Michael Johnson (trio) - Live TX Connection - 1989

[@mrlanders08]

What a wonderful human being he was. Enormously talented, woefully unappreciated for the most part. Saw him solo in Owego, NY many years back - during the show he noticed a pool table and invited a game. We had a great time playing pool and chatting with him. Genuinely beautiful guy. Got his big break singing with the Mitchell Trio with John Denver.

[@danielkirk547]

I miss Michael very much. I echo the fine things others have said about his character and personality as true. Many years ago I worked at a college and booked him every year. I got to know him more personally as we lived in the same area of Minnesota at the time. He was always so kind and thoughtful. It was great to see him have such nationwide success - after he moved to Nashville. God bless Michael and his family.

[@dr.jimhumphries7972]

I think Michael Johnson is one of the great talents in my lifetime. His mastery of the guitar, highly unique voice and stage personality make him an outstanding talent. I agree with many here who say how we can't understand why he did not get more air time, more attention from the Execs in Nashville etc. He is one of the greats, but he is hidden from many who have missed his music. I for one, am so very glad I've found him, and I listen to his creative talent almost every day. I truly believe he is playing for God even now. Thank you Michael!! (and Cindy who keeps his memory alive at his web site!)

[@GRude420]

Michael Johnson is still the best. Minnesota born, raised, and Michael is real. Rest in peace, and still the greatest!

[@dr.jimhumphries7972]

He is Colorado born - Alamosa, CO

[@mymartind35]

Michael, you left behind a library of music that will endure. You will be remembered for your silky smooth voice and the mastery of the fretboard. Rest in peace. This is one of my favorite performances of yours.

[@joannsoderstrom8245]

Harley D. Mike had a beautifully :voice. Joann.

[@viviantulang3046]

I missed this man💔 we always his song with my loveone who passed away 6yrs ago... and.now im all alone singing our fav song made by michael jhonson!! I missed you both deeply

[@kevinthomas1898]

I didn't know Michael Johnson passed away. I'm very sad to hear that news. A great artist who never took his fame too seriously. He was far more talented than the credit he was given. A great clip here thanks for posting.

[@TerriAmburgeyHanson-vg5tj]

We didn't know either, what a loss to music n he was hidden and that makes me mad

[@baskinginbarreto1934]

Never saw him live, and now I never will. Seeing him live was on my bucket list, for some reason thinking this beautiful man would be with us and playing his beautiful music forever. Loved Michael since the early 80’s. Never understood why he didn’t get much air time on radio. RIP Michael, I’m sure you now play for the Lord.

[@marshalllancaster2314]

Saw him play for free once in a church basement. Hung out with him after the show. Love his music.

[@macaibhistin]

Back when country was brimming with talented players, singers and such thoughtful songs! Thanks for sharing Michael Johnson! His music lives on.

[@RICHGREENNOW]

It's hard for me to watch Michael anymore. And if anyone has a heart, you know... Being a guy I'm not supposed to cry and that was indelibly told to me all my life. But I cry often when I see or hear this man. He left us way too early and I know he had more to say. As he said life and love is a mystery. But you now know why you had to go. And down here all we can do is miss you, and I cry again...

[@johnmobley6700]

What an awesome talent, so humble and unassuming! His legacy will live on through his music.

[@broadcastnashville6214]

Michael Johnson was one of the most unsung heroes of music! He was a wonderful singer-songwriter and an incredible guitarist. He was a huge inspiration to countless artists who came up after him. And he is MISSED!

[@janenix932]

Jack...you play one of my all time favorite bass lines in Give Me Wings. The three of you were great together. Thank you for your talents. Rest in Peace MJ.

[@ZakEdwardsOfficial]

aww..I did not keep up with him. he's passed on?

[@seanjohngaming1582]

@@ZakEdwardsOfficial Yeah

[@morganmckenna8568]

Impeccable artistry, self-effacing wit, and always, always - a gracious presence. Michael, you have taught us much with your life. And your music lives on.

[@birdhaus81]

I'm so happy to have this. There are lots of videos out there, but for any MJ fans who might have had the chance to see him live, I think this will bring back some really good memories. Michael in fine form, playing and singing and being himself, and the trio is the perfect compliment.

[@darrens.6447]

Michael Johnson's styles of chords are always one of the toughest to play. Legend

[@deano58703]

Doesnt get any better. Thanks Jack

[@PaulAshley]

Just amazing playing. Even after his far too early passing, continues to be an inspiration.

[@fritzmenzi2568]

Amazing. Great Music. Great Friends.

