Career
He has seen success both as a solo artist and writing for others Since 2002 he has been a resident of the United States, living in California. Over the years, he has toured and played with Dave Dobbyn, The Wallflowers, Lloyd Cole, The Corrs, 10,000 Maniacs, Ben King and The Exponents.
He continues to tour frequently in New Zealand, United States of America and Europe and produces Artists and Soundtracks from his studio in Santa Monica.
He has written and co-written several songs for Strawpeople, and in 2005 collaborated with Russian DeSalvo and Arnie Roman a song for New Zealand artist Amber Claire. He has also released three albums with jazz side project Bluespeak.
In 2005 Irish band Grada covered his 1992 hit song "Isabelle."
Since moving to the United States of America, Johnson has had songs placed in television shows including The Hills", Party Of Five, Beautiful People, High School Reunion, Road Rules. Film placements include 50 Pills and Entry Level.
In 2007, his song "Hold Tight" was used in the New Zealand drama series Shortland Street during the wedding of characters Sarah Potts and TK Samuels.
