tag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:/blogs/latest-newsLatest News2024-02-17T13:50:16-05:00Thomas Johnstonfalsetag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/73530432024-02-17T13:50:16-05:002024-02-17T13:50:16-05:00The New Single: Baby Bird!<p>My new single, “Baby Bird”, is now on he website! My nephew, Michael Forrest, showed me this poem he wrote, and I turned it into a blues songs. This song will appear on my upcoming Blues EP. Please enjoy “Baby Bird”!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/72944542023-10-27T11:58:14-04:002023-10-27T11:58:15-04:00"THE TROUBADOUR" IS HERE!!!<p>Yes, it is!!! You can find it in the STORE section of the website. No charge for shipping. Purchase a CD and I'll get it right out to you. Enjoy “The Troubadour”! Thank you so much for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/72938362023-10-26T09:52:14-04:002023-10-26T09:52:15-04:00"THE TROUBADOUR" IS ARRIVING TODAY!!!<p>My 6th studio record, “The Troubadour”, is all finished and arriving TODAY! Thanks to Discmakers for putting them all together. Thanks to Anton Daub once again for his awesome graphic design work. Thanks to my sister Anna Johnston for the beautiful artwork for the front cover. SO EXCITED to get this new album out to the world!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/72882212023-10-15T21:12:51-04:002023-10-16T10:47:26-04:00"The Troubadour" Available for Pre-Order!<p>My new record, “The Troubadour”, is available for pre-order in the STORE section of the website! The album will be available by November 1, 2023 (most likely sooner). Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/72878422023-10-14T14:41:04-04:002023-10-14T14:41:04-04:00THE TROUBADOUR RELEASE COMING SOON!<p>My new record, “The Troubadour”, is being manufactured and will available very soon!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/72791882023-09-26T23:00:01-04:002023-09-26T23:00:02-04:00"The Troubadour" is Almost Finished!<p>All Lead vocal and acoustic guitar tracks are in! Ten of the fourteen songs have been mixed and mastered! Hoping to have everything wrapped up by the end of the week! Thanks to my son Stephen for his great work in our SonDad Studios! Release date coming soon!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/72642452023-08-27T16:31:09-04:002023-08-27T16:31:09-04:00The Recording of the New Song "A Man Most Blessed"!<p>With my son and co-producer Stephen at the board, we recorded acoustic rhythm guitar and vocals for the new song “A Man So Blessed”, a tribute to my Bronx buddy Colin Casey who is battling cancer. Tonight, I will add an acoustic lead guitar track. Hope to have it mixed and mastered by mid-week! This song will be on the upcoming new album, “The Troubadour”.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/72582032023-08-16T23:54:25-04:002023-08-16T23:55:27-04:00A New Song...And A New Video<p>I just finished a most heartfelt song, “A Man So Blessed”, written for my dear friend, Colin Casey, who is battling cancer. Colin and I grew up together in the Bronx, NY. After my family moved to New Jersey, it took 45 years for us to reunite. Please keep Colin in your prayers as he faces this great challenge.</p><p>I recorded a video of me playing the song. It is here on the website!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/72453482023-07-21T14:19:37-04:002023-07-21T14:19:38-04:00TONIGHT"S SHOW<p>This evening, I'll be playing the beautiful Old York Cellars Winery in Ringoes, NJ! I'll be on from 6:00PM to 9:00PM. Wine, paella, and live music…a winning combination!</p><p> </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/72322812023-06-25T20:05:05-04:002023-06-25T20:05:06-04:00COUNT 'EM! 17 SHOWS IN JULY!<p>The hard work is paying off! Seventeen shows scheduled in July 2023! I am so grateful to all the venues for all the opportunities! Please check the show schedule, and thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/72137592023-05-22T20:59:29-04:002023-05-22T20:59:29-04:00SHOWS, SHOWS and MORE SHOWS!<p>13 in March, 16 in April, 18 in May…and June thru October are filling up! It's beginning to feel like the late 20-teens, when I averaged between 140 and 150 shows a year! It is SO GOOD to see people out and enjoying themselves and each other! Let the good times roll!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/71678722023-03-08T21:15:33-05:002023-03-08T21:15:33-05:00A Happy St. Patrick's Day Is Coming!<p>I am SO EXCITED to be making my debut on St. Patrick's evening at the awesome Playhouse Deck at the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope PA! I'll be playing the songs of the Irish, including my own, from 6:00PM - 9:00PM. Call for reservations at 267-397-6866 and come on and by to celebrate!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/71604312023-02-24T20:47:03-05:002023-02-24T20:47:03-05:00THE FIRST SINGLE FROM "THE TROUBADOUR" HAS BEEN RELEASED!<p>“The Effect You Have on Me” is the first single to be released from my upcoming record, “The Troubadour”!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/71604262023-02-24T20:42:10-05:002023-02-24T20:42:10-05:00"The Troubadour" is Halfway Complete!