[@TerriAmburgeyHanson-vg5tj]

Didn't know this awesome musician passed, he's great and why wasn't there information on his passing to the public, this saddens me more because it's the respect for him he was awesome we seen him in concert just him n his guitar in Michigan

[@joelciofernandes956]

I'm Brazilian and very much a fan of michael johnson is a great singer

[@lakay20]

The legendary Love song singer songwriter Michael Johnson!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ZakEdwardsOfficial]

I saw this when it was first released. I was 16 yrs old & playing Guitar for just over 1 year. I was just starting to want to pursue classical studies. This performance helped open me up to songwriting, with lyrics/vocals acoustic based. It led to my first 2 albums being acoustic albums with strings & frankly helped to keep me in the right lane & take the Guitar & my studies seriously. Wonderful performance & wonderful songwriter. I've now been playing for 30yrs & making my living as a Guitarist for the last 22 yrs.

[@frankritchie790]

I saw him once in Helena, Montana. it was just him playing solo and he was great. I still remember him saying that he wasn't going to do one of his most requested songs, Wildfire, because he didn't know it (by Michael Martin Murphy).

[@samdaly9784]

Probably the quickest tempo in the history of Roller Coaster. And that’s saying something! Jack was super too!

[@bethcoddington2150]

Thank you for posting this!!!! The three of them are perfect together! I had the pleasure of seeing MJ many times. Nothing like just him and his guitar. A master. RIP You are TRULY missed!

[@kenspooner7459]

They were an incredible trio.

[@bigdon531]

I'm so happy to see some new MJ videos. I may stay up all night.

[@sweetness1858]

Love this! Your beautiful music is so special to us! So are our fond memories of seeing YOU at The Coach House

[@jeanetteburke-brownlee6886]

Always a great performance. He should have been mainstream super star!!!

[@billwolfe7244]

Years back a while Michael brought Jack and Russ in for his annual Holiday concert. They ended up doing an impromptu rehearsal in my kitchen. Always remember that.

[@roberternst1978]

Absolutely fantastic. He will be missed

[@gracheks]

Thanks for sharing this. Great reminder of the old days. He is truly missed.

[@essieagonia5404]

I always remember your songs Missing you so

[@johnholm6000]

Love it

[@rickthecountrydj7404]

Awesome Video Jack... Michael had a Great Sound. Nice to see a Clear Sound & Video from so long ago. I met you last night at "The Coach House" in California. I Became aware of Your Talent in 1992 from the "Great Plains" cd. and now I can finally say, "I Know Jack" ;-) Thanks for Signing Our Shirts I call Her "Sweetness" because of Your Song! Keep Liven the Dream My Friend!

[@JeanDowdle]

Wow!!! You guys!!!....Thanks so much, Jack!

[@kennywally]

Good old fashioned songwriting. So good!

[@custodialmark]

i met and photographed for. Black hills state college/Spearfish,SD and Augustana college, Siouxl Falls,SD 1977. i want to make enlargements of few good shots. keep one near me in rememberance...

[@solomonknopf7462]

Wow...what a treat. Thanks so much, Jack.

[@larryotero3587]

So talented!!!!!

[@Loriaborealis]

I absolutely love this!! Was saddened to hear of Michael's passing this summer. Thank you for posting this!

[@gthornton1824]

Wow❤

[@xcalak7550]

This is great, Jack--so glad I ran across it. I looked up GP just for grins and watched the EPK w/Eddie, then saw this. You guys were ON it. Great singing and bassing, buddy.

[@davidsonfougere]

What a wonderful combination of multi-talented musicians....So enjoyed listening to this...!

[@gustavosolar4981]

Beautiful!!!!!!

[@michellecalling]

Thank you! Great video, great artist.

[@TLMuse]

Wow, cool to see MJ playing an Olson SJ steel-string guitar. They're made by his fellow Minnesotan, James Olson.

[@south644]

luvit

[@kenspooner7192]

This trio was the Cat's Pajamas. Take that ride with them on the Roller Coaster and you will know why.

[@kenperkins7921]

Michael helped make, nineteen seventy8 , a wonderful time!

[@pauloranulfo3220]

A big show!!

[@Bearak]

Nice to see early Jack Sundrud

[@elbowstancenow1519]

Wow!

[@tomforsythe7024]

Now I won't be able to listen to Roller Coaster Run without giggling.

[@davidcassidy5178]

Just before you joined Poco, right? I'm a big fan of both Poco and Michael Johnson.

[@yahmmblpmnmip0lmmimunm0pla33]

Lot of hair, Jack. Great sounds. Allan

[@onolennonsf]

I, like most people was looking for Bluer than Blue

[@joelciofernandes956]

It's just too difficult to find his albun to buy

[@janenix932]

Go to mjblue.com You will be able to buy all his albums there. Worth the effort.

[@attybong]

i think that steel stringed guitar is an olson ..

[@allang1968]

any1 know if theres a live video of Michael doing " this night wont last forever"? on YT

[@marcioaraujos1]

I'm always looking for this vídeo too, and "After you" as well

[@shaanp9796]

11:30

[@mikejohn0088]

Michael and James Taylor are voice clones.