Johnny and the Headhunters

Bethesda, MD

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Overview

From the Kennedy Center to The Chesapeake bay blues festival to Plas des Artes Montreal , Johnny has performed at major venues Johnnys new album “that’s all I need” became and has stayed number one on the RMR charts for half a year and now all the songs are also at the top of the chart .
For 30 years and thousands of shows Johnny and the Headhunters are the real deal.
7 Cd releases of high power Blues and rock n roll for a exciting and fun time , they must be seen.


Reviews

3 reviews

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Aubrey L.

November 6, 2023
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Great sound, easy to work with, perfect for your next party!

John and his band were the perfect addition to my father's 60th surprise party. They were easy to work with and I didn't need to worry about a thing. They even played my dad's favorite song for him. Everyone was impressed and was wondering where I found such a great band. If you're looking for a bluesy rockabilly sound -- Johnny and the Headhunters is the band for you. I would definitely work with John again.

Hired as: Blues Band, Party Band


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Beth F.

April 25, 2017

Sounds so good and very professional too!

Everyone at the party just loved Johnny & The Headhunters! They are a top notch blues band and I couldn't have asked for anything better. So excited to hear them again at my cousins pig roast in September! Highly recommended!
~Kathleen

Hired as: Blues Band

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Johnny and the Headhunters

Thanks for having us


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Beth F.

April 23, 2017
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Awesome!

Everyone at the party loved them! My family is hoping to have them play September at their annual pig roast!

Hired as: Blues Band

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Johnny and the Headhunters

Thanks for having us
We had a great time
Highpoint was also a highpoint!
Hope to see you soon

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Gig length: 240 - 250 minutes

What to expect

Find us live at regular shows at the Hamilton in DC

About

Coming from the Washington DC blues scene, young Johnny Ticktin listened to and was influenced by two fabulous local guitar players ,Bobby Radcliffe and Danny Gatton.
Johnny Ticktin was fortunate when he was picked up by famous blues slide guitar master Louisiana Red to back him up on a world tour.
That experience led Johnny to learn first hand from Blues men such as Lightening Hopkins , Buddy Guy, Albert Collins , Taj Mahal, memphis slim, Luther Allison, Willie Dixon, and many more.
Later as guitar man for the Delaware Rockett 88 , and in Chicago playing with Big Walter meeting Steve Guyger and then on his own with the Headhunters featuring Robbie Mcgruder formerly with Roy Buchannen and Danny Gatton the Headhunters continue to amaze audiences who understand and enjoy the authenticity of the Blues, swing, soul, funk , New Orleans and rock n roll they play .
With 7 Cd releases and thousands of shows, Johnny puts on a high energy show guaranteed to get you moving and grooving.
The album Thats all I need recorded in 2019 went to number one on the RMR blues chart and remained for an astounding 6 months.
Book now for an exciting authentic and electrifying experience.🎸

Past booked events

July 2025

03

Thursday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Herndon, VA

November 2023

04

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 9:30pm

Cockeysville, MD

May 2018

19

Saturday

Festival

12:30pm - 2:30pm

Boonsboro, MD

August 2017

03

Thursday

Wedding Engagement

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Arlington, VA

April 2017

22

Saturday

Birthday (Adult)

12:30pm - 3:30pm

Clarksburg, MD

October 2016

08

Saturday

Hamilton Loft

10:00pm - 1:30am (Sun)

07

Friday

Friday Night Swing Club

9:00pm - 12:00am (Sat)

Influences and inspiration

Bb king, Tbone walker ,Jimmy Reed, Ike Turner , Johnny Guitar Watson, Magic Sam , Lowell Fulsom, Albert King, Otis Rush, Freddie King, BB King, Scotty Moore, Jimi Hendrix, Duane Allman,
Link Wray, Chuck Berry, Roy Buchannen, Danny Gatton, Grant Green, Wes Montgomery, Chet Atkins, Johnny A.

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