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Shawn Johnson and The Foundation
Jam Band / Folk Rock / Acoustic

"AZcentral 2008 Reader's Choice "Best Local Band""

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA
United States

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Last Login:  7/7/2008
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   Shawn Johnson and The Foundation: General Info
Member Since9/28/2004
Band Websiteshawnjohnson.com
Band Members

Jaron Mossman - Drums

 

Jayson Johnson - Lead Guitar

 

Jim Hornaday - Bass

 

Shawn Johnson - Vocals / Acoustic

 

Dangling: Live 2005
BUY our newest CD Dangling Live: 2005 from our store

 
Influences
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 9 2008 9:00P
Dos Gringos -- Mesa - Johnson Twins Acoustic Duo Mesa
Jul 10 2008 9:30P
Dubliner - Acoustic Phoenix, Arizona
Jul 11 2008 9:30P
The Loft - Full Band - Tempe, Arizona
Jul 16 2008 9:00P
Dos Gringos -- Mesa - Johnson Twins Acoustic Duo Mesa
Jul 17 2008 9:30P
Dubliner - Acoustic Phoenix, Arizona
Jul 18 2008 10:00P
Dubliner - Full Band Phoenix
Jul 19 2008 10:00P
Dubliner - Full Band Phoenix, Arizona
Jul 23 2008 9:00P
Dos Gringos -- Mesa - Johnson Twins Acoustic Duo Mesa, Arizona
Jul 24 2008 9:30P
Dubliner - Acoustic Phoenix, Arizona
Jul 30 2008 9:00P
Dos Gringos -- Mesa - Johnson Twins Acoustic Duo Mesa, Arizona
Jul 31 2008 9:30P
Dubliner - Acoustic Phoenix, Arizona

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   About Shawn Johnson and The Foundation
Photobucket THE JOHNSON TWINS ROCK SHAWN JOHNSON LIVE
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People are starting to really pay attention to this band that plays over 120 shows per year. Whether they are playing at home in Phoenix, AZ or somewhere on the road, the crowds are growing larger and larger. Shawn Johnson and the Foundation has won four awards in as many years: Arizona's Infusion of Music Award 2002, Winner of Jillian's Battle of the Bands for Phoenix 2004, and most notably, Best Jam Band Of AZ by the AZ Infusion of Music Awards 2005, and "Best Acoustic Act" 2006 by the Phoenix New Times. In 2008, the received the honor of being named Reader's Choice, "Best Local Band" by azcentral.com, the website for the Phoenix area's largest newspaper. You never know when you are going to go see a national act, and SJF is the opener. SJF has gotten fans to their feet opening for O.A.R., The Fray, Rusted Root, Los Lobos, David Crosby, Cake, Pat McGee Band, Everclear, Little Feat, The Southland, Joe Bonamassa, The Samples, The Phunk Junkies, Cowboy Mouth, and The Format, among others. Yes, the vibe is catching on.

The four guys that make up SJF are musicians to the core. Singer/songwriter Shawn Johnson on vocals and rhythm guitar, Jayson Johnson on lead guitar, Jaron Mossman on drums, and Jim Hornaday on bass. They are a great group of friends that you want to witness when you go to see a band. There is that special presence and chemistry that translates to a great performance on stage. There is so much talent, and the guys keep their fans coming back for more, again and again, because there is always something new and exciting to see and hear at every show, even for the faithful follower.

The band is no happy accident. Jayson and Jaron were introduced to Shawn specifically because a mutual friend knew that they would work and play well together, and that all three of them would have a mutual goal of creating music that feeds positive energy directly to the listener. Jim Hornaday is the most recent addition to the band, and he and Shawn have known each other for many years. In fact, Jim used to own Dream Catcher Recording Studio in Mesa, AZ, and he produced Shawn's CD Strength. Work on the fourth Shawn Johnson and the Foundation studio album, the first studio CD to include the new band line-up, is nearing completion and SJF is expected to release the new studio CD in the Spring of 2008.

Let's get down to the reason that SJF is different. Let's get down to the reason why their listeners are addicted to the constant mutual exchange of inspiration when you go to an SJF show: The Vibe. The vibe is one of celebration. They LOVE their audience. They love to be fed by the energy, and they love to give it back with just a little bit more sweat.
Discography: Ego vs. Soul (1998), Heartstrong (1999), Strength (2002), Dangling: Live 2005 (2005) 



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Shawn Johnson and The Foundation's Friends Comments
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Samantha





Jun 29 2008 3:00 PM

I'm coming to your Hollywood show on Thursday!! SO excited you are in town, i miss you guys!!
p.





