Chris Ceja,
Mark Leach,
Kenny Anderson,
Victor Wooten,
Joe Miller,
Raphael Guzman, Jr.,
Utaah,
Aaron Lindsey,
Greg Moore,
Rob Williams,
Bill Ransom,
Chris Burge,
Daris Adkins
Sounds Like
Here's what Bass Player Magazine says, Jan 2008:
"Ohio-based Doug Johns gets his rocks off on some seriously hyper-fueled large-band funk on this brash, daring solo debut."
"Imagine Tower Of Power with Victor Wooten on bass."
"Anyone who's got a big enough pair to violate the "No 'Stairway To Heaven' rule" in such flagrant fashion- and still make it work- deserves a listen."
Cleveland-based musician Doug Johns has more than 25 years of bass experience. Performing on local, national, and international stages, Doug has had the opportunity to play with many great talents, developing and furthering his own playing style and technique. Going on the road at a very young age, he honed his groove on stage with many soul, funk, blues and jazz bands, realizing they were all connected by the rhythm of the soul.
Doug’s raw presence, energy, and all-around crowd-wowing prowess can be heard on numerous recordings and stages. Believing that a good musician surrounds himself with great musicians, Doug has had the privilege of working with such greats as Victor Wooten, Buddy Miles, Dweezil Zappa, Dana Rasch, the LA Mass Choir, Grammy-winning producer Aaron Lindsey, Steve Smith, and many others. The culmination of these musical experiences led to the 2006 release of Doug Johns’ self-titled, debut CD.
Currently, Doug is back in the studio, recording his second CD, to be released in 2008. Doug can also be seen on national stages with his two-man project, The Doug Johns Duo, featuring drummer Chris Ceja. In addition to numerous club, clinic and festival bookings, look for Doug and Chris at Summer NAMM 08, the 2008 BassQuake, Bass Player Live, and the 2009 BassBash.
Doug Johns is a great talent, a professional studio musician, and an undeniable stage presence; however, he would rather you think of him simply as a hard working, loyal, and well-rounded person. When he’s not playing music, Doug finds time to design and fabricate professional drag race cars. He can also be found hiking the primitive backcountry of Utah’s canyonlands. In any arena, he’s a man worth meeting.
Doug,hope you got home safe...The NAMM Eden/Randall gig at the Rutledge was off the hook...really enjoyed your set...thats the most sound I've ever heard from just bass and drums!!!Freakin' mindblowing...see ya soon Deeper Blues sez PEACE!!!! support local music no matter where you are !!!!!
Hey Doug, You got Poppin bass lines, strong groves. Definitly a Tower of Power influence. Enjoyed your instructional video. Hope you don't mind I take a few. Thanks for the friendship.
G'day Doug.Your mention of hiking in Australia reminded me where I live & how cool it is,so I went hiking the other day & saw a pod of Dolphins.About 20 of them,playing & jumping out of the water right near a group of surfers.Sheer magic mate.I'm getting some hiking gear fer my birthday next week.Thanks for the inspiration dude.