<p>YES!!! Seven of the 14 songs that will on my upcoming record, “The Troubadour”, and finsihed! And, YOU CAN HEAR THEM ON THE WEBSITE!!! Hope y'all enjoy the new songs. Thank you for your supoort!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/71452672023-01-29T14:59:24-05:002023-01-29T14:59:24-05:00And a 4th Song Makes the Website!<p>The 4th song from the upcoming record, "The Troubadour", is now on the website. You can enjoy listening to "Right Here With You" in the MUSIC section. Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/71449542023-01-28T14:31:33-05:002023-01-28T14:31:33-05:00THREE NEW SONGS ON THE WEBSITE!<p>So far, three songs from the upcoming new record, "The Troubadour", are finished. And, they are now here on the website! Please go to the MUSIC section and give a listen. The songs are: "The Effect You Have on Me", "A Certain Cincinnati Girl", and "A Living Hope for All". Enjoy the new songs (and the older ones), and THANK YOU for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/71414102023-01-22T11:32:08-05:002023-01-22T11:32:09-05:00COMING SOON: "The Troubadour"!!!<p>Work on my new record, "The Troubadour", is coming along splendidly! The first single, "The Effect You Have on Me", will be released here and on various platforms in a couple of weeks, followed by "A Certain Cincinnati Girl". For now, you can listen to "A Living Hope for All" in the Music Section. More news soon to follow! Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/70990562022-11-09T20:59:44-05:002022-11-09T20:59:44-05:00Recording to Begin on "The Troubadour"!<p>Oh, yeah, the time has come! This week, recording begins on my fifth full-length album, "The Troubadour". All work to be done at our SonDad Studios. The record will contain 14 original songs covering a variety of topics and stories. More updates to follow. Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/70698302022-09-27T18:07:42-04:002022-09-27T18:07:42-04:00Two Big Shows This Weekend!<p>This weekend, I'll be performing at two of my favorite venues!</p>
<p>Friday 9/30: Old York Cellars Winery, Ringoes NJ, 6PM-9PM</p>
<p>Sunday 10/2: The Dubliner, New Hope PA, 2PM-4PM</p>
<p> </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/70577812022-09-10T22:56:06-04:002022-09-10T22:56:07-04:00Update on "The Troubadour"<p>A great evening of song rehearsal as I get closer to returning to SonDad Studios to put together my 5th full-length record, "The Troubadour"! Worked on 10 of the 12 songs, and I am so excited with how they have evolved! My son and co-producer Stephen are planning to release a couple of singles before we put the album out. I'll be posting regular updates on the progress of the record right here. Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/70475372022-08-27T19:16:43-04:002022-08-27T19:16:43-04:00Work Has Ramped Up on "The Troubadour"!<p>The writing is almost finished for my upcoming 5th full-length studio record, "The Troubadour"! I am very excited to get back into our SonDad Studios in the second half of September to begin recording. My son, Stephen, will be back at the board handling the recording, while I will handle the mixing and mastering. I have a real good feeling about this one! The goal has always been to make the next record better than the last, and we've succeeded each time. We are targeting a release just in time for the holidays! More updates to come. Thanks you for your support! </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/69620712022-05-02T20:28:28-04:002022-05-02T20:28:28-04:00More Shows!<p>The show schedule is beginning to fill in! Please check the calendar of events to see where I'll be playing next. Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/69486412022-04-14T20:59:25-04:002022-04-14T20:59:25-04:00HUNTERDON COUNTY NJ's FAVORITE ENTERTAINER!!!<p>Well, how about that! Today I found out I was voted "Hunterdon County NJ's Favorite Entertainer" in a poll conducted by Hunterdon Happening Magazine!</p>
<p>My heartfelt thanks to all who voted for me. I am so happy to know there are a bunch of people who enjoy the music I do!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/69035702022-02-21T20:56:53-05:002022-02-21T20:56:53-05:00New Video!<p>I put a new video up on the site. It is an introduction to my upcoming single, "The Effect You Have on Me". Enjoy!</p>
