Introducing jazz vocalese, lyricist, actor, playwright, producer, promoter, and composer George V. Johnson Jr.
George's musical career journey and creative process.
His musical influences and collaborations throughout his career.
Find out about his latest album and upcoming tours

"George V. Johnson’s album entitled, “Your Majesty | Walk Spirit Talk Spirit" is hip and refreshing as it honors the fundamentals of jazz and mindful storytelling." Written By: Majeedah Johnson, blogger and novelist

George V Johnson Jr.is a master of the art of Jazz Vocalese. This lyricist, actor, playwright, producer, promoter, composer and contributing editor was born in Washington DC.  He attended Prince George's Community College Howard University School of Fine Arts. Named "Heir Apparent", by the Father of Vocalese, the late Eddie Jefferson.

His career spans over 45 years. He has shared the stage with many jazz giants. George was privileged to make his first recording debut with Legendary Pharoah Sanders on the LP Rejoice in 1981 featuring original lyrics to John Coltrane’s Classic "Moments Notice!"

Since retiring from New Jersey Transit Rail as a train conductor several years ago, Johnson's career has been on the move. His recent tours include:  Denmark, Israel, Parma Italy, Atlanta, North Carolina, Virginia, New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Montenegro with "Made In New York All Stars", performing for President Filip Vujanovic, Kansas City - American Jazz Museum, Detroit Jazz Festival, Steinway Jazz Cafe, DC Jazz Festival at the National Gallery of The Art Sculpture Gardens entertaining more than 16,000 fans.

Prior to the Covid-19 Pandemic George was featured weekly with Donvonte McCoy Quintet at the Eighteenth Street Lounge.

More  information: https://www.georgevjohnsonjr.com/
Digital Song Copy : https://bit.ly/3jPr7ND

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<li>Introducing jazz vocalese, lyricist, actor, playwright, producer,&nbsp;promoter, and composer George V. Johnson Jr.</li>
<li>George's musical career journey and creative process.</li>
<li>His musical influences and collaborations throughout his career.</li>
<li>Find out about his latest album and upcoming tours</li>
</ul>
"George V. Johnson&rsquo;s album entitled, &ldquo;Your Majesty | Walk Spirit Talk Spirit" is hip and refreshing as it honors the fundamentals of jazz and mindful storytelling." Written By: Majeedah Johnson, blogger and novelist George V Johnson Jr.is a master of the&nbsp;art of Jazz Vocalese. This lyricist, actor, playwright, producer,&nbsp;promoter, composer and contributing editor was&nbsp;born in Washington DC.&nbsp; He attended Prince George's Community College&nbsp;Howard University School of Fine Arts. Named "Heir Apparent",&nbsp;by the Father of Vocalese,&nbsp;the late Eddie Jefferson. His career spans over 45 years. He has shared the stage with many jazz giants. George was privileged to make his first recording debut with Legendary Pharoah Sanders on the LP&nbsp;Rejoice&nbsp;in 1981 featuring original lyrics to John Coltrane&rsquo;s Classic "Moments Notice!" Since retiring from New Jersey Transit Rail as a train conductor several years ago, Johnson's&nbsp;career has been on the move. His recent tours&nbsp;include:&nbsp; Denmark, Israel, Parma Italy, Atlanta, North Carolina, Virginia, New York,&nbsp;New Jersey, Philadelphia, Montenegro with "Made In New York All Stars", performing for President Filip Vujanovic, Kansas City - American Jazz Museum,&nbsp;Detroit Jazz Festival, Steinway Jazz Cafe,&nbsp;DC Jazz Festival at the National Gallery of The Art Sculpture Gardens entertaining more than&nbsp;16,000 fans. Prior to the Covid-19 Pandemic George was featured weekly with Donvonte McCoy Quintet at the Eighteenth Street Lounge. More &nbsp;information: <a href="https://www.georgevjohnsonjr.com/">https://www.georgevjohnsonjr.com/</a> Digital Song Copy : <a href="https://bit.ly/3jPr7ND">https://bit.ly/3jPr7ND</a> Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow".

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It's Your Life with Dr. James JC Cooley a motivational speaker here to equip you to strive for greatness and overcome adversity. Life is a series of circles and cycles, phases, and stages. These are the experiences that teach you the lessons of life. You can either ignore them or EMBRACE them. Dr. Cooley offers motivation and inspiration for life's challenges.
Catch up on the podcast and listen to It's Your Life on The Answer in Dallas or San Diego, on Salem Radio Networks.
For more about James Cooley and how you can support the show or become a guest visit <a href="http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/">www.CooleyFoundation.org</a>.