Jun 24 2008 11:36 PM

seriously, saturday night in flag was insane. i think it was the best SJF show ive seen yet. thanks fellas. have fun in cali.
Pants





Jun 18 2008 11:13 PM

JEREMY'S BIRTHDAY ROCK SHOW...THIS SATURDAY!!

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Thankful Birds





Jun 10 2008 2:00 PM

Saw you guys on Friday. Very tight. We were impressed.
Rowan





Jun 6 2008 12:29 PM

Rula Bula tonight...I am SO there...see you then!
Danie Ray ©





Jun 4 2008 7:53 AM

Yea you will be here tonight for Cantina night, Im so excited.
see you guys there!!
Mojo Farmers





Jun 5 2008 1:48 PM

Very impressive! I really dug you guy's at Mogollon fest. I will try to catch you guy's again soon.

Jim- Mojo Farmers
Geoffrey J.





Jun 4 2008 8:13 PM

Shawn ..goodtimes playing tunes at the fire up north .. I'll come check you out at the Dub sometime ... see ya soon .. peace
Brewed to Perfection (on hiatus in the studio)





Jun 3 2008 7:25 PM

HOLY SH*T!!!! You guys were amazing this weekend! I haven't seen you guys since the third thursday gig at Tempe Marketplace. It was a pleasure seeing you again. What a great weekend!

Cheers,
Kurtis
Ace





Jun 3 2008 10:19 PM

see you saturday at Rula!!!
This Lauri





May 31 2008 10:58 AM

noticed on your calendar that you will be in san diego for a few gigs....gonna send word out to my friends who live there - hope all is good and rock it out north of payson! xo
House of Flying Paint // 501" Matty B





Jun 2 2008 11:45 AM

THANKS FOR THE ADD YOU GUYS KILLED IT THIS WEEKEND!
FIVE HIGH





May 22 2008 1:06 PM

STOP BY AND CHECK OUT THE NEW STUFF!!!

JUDD





May 19 2008 1:59 PM

Hi Guys,

Congrats on winning the contest!! We'd love to be able to have the opportunity to play with you someday....Thankful Birds

The Loft May 22nd, 2008
unwell is UNDER CONSTRUCTION





May 15 2008 7:44 AM

I'm so glad you guys won! And to see my efforts from New England weren't in vain =).
kippykay





May 15 2008 9:30 AM

Hey there. It was great seeing you lastnight. I love it when you play old school jams reminds me of beeloes. Keep living the dream my friend.
Rowan





May 15 2008 10:27 AM

rockin Dos ~ good times!
Brittany





May 14 2008 9:23 PM

Congrats on the AZ Central BEST LOCAL BAND! You deserve it.
Here's to hoping one day you'll be nominated and people will not vote for you because "they aren't local anymore..." :)
liz





May 14 2008 9:56 AM

Congrats for AZ Central win!!! You boys deserve it.
Trexx





May 14 2008 12:49 PM

Way to go on another win! I miss hearing your music!!
Michael





May 14 2008 7:34 AM

Congrats on the AZ Central Reader's Best WIN!
Brittany





May 10 2008 4:50 PM

aw- bummer!!! I'm going to miss you in Prescott! I've been waiting for one of those shows again!
A.C.





Apr 23 2008 8:53 PM

See you on the 3rd in L.A.
I can't wait!!!!!
Todd





Apr 11 2008 8:49 PM

Just wanted to say I really dig your shows. I listen to quite a few of them on www. archive. org. Saw you in Vegas at Ra Sushi before DMB. Amazing set! Hooked ever since. Great vibe. Anyway, I voted for y'all at azcentral.
Good luck!
skykast





Apr 11 2008 3:15 PM

Last night at the Dub was amazing. Thanks so much for the encore. It was great to meet you. Don't forget I need a CD please! See you next Thursday.
007 → Happy Independence!





Apr 9 2008 8:36 PM

Saturday Night at Rula Bula was awesome! Glad you are coming to my side of town this Saturday- see you there...
the mayor of shot town





Apr 4 2008 1:28 PM

See you boys tonight!!!
Bobby St. Vincent





Apr 4 2008 12:04 PM

Shawn J fans gonna show Bobby St. Vincent some love??

New CD is out! Check it out on iTunes or on our page:

http://www. myspace. com/stvincentmusic

Checka checka check it out!

(almost as good as SJ and F)
Bobby St. Vincent





Mar 28 2008 11:42 AM

Yeah, last Friday kinda rocked. Let's do it again soon. Much Love and Thanks for everything.
Rowan