<p> </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/69016522022-02-18T20:41:03-05:002022-02-18T20:41:03-05:00Heading Back to the Studio!<p>It is time to head back to SonDad Studios to begin recording the upcoming single of my new song, "The Effect You Have on Me". I've played this song at a few shows, and the audience response has been extremely positive! My son and co-producer, Stephen, will be at the board. After the success and great reviews of my last album, "Traveling Companions", I am very excited to return to recording, mixing and mastering! Once it's finished, you'll be able to hear it on this site! Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/68567422022-01-01T16:10:22-05:002022-01-01T16:10:22-05:00It's a Brand New Year!<p>WISHING Y'ALL A HAPPY & HEALTHY 2022!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/68086532021-11-13T21:05:52-05:002021-11-13T21:05:52-05:00A Return to Old York Cellars Winery!!!<p>Sunday, November 14, I will return to one of my favorite venues: Old York Cellars Winery in Ringoes NJ! I'll playing songs from 12 Noon to 3:00PM!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/67920402021-10-30T21:37:57-04:002021-10-30T21:37:57-04:00Plans for 2022!<p>Scheduled for 2022: My 6th record, "The Solitary Troubadour". To be recorded at our own SonDad Studios!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66784052021-07-03T22:25:17-04:002021-07-03T22:25:17-04:00A Wonderful Review for "Traveling Companions"!!!<p>Many thanks to Chip Mergott, an awesome singer/songwriter/musician from Hunterdon County NJ, for his great review of "Traveling Companions". Chip was discovered in the late 1970's by none other that Bonnie Raitt! Here's what Chip had to say about my new record:</p>
<p>"I've been listening with avid appreciation...It's a great CD with lots of good songs...Well produced, well performed...Check it out; a local singer/songwriter makes good".</p>
<p>Much appreciated, Chip!</p>
<p> </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66628212021-06-17T22:52:36-04:002021-06-17T22:52:36-04:00A Return to Old York Cellars Winery!!!<p>YAY!!! I am thrilled to be returning to the beautiful Old York Cellars Winery on Saturday, June 19th! Terrific wines, amazing staff, and a lovely setting. I'll be performing from 12 Noon to 6:30PM!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66578172021-06-12T19:41:06-04:002021-06-12T19:41:06-04:00"TRAVELING COMPANIONS" RELEASE!!!!!<p>YES, IT IS HERE!!! My 5th solo record, "Traveling Companions", has arrived and is available on the site! Please go to the store to order a physical CD, or to the MUSIC section for digital downloads of the album and individual songs. I cannot fully express the joy I am feeling with the release of this record! No doubt, it is my best work yet! Please enjoy "Traveling Companions", and thank you so much for your support!</p>
<p> </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66549292021-06-09T23:28:12-04:002021-06-09T23:28:12-04:00Update on "Traveling Companions"<p>CD manufacture is on schedule! I should be receiving them before the end of next week.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66510372021-06-06T10:54:31-04:002021-06-06T10:54:31-04:00Update on "Traveling Companions"<p>The discs are scheduled to be shipped here by Friday, June 11, and they shoud arrive by the middle of the following week!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66397832021-05-25T15:15:47-04:002021-05-25T15:15:47-04:00"Traveling Companions" Is on the Website!<p>We are a couple of weeks from having the physical copies of "Traveling Companions", but you can listen to and download the songs here on the site! Head over to the MUSIC section for the 12 songs. Thank you for your support. ENJOY!!!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66380472021-05-23T12:51:40-04:002021-05-23T12:51:40-04:00Update on "Traveling Companions"<p>The Master disc sounds terrific! Sening everything to the manufaturer. Release will be soon! Can't wait to share these songs with the world!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66325102021-05-17T12:56:59-04:002021-05-17T12:56:59-04:00YAY! Mastering is Finished!<p>We wrapped up the mastering of "Traveling Companions" over the weekend! All 12 songs sound terrific! We'll be sending the files to Discmakers for manufacturing. Release is not far away!!!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66198822021-05-03T00:14:33-04:002021-05-03T00:14:33-04:00Final Mixes<p>The final mixes are done for all 12 songs of "Traveling Companions"!!! Very, very happy with how they turned out! Mastering this week. Release date coming soon! Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66181982021-04-30T11:47:19-04:002021-04-30T11:47:19-04:00Update on "Traveling Companions"<p>Final mix completed for 8 of the 12 songs on "Traveling Companions"! Hoping to get the other four done this weekend. Next week is for mastering! Release date TBA. Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66162002021-04-28T12:50:04-04:002021-04-28T12:50:04-04:00Update on "Traveling Companions"<p>Two more songs, "With These Hands" and "26 Stars", have been mixed. Sounding GOOD! 4 down, 8 to go. Hoping to get all the mixing done this week, and mastering next week. I am really looking forward to releasing "Traveling Companions"!!!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66151902021-04-27T12:56:01-04:002021-04-27T12:56:01-04:00Update on "Traveling Companions"<p>Two songs, "It's Baking Day" and "Traveling Companions", have been mixed! They sound terrific! Working to get all the mixing done by the end of the week. The release is not far away!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66096592021-04-20T20:21:44-04:002021-04-20T20:21:44-04:00A Return to Old York Cellars Winery!!!