Eric Johnson
Acting
Biography
Eric Johnson (born August 17, 1954) is an American guitarist, vocalist, and composer, widely regarded as one of the most respected guitarists of his generation. His 1990 album “Ah Via Musicom” was certified platinum, and its single “Cliffs of Dover” won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Instrumental Performance. Over a career spanning more than four decades, Johnson has developed a distinctive style that blends a wide range of genres, including rock, blues, jazz fusion, soul, folk, new-age, classical, and country. In addition to his renowned electric guitar work, he is also proficient on acoustic, lap steel, and resonator guitar, as well as bass, piano, and vocals. Johnson has released numerous albums, including the acoustic-oriented “EJ” (2016) and its follow-up “EJ Vol II,” showcasing a more intimate and personal approach to songwriting and performance. His work reflects a focus on musical growth and expressive depth, with an emphasis on melody and composition. Among his many accolades, Johnson has received a Grammy Award, been inducted into the Guitar Player Gallery of Greats, and was named among the “100 Greatest Guitarists of the 20th Century.” In his hometown of Austin, Texas, he has been repeatedly voted “Best Electric Guitarist” and “Best Acoustic Guitarist,” and was also recognized as “Electric Guitarist of the Decade.” Throughout his career, Johnson has described music as a means of inspiration and personal expression, aiming to create work that resonates emotionally and artistically with listeners.
Known For
Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2004 Recorded Live at the Cotton Bowl, Dallas, Texas Captures Highlights from Festival With Performances and Collaborations by Guitar Wizards Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Jeff Beck, John Mayer, Robert Cray, Robbie Robertson, Sheryl Crow, Derek Trucks and More
Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival
Road To Austin chronicles how Austin, Texas became the Live Music Capital of the World, dating from 1835 to present day. The film builds to a climax and weaves its way towards an all-star live performance led by Stephen Bruton and his 14-piece band.
Road to Austin
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Guitar
G3: Live in Concert is a live album and DVD by the G3 project, led by Joe Satriani. It was released in 1997 by Epic Records. This lineup of G3 includes Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson and Steve Vai. In 2005, a DVD of this concert was also released.
G3: Live In Concert
Eric Johnson's The Art of Guitar brings you two products in one! Eric shares his 10 "must-know" musical concepts in an intimate one-on-one format in his recording studio. Discover the techniques hat have contributed to the genius of this guitar legend in his own words and detailed demonstrations. Eric covers his unique perspectives on improvisation, chords, lead guitar, songwriting, and much more. The second part of the DVD features a full-band performance as Eric, Chris Maresh (bass) and Tommy Taylor (drums) take you on a musical journey through eight never-heard-before songs! The fantastic audio and widescreen multi-camera visuals bring you right into the creative realm and mind of one of the world's top guitar talents!
Eric Johnson: The Art Of Guitar
This exciting performance was shot at The Grove in Anaheim, CA on May 3, 2006 and includes three bonus tracks "The Wind Cries Mary" "Song For George" and "Song For Lynette" from a 2004 acoustic guitar and piano performance at the Galaxie Theater in Santa Ana, CA.
Eric Johnson: Live from the Grove
Fasten your seatbelts for an extraordinary ride with guitar hero Eric Johnson. Johnson's playing has a way of connecting to fans of every guitar style while still eliciting raves from the likes of Carlos Santana, Johnny Winter, Jeff Beck, Stevie Ray Vaughn and even country music legend Chet Atkins. His inspirations are the "3J's:" Jimi Hendrix, Jerry Reed, and Jeff Beck, but his style ranges wide and free throughout the entirety of guitar history while still infusing fresh ideas of his own. A long-time Austin mainstay, he took up guitar at age eleven and had his first professional group at fifteen. In 1974, he defied the musical mainstream by forming Austin's first jazz/rock fusion band, the Electromagnets, and he's been making guitar history ever since. "Guitar genius" is an easy phrase to throw around, but when it comes to blending fire and finesse, Eric Johnson has it all.