About me:
Johnny Rogers was born in Chicago to parents that were born in the southern states of Kentucky and Tennessee. His father was a radio personality in the late 40’s and early 50’s, who crossed paths with some of the biggest legends of music history Elvis, Hank Sr., George Jones, Lefty Frizel, Marty Robbins and Conway Twitty, to mention a few. When he was very young his father gave him his first guitar. He had no interest in playing, until he heard Buddy Holly for the first time. The song was Rave On. He said it was like someone or something turned a switch on inside of him. From that moment on he knew what he wanted to be in life and that was someone like Buddy. His father showed him a few basic chords. That was all he needed to get started playing. While he was in high school he tried starting his own band, but finding kids his own age with the same taste in music seemed to be impossible. So, he began to look for older guys that grew up listening to the music. He started sneeking in the honky tonks with his fathers help and a fake ID. But, he wasn’t there to drink, he was there to learn about becoming an entertainer.
Johnny’s father was very good friends with a Chicago honky tonk legend by the name of Jimmy Nichols. Johnny’s father had given Jimmy his start in the late 50’s and now Jimmy would return the favor. Johnny started playing lead guitar for Jimmy Nichols at the age of 15. He was self taught and learned all styles of music. Johnny made his debut on stage at the Off Broadway Lounge. Immediately he was a big draw. People would come from miles around to see the kid with horn rim glasses and lightning guitar licks. Johnny continued playing guitar for the Chicago legend until he was 21 and it was time to start his own band and his own show.
Johnny will transport his audience back in time when you could go to your favorite malt shops with your favorite girl and dance to your favorite bands. His show will start with his portrayal of country legend Johnny Cash. By his side is the legendary Tommy Allsup (2 time Grammy winning Producer and Artist). Tommy played on more than 6,500 sessions and was Buddy Holly’s friend and lead guitarist from 1958-1959. He escaped death when flipping a coin wth Ritchie Valens. Ritchie called heads and the rest is Rock N Roll history. The second show Johnny will portray Elvis Presley re-creating his Sun Studio and early RCA years. The show will climax with Johnny’s uncanny portrayal of the late great Buddy Holly.
L.R.
ha john your looking good buddy come out and see us you get a chance your buddy george will be doing some job with me you know where were at it on my profile keep up the good work
ha john your looking good buddy come out and see us you get a chance your buddy george will be doing some job with me you know where were at it on my profile keep up the good work
Johnny - What an AWESOME show in Clear Lake at the Surf Ballroom with you and Tommy Alsup. Getting to meet Tommy was a real thrill and he is certainly a true country gentleman. The whole weekend was way beyond what I ever expected it to be. Just watching and listening to all those oldies was fantastic. The memories each song brought to mind was such a step back in time. Watching Tommy perform with the Crickets was amazing!!! Thank you again for a wonderful show and taking care of your #1 fans.
that was another fantasic show at the surf! it was great getting to talk to you, and thanks for taking a pic with us, and getting the pic with us and tommy. they turned out great.
can't wait for the next show!
b
Thank you - Dino and Johnny. That was the greatest surprise. "Reach Out and Touch Someone" has a new meaning!!!!! I appreciate your kindness more than you will ever know. Johnny - you are the greatest performer and Dino you are the greatest webmaster!!!! As well as being two great guys!!!! RAVE ON!!!
WOW AWESOME - can't say enough about Dec. 8th and 9th here in Iowa - Johnny, you are just the most awesome performer. Saturday was the absolute best. Thank you so much for the coke, dancing with me, singing to me -just everything - it was an unforgettable weekend. My son is still talking about his mother at the Honky Tonk. We had just the best time and sorry we couldn't make it up to Decorah. You take care and see you in Clear Lake. Hi to Daveed and Mauro.
Johnny Rogers was born in Chicago to parents that were born in the southern states of Kentucky and Tennessee. His father was a radio personality in the late 40’s and early 50’s, who crossed paths with some of the biggest legends of music history Elvis, Hank Sr., George Jones, Lefty Frizel, Marty Robbins and Conway Twitty, to mention a few. When he was very young his father gave him his first guitar. He had no interest in playing, until he heard Buddy Holly for the first time. The song was Rave On. He said it was like someone or something turned a switch on inside of him. From that moment on he knew what he wanted to be in life and that was someone like Buddy. His father showed him a few basic chords. That was all he needed to get started playing. While he was in high school he tried starting his own band, but finding kids his own age with the same taste in music seemed to be impossible. So, he began to look for older guys that grew up listening to the music. He started sneeking in the honky tonks with his fathers help and a fake ID. But, he wasn’t there to drink, he was there to learn about becoming an entertainer.
Johnny’s father was very good friends with a Chicago honky tonk legend by the name of Jimmy Nichols. Johnny’s father had given Jimmy his start in the late 50’s and now Jimmy would return the favor. Johnny started playing lead guitar for Jimmy Nichols at the age of 15. He was self taught and learned all styles of music. Johnny made his debut on stage at the Off Broadway Lounge. Immediately he was a big draw. People would come from miles around to see the kid with horn rim glasses and lightning guitar licks. Johnny continued playing guitar for the Chicago legend until he was 21 and it was time to start his own band and his own show.
Johnny will transport his audience back in time when you could go to your favorite malt shops with your favorite girl and dance to your favorite bands. His show will start with his portrayal of country legend Johnny Cash. By his side is the legendary Tommy Allsup (2 time Grammy winning Producer and Artist). Tommy played on more than 6,500 sessions and was Buddy Holly’s friend and lead guitarist from 1958-1959. He escaped death when flipping a coin wth Ritchie Valens. Ritchie called heads and the rest is Rock N Roll history. The second show Johnny will portray Elvis Presley re-creating his Sun Studio and early RCA years. The show will climax with Johnny’s uncanny portrayal of the late great Buddy Holly.
L.R.
