executive Director, President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition will also be attending to provide M-DCPS students with disabilities their Presidential Active Lifestyle Award. Michael Johns, American Idol Season 7 Finalist will entertain the students, Clara Blum, Executive Office, Kamani, will launch the wireless version of Dance Dance Revolution (DDR), and Sonya Ottaway, President, Netball America, will introduce the students to the fastest growing national sport of netball.

“I’m excited to support the President’s Challenge Physical Activity, Nutrition and Fitness Awards. I truly believe people of all ages and abilities should be provided with opportunities to be educated on nutrition and to participate in physical activity. My participation in sports has opened up more doors for me than I could ever dream of,” said Michael Johns.The event will take place at Felix Varela Senior High School located at 15255 S.W. 96th Street, Miami, Florida 33196 from 11 am to 1 pm on May 22, 2012.

Netball America welcomes all Press and Media enquiries and presence at these events to help raise the profile of the President’s Active Lifestyle Award Initiative and Netball America. Contact: Sarah Wampler at marketing@netballamerica.com.

About Netball America Inc.
Netball America is the premier national Netball organization in the USA, is dedicated to the development and growth of Netball in the USA. We are focused on showing how Netball creates an exciting atmosphere of participation and supports individual progress while encouraging team unity. Netball America seeks to have Netball included as part of the core curriculum for educational systems throughout the USA as a way of promoting good health and aiding in the education of youth. Netball America is the National Governing Body for the 2012 World University Netball Championships and the 2013 World Netball Festival. Netball America is a not-for-profit (501c(3)) association and has members in 27 US States.

Contact Information
Netball America
Sonya Ottaway
+1-714-377-9639
Contact
www.netballamerica.com

http://www.pr.com/press-release/413653

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]]> http://michaeljohnsonline.com/2012/05/18/michael-johns-proudly-supporting-the-presidents-active-lifestyle-awards-5222012/feed/ 2 Let’s Move the Youth & Team USA Netball Fundraiser Saturday, May 19, 2012 http://michaeljohnsonline.com/2012/05/15/let%e2%80%99s-move-the-youth-team-usa-netball-fundraiser-saturday-may-19-2012/ http://michaeljohnsonline.com/2012/05/15/let%e2%80%99s-move-the-youth-team-usa-netball-fundraiser-saturday-may-19-2012/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 03:19:59 +0000 cakelulu http://michaeljohnsonline.com/?p=5276

We invite you to join us for a fun social evening at the NZ Consul Residence, 154 S Rockingham Ave, Brentwood, CA 90049 on Saturday May 19, 6-9pm.

Netball America President, Sonya Ottaway is hosting the event to help the public become aware of how Netball is helping American youth with bullying and obesity while encouraging team unity. All proceeds will go to these ‘Let’s Move the Youth Programs’ as well as support the first ever collegiate Team USA Netball heading to the world championships in South Africa in July.

Tickets only $20 and can be purchased here. Kids under 15 are free. Ticket price includes dinner, drinks (including the new range from Mike’s Hard Lemonade) and great entertainment featuring American Idol finalist Michael Johns, Wilson Phillips guitarist and backup vocalist Troy MacCubbin & band with special guest, Country Artist Stephen Rowe. Master of Ceremonies will be Kirsty Spraggon who is an award winning international speaker and author.
It would be great for you to welcome the first ever all American USA Netball team as they will be present. Be there early to grab a meat pie from the Aussie Import Company. A GOLFTEC professional will be there so you can get a golf swing analysis. Great silent auction items include: 1 week stay in a luxury villa in Orlando; golf lessons; autographed Wilson Phillips CD; 1 hour coaching session with Kirsty Spraggon, a stay at the Ramada West Hollywood and other great items. If you or your company would like to contribute or sponsor this event please contact us. Donations are tax deductible as we are a 501c(3) charity.

Netball players are welcome to the Carson Courts from 9-11am on May 19th to play some Netball games against the National Team.

