“One of the best guitarists I’ve ever worked with”

-Tony Visconti, Producer David Bowie, T-Rex, U2

Australian-born artist Johnson Jay has been carving his path in music since the age of nine, starting as a kid busking on the streets of Manly and going pro by fourteen. Now based in Nashville, Johnson’s career spans decades and continents, blending raw talent with a deep dedication to his craft.

Whether recording his boldest, most cutting-edge material yet or lending his guitar skills to some of the biggest names in music, Johnson has become one of the most sought-after session guitarists. His versatility and creativity have earned him a reputation as a player who is just as comfortable driving the energy in the studio as he is captivating an audience live.

Johnson Jay has shared stages and studios with legends like Rod Stewart, Ronnie Wood, Roger Taylor (Queen), and Mike Rutherford (Genesis). Tony Visconti called him “one of the best guitarists I’ve ever worked with,” while Kenney Jones puts him on par with Clapton and Townshend. Add to that his time as First Guitar for David Bowie’s Lazarus and Bat Out of Hell in London’s West End, and it’s clear Johnson’s work is anything but ordinary.

Now in Nashville, Johnson’s own music is turning heads, with recent tracks hitting the airwaves on NPR’s Roots Radio and Lightning 100. Known for his sharp songwriting and atmospheric style, his sound is a hybrid of technical brilliance and emotional depth, mixing soaring melodies with intricate guitar work that stands apart in a crowded field.

Johnson Jay doesn’t just play music—he transforms it. Whether it’s his own material or someone else’s, he brings a level of skill, intensity, and originality that few can match.