Shawn Johnson - Vocals, Guitar
Jayson Johnson - Electric Guitar
Marvin Scott - Piano, Sax
Scott Miner - Bass
Gannon Burleigh - Drums
Influences
"Shawn Johnson & the Foundation is one of the hardest working bands in the valley! The band members have been performing
together for two years. They typically do several shows per week. They have very loyal fans, many of whom have memorized all their
original songs and can be found dancing and singing along with the band!" - AZ Band Watch
"In addition to winning several awards locally, including 'The Edge 106.3 FM Locals Only Competition,' and being nominated in the Best Male Artist or Group category for the 2002 AIM Awards, SJF receives regular airplay on Phoenix Radio, including The Zone,
101.5 FM. Shawn Johnson & the Foundation has established a solid following in Tempe, AZ, and is currently expanding into new markets, including Tucson, Flagstaff, Denver, Los Angeles and San Diego. - Band Mecca
"On Strength (Of an Honest Thought), Shawn Johnson & The Foundation traverse musical styles easily from pop/rock, alternative, acoustic rock, ballads, to hip-hop. By utilizing all of these different musical styles Shawn has created an album that can appeal to a variety of music fans." - www.springbound.com
"You must hear them for yourself. Shawn Johnson & the Foundation fills my 'good live music' fix. Their shows are always energetic and the pure emotion put into the music by the individual players results in an energy and sound so pure that it borders on religious
proportions. This band is a must see for everybody." - Archive.org
"Check these guys out now!! This is one of the hottest bands in the Phoenix area and could be coming to a city near you soon. Shawn Johnson is an amazing songwriter who puts his whole soul into his music. Hopefully we will be seeing more from this band very
soon!!" - Archive.org
Sounds Like
The band has opened 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.
Shawn Johnson & the Foundation has won five local awards since inception:
- Arizona's Infusion of Music Award 2002
- Winner of Jillian's Battle of the Bands for Phoenix 2004
- Best Jam Band Of AZ by the AZ Infusion of Music Awards 2005
- Best Acoustic Act 2006 by the Phoenix New Times
- Reader's Choice, "Best Local Band" by azcentral.com
Shawn Johnson & The Foundation's Friend Space (Top 16)
How are you doing Shawn Johnson & The Foundation???
I just wanted to drop by and check in with you to see what's new! Also, my CD "Change is Good" is now available on my official site http://www.jacobtylerlucas.com or you can just click the link below to download it on iTunes! It would really mean alot to me : )
Hey man! How are you? Just wanted to say hello and invite you out to my birthday celebration. If you guys get done before 10pm.. come out to Macayos in tempe(3rd street and ash) on september 12th. I'll be there from 8pm til 12 midnight so... Hope you guys are doing well!!!
hey guys! hows the music scene holding up back home? i am gona try and book some shows at the end of the year when i get back. planning on returning soon....australia is mighty fine but i miss phoenix and my family! can't wait to hear ya jam again! xx Holly Kirsten
Hey Shawn Johnson & The Foundation , come by and check out the studio. I have some really good deals going on right now.Plus book a day in may and get 4 hours free! 602-908-1220
Sunday, 5*3*09 @ THE HISTORIC MONTE VISTA COCKTAIL LOUNGE (Support local hip hop @ your local hot spot!!!) NO COVER/ 21 & OVER W/ID (as always!) SHOW @ 8PM DRINK SPECIALS ALL NIGHT!!!
FREE LOCAL HIP HOP, And Live FRESH Beats, Vocals & Rockin Guitar by LEFTMORE (CO)
FEATURING:
LIKE MINDED REC. CREW/ PRICE WRITE PROD. (AZ) : Including, Mic Hogg, Dapper Dan, Midknight, the amazing Price Write and more...
KETCHMORE ENT. (AZ) : E.G., God Father, Deamon and friends...
and... (last but not least)...
CANYON ANIMALS (AZ) : Including Jack the Mc, Kite 93 and the super stylings of Samplistic...