Thanks again for your support to help promote good health and education of youth.

Cheers,

Sonya Ottaway

President, Netball America

www.NetballAmerica.com

Read the entire article HERE

Please tell all your friends to come out for their chance to see Michael sing live and support this worthy and fun filled evening…besides, doesn’t everyone want to try one of those Aussie meat pies??  :D

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PHOTO CREDIT: MICHAEL’S TWITPIC

On March 6, Michael will be attending the 8th Annual K-Swiss Desert Smash, a charity celebrity tennis event benefitting Variety The Children’s Charity. It will be held again at the beautiful La Quinta Resort and Club.

Some of the superstar tennis greats attending are Novak Djokovic, 2012 Australian Open Men’s Champion, Mardy Fish, America’s top tennis player and World #8, Sam Querrey and MJ’s pals, The Bryan Brothers who are the World’s #1 doubles team!

Entertaining and rockin’ the crowds off their socks will be our super talented idol, Mr. Michael Johns and the fabulous Bryans!

Read all about the event and charity HERE.

Michael tweeted that he was getting “his lazy arse” back on the tennis court to get ready for the event!! In addition to performing, it looks like he’s playing tennis too! :)

 Love that man’s tweets! (follow @Michael_Johns)

Someone’s finally getting his lazy arse back onto the tennis court. Getting ready for Desert Smash at LaQuinta for K Swiss

Have a blast MJ!!! Music, tennis and charity..now that definitely sounds fantastic!!!

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Photo Credit: Thanks to Morton Photography

Rock out at a free concert with MJ and his Idol pals! This will be an awesome show that you definitely don’t want to miss. Details below.

I know lots of fans have been responding that they will be attending….have a fabulous time everyone!! Hopefully we will be posting some photos and videos of the event ;)

It’s time to Funjet some Rock N’ Roll into your January!
We’ve got an opportunity for you to rock out at a great concert event at Union Station and a chance to Funjet Like a Rock Star in Punta Cana by entering our trip for four to the Rock Star Suite at the all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotel & Casino — Punta Cana.

Rock, Funjet and Roll Concert Details:
Funjet Vacations and the new all-inclusive Hard Rock hotels collection present the Rock, Funjet and Roll Concert with performances by artists from American Idol, starring:
MICHAEL JOHNS, BLAKE LEWIS, ALLISON IRAHETA, MATT GIRAUD, DIDI BENAMI, TIM URBAN AND BRANDON ROGERS

Concert Details:

Where: Union Station Great Hall in Chicago, IL
When: Friday, January 13, 2012
Doors Open at 6pm, Concert starts at 7pmThis is a FREE show with general admission — capacity will be cut off at 2,500
To request a general admission ticket, send us an e-mail to funjetrocks@bvk.com and we’ll send you a ticket electronically.

READ ENTIRE ARTICLE HERE

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If you can get to this event, do it!! :)
Michael along with his pal Jeff Foxworth and Jeff’s band, Weekend Excursion, will be performing at the third annual benefit supporting The Jimmy V Foundation against cancer. Jonas Sees In Color will also be performing in this Raleigh, NC event!
So not only will you get to hear some amazing music from MJ and his pals, but you will be helping out a great cause too!

What’s better than that?

To everyone who is attending this benefit show, have a fabulous time and we will be dying to hear all about it.

** Use the code “Jimmy V Benefit” when reserving your hotel room.
Details about the event HERE

Lineup Announced for Weekend Excursion’s Annual Jimmy V Benefit

On December 17, 2011 melodic rockers Weekend Excursion will take the stage for what has become an annual benefit supporting the Jimmy V Foundation in their fight against cancer. This cause hits especially close to home for the band as three of its members have lost their mothers to the disease. This year Lucas Gambit Entertainment will assist in marketing and promotion of the event which will be held at Lincoln Theatre in Downtown Raleigh NC. We are honored to partner in such an honorable cause and are asking for your support as well. All proceeds from the show will be donated to the Jimmy V Foundation and tickets can be purchased in advance here.

