RT Johnson

RT Johnson is the pride of Askewville NC population 182, like many of his contemporaries, he discovered a love for music singing in his small town church. Along with his early gospel roots he came to love country music and rock and roll. A former tobacco farmer like his father and grandfather before him, RT’s music and “aw shucks” personality have an authenticity that only come from real life experiences. His songs tell the story’s of Americana and the country lifestyle, ranging from small town living, family and simple times to party anthems. His songs have won best collaboration at “who’s who awards” in Indiana in 2023 and nominated for 2024 Grand Ole Opry Josie awards ,vocal event of the year. RT is currently signed to CCB Nashville records and his newest record is the award winning American Tough album featuring current members of Alabama, it includes the award winning song “This old guitar” featuring 90’s country music icon Wade Hayes. Also featuring the track “Feel good again” which has charted in the top 50 nationwide.
RT's live shows are packed full of great songs and story telling ,with his guitar playing and great lyrics keeping the crowd singing along and becoming part of the show. His stage presence has developed from many years of playing on stage with some of country musics greatest artists including, being guitarist for John Michael Montgomery , sharing stages with Parmalee, Diamond Reo, Deana Carter, Clay Walker, David Allen Coe, Lonestar, Jason Michael Carrol, Marshall Tucker , Joe Diffie and Blackhawk. You can get occasional guest appearances from country music icons from the 90’s and even current members of the legendary band Alabama.