The lineup this year will feature Weekend Excursion and two great acts with ties to this region. Former Glassnote Recording Artist, Jonas Sees In Color will perform along with a special appearance and performance by American Idol Season 7 Top 10 finalist Michael Johns.

If you are traveling and are in need of hotel accommodations, we have partnered with Downtown Raleigh’s Clarion Hotel to provide a special rate. We will be announcing other partner discounts and deals in the next couple of weeks so stay tuned.

Jonas Sees In Color

What folks are saying about Jonas Sees In Color:

“A sense of realness and authenticity…what makes great songs so universal.” -AOL

“An indie rock band in the truest sense of the word…showcasing a versatile and delicious knack for infectious melodies and poignant lyricism.” -BMI

“They’ve restored my recently shaken faith in emerging bands to do something original.” -Absolute Punk

American Idol Season 7 Finalist Michael Johns
Australian born Michael Johns was a contestant on the 7th season of American Idol, where he made it into the top 8, before being shockingly eliminated. Johns music career began when at the age of 20 the former tennis player and Australian rules football player moved to Atlanta GA. It was during a brief stint in the indie rock band Film that Johns met and struck up a fast friendship with the members of Weekend Excursion. After releasing a couple of independent albums with Film, Johns signed a record deal, moved to LA and founded the band The Rising who had one commercial release before Johns left the band. After recording an independently produced solo LP, Johns auditioned for American Idol and the rest is, as they say, history.

** Remember to check out our updated Photo Gallery!! Maja has been doing a wonderful job!**

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 Wow!!!  This week fans of  MJ and The Vampire Diaries are in for a huge surprise!!

 ”Come On, Come On”, the rockin’ tune by Michael Johns & The Ontic will be featured on CW’s  The Vampire Diaries this Thursday at 8/7C

This song is part of the fabulous album ”Shaun White: Don’t Look Down (Music from the Film)” and available on itunes  http://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/shaun-white-dont-look-down/id357665199

All the tracks on the album are fantastic showing off the vocals and songwriting talents of Michael and his pals Rye Randa and Jeff Foxworth. There is really something for everyone, so definitely check it out!

The Ontic also have a Facebook page, so please drop by and “like” them HERE 

Vampires and MJ…a killer combination!! BRING ON THURSDAY!!!

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Michael Johns with Netball America President Sonya Ottaway

PHOTO CREDIT: Jennine from MJO

Nashville Tennessee get ready!!!  The Netball Championships and Michael Johns are going to rock your world!

 On November 5, 2011, Netball America will be hosting the Netball National Championships with home team, the Nashville Kangaroos.

Michael will be on hand to sing “God Bless America” just before the finals and will be performing the post event celebration.  Anyone who has seen Michael perform a live show, knows just how fabulous it’ll be :)
Also performing with MJ will be Stephen Rowe, Troy MacCubbin and Dutch Suoninen. Check out their profiles on the poster below. Newly added to the lineup is Jeff  “Shakey” Fowlkes.

Please note that the entry to all events are FREE!!
Netball Championships will be held at the A-Game Sportsplex from 7am-7:30pm
The post game celebration will start immediately afterwards at Dooley’s Irish Tavern.

Mark your calendars, grab your friends and head down to support this growing sport.  You will definitely want to celebrate afterwards with world class musicians including our favourite Michael Johns!!

 

POSTER CREDIT: Sonya Ottaway

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Michael and Syesha will team up once again for a fabulous FREE show at the picturesque Reveille Peak Ranch in Burnet TX this coming Saturday!!  They both bring it when they perform, so if you are in Texas this weekend, you know where the best show is happening!! :)

Bring your friends and family and come on out to support MJ and Syesha!!

Oct 15 – American Idol Stars Perform Free Show!

Where: Reveille Peak Ranch

When: Saturday, Oct 15, 7:30 pm

What: Michael Johns and Syesha Mercado, two stars from American Idol season seven, will perform a free concert for 250 people!

We’re thrilled that Michael and Syesha are including the RPR concert as part of their weekend tour of Central Texas in support of Border to Border for Kids programs that help children in need on both sides of the US-Mexico border. Local singer-songwriter John Arthur Martinez will join the Idols on stage and serve as emcee. The event is produced by ProLink Live.

Reserve your spot by emailing info@rprtexas.com.There are a limited number of reserved seats available for a $25 donation that will be contributed to the Andy Roddick Foundation’s Granite Shoals Youth Tennis Program and the Border to Border for Kids programs.

Michael and Syesha will also help kickoff RPR’s announcement of the Upper Highland Lakes Music and Sports Fest to be held in May 2012. Stay tuned for details!

http://rprtexas.com/2011/06/oct-15-american-idol-stars-perform-free-show/

For more information and directions click HERE

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WHEN 

September 16, 2011 at 8pm

LOCATION

The Viper Room

on

Sunset Strip

8852 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, California

MORE INFO

The Viper Room present Michael Johns with the Banjo Boyz

Door: 7:30pm
$15 at the door
$10 in advance

21 and over

To get your advance tickets, follow the link HERE

**Please note that show time might change to 9pm but will upate so check back often**

 

 Michael tweeted that he would be singing some new songs with a full band :)  

If you are in southern California, please tell your friends and come out to support MJ! His shows are always amazing..hope to see lots of you there!

 

 

 

 

 

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Michael has been working very hard on his single “Cry Cry Cry” and tweeted that it’s 99% done! Just the finishing touches left. I know that everyone is so excited for it so let’s get ready to make it climb to the top of the charts!!

MJ has been tweeting up a storm which included an impromptu and full of fun twitter party on Monday…..
Coming up!!

Thursday, July 28 – Roseville (Sacramento area) at the outdoor Summer Of Fun Entertainment Series at Westfield Galleria.
MJ will perform along with LaToya London and Nikki McKibbon! If you are in the area, definitely plan to attend..it’s a free outdoor show and Michael is amazing live! UPDATE: haven’t seen any videos or photos from this event..if you have some, fans would love to see them! :)
http://rosevillept.com/detail/180292.html

Sunday, July 31 – the Farmer’s Classic Tennis at UCLA, the National Anthem
Hoping we get a video of this..MJ always kills the anthem and hopefully he will get to watch and/or play some tennis :) UPDATE: MJ didn’t get to sing due to ESPN time constraints. He kills the anthem so he’ll be doing it again soon I am sure!

Saturday August 13 10pm – Molly Malones LA, 21 and up, acoustic show. 21 and over $8
Molly Malone’s is known for some of the best local music and I was lucky enough to see MJ play a fabulous show here in 2010! I highly recommend going if you can..his acoustic shows are absolutely fantastic!
http://www.mollymalonesla.com/

NEW Saturday, August 20 at 10:30 pm -Tin Roof Cantina Atlanta, with Brian Wiltsey
MJ will be back at his old stomping grounds with his pal and former guitarist Brian Wiltsey. The Tin Roof loves to support MJ and I have no doubt he and Brian will pack the place as usual..a very popular event!! :)
http://http://tinroofcantina.com/index.php?option=com_gigcal&task=details&gigcal_gigs_id=1389&Itemid=47

 Friday, September 16 at 9pm – Viper Room LA, full band and new songs
This one, at the famous Viper Room sounds spectacular and definitely not to be missed!!
http://www.viperroom.com/

Sounds like Michael has a very busy month or two ahead and fans are going to have some fun!! I will be updating the blog with more information and future shows as they become available.

Just a reminder to please tell all your friends and followers on social media sites about the new music and shows..let’s spread the word everywhere!!!
Stay tuned for a whirlwind of MJ news! :)

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