<p>YES!!! On Saturday April 24th, I'll be making a return appearance at the beautiful Old York Cellars Winery in Ringoes NJ! I absolutely LOVE playing there! The staff is amazing, the grounds are beautiful, and the wines are wonderful! I'll be performing from 12 Noon to 6:30PM!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/66077422021-04-18T21:04:23-04:002021-04-18T21:04:23-04:00Update on "Traveling Companions"<p>Mixing to begin this week! A lot of work went into the recording of all 12 songs. Praying the mixes come out perfect.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/65900532021-03-31T12:18:17-04:002021-03-31T12:18:17-04:00Update on "Traveling Companions"<p>Working on recording the additional tracks for harmonica and bodhran. My son (and co-producer) Stephen finished the artwork for the cover; it looks FANTASTIC! Not much longer, and we'll be mixing and mastering! Stay tuned!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/65810682021-03-21T23:07:24-04:002021-03-21T23:07:24-04:00Update on "Traveling Companions"<p>All lead vocal and acoustic guitar tracks have been recorded! Rehearsing harmonica and bodhran parts. So far, this project sounds great!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/65549182021-02-21T17:20:46-05:002021-02-21T17:20:46-05:00Update on "Traveling Companions"<p>Lead vocals and acoustic guitar now recorded for four of the twelve songs. Very happy with the progress so far. My son Stephen and I are having a blast working on "Traveling Companions" in our SonDad Studios!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/65541852021-02-20T11:55:00-05:002021-02-20T11:55:00-05:00Update on "Traveling Companions"<p>A good recording session this morning! Lead vocals and guitar for "Caroline", as well as the title track, "Traveling Companions". Once again, a good job by my son Stephen on the board. Very excited for this record!!!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/65537032021-02-19T19:40:20-05:002021-02-19T19:40:20-05:00Two Shows Booked at One of My Favorite Venues!<p>So happy to be booked for two shows at the amazing Old York Cellars Winery in Ringoes NJ! April 24th and June 19th, both shows 12 noon to 6:30PM!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/65171752021-01-09T14:26:27-05:002021-01-09T14:26:27-05:00Another Good Recording Session<p>Back at SonDad Studios this morning; another good seesion! Fine tuning the sound for strummed guitar songs and finger-picked guitar songs. Stephen doing a fine job at the board. Back to work tomorrow!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/65144692021-01-05T23:35:14-05:002021-01-05T23:35:14-05:00So It Begins...<p>A productive evning at SonDad Studios! Reviewed the notes from the "On This Christmas Day" sessions. Made some adjustments to the settings to get a fuller sound. Tomorrow, Stephen and I will do a couple of demo recordings to make sure everything is just right. Then, the fun begins. We are very enthusiastic for the recording of "Traveling Companions"!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/65109522020-12-31T13:55:21-05:002020-12-31T13:55:21-05:00It's a Brand New Year!<p>Wishing all of you a very Happy and Healthy 2021! I am looking forward to releasing at least two new records in 2021. Of course, I hope to be able to bring my music to live audiences soon. Thank you all so much for your support of my music!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64966372020-12-10T21:05:02-05:002020-12-10T21:05:02-05:00Tracks and More Tracks<p>Every track from my CD's "More Songs to Sing" and "Table for One" are available for download in the Music section of the site. Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64925072020-12-05T15:00:56-05:002020-12-05T15:00:56-05:00The Discs Have Arrived!!!<p>Yes, the "On This Christmas Day" EP has arrived!!! Please stop by the STORE section of the site. $7 gets you a disc and a download of the EP. Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64920482020-12-04T18:18:55-05:002020-12-04T18:18:55-05:00They Are on Their Way!<p>The "On This Christmas Day" EP's are done and on their way here from Discmakers! They should arrive here no later than Tuesday 12/8. Once they arrive, we'll be sending out the pre-orders. I sincerely hope this holiday EP brings comfort and joy. Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64900852020-12-02T12:22:31-05:002020-12-02T12:22:31-05:00Traveling Companions<p>As we wait patiently for the "On This Christmas Day" discs to arrive, my son (and boss) Stephen and I are finishing pre-production for the next record, "Traveling Companions". There will be 12 original songs. Recording will begin next week! We are very excited for this upcoming record; a whole bunch of really good songs! Stay tuned for more news, and Thank You for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64855112020-11-25T12:58:16-05:002020-11-25T12:58:16-05:00An Awesome Stocking Stuffer!<p>Hey folks! Looking for an awesome stocking stuffer? How about an EP of original holiday songs? Check out the STORE section for the new EP, "On This Christmas Day". Downloads are now available. Physical CD's will be available by December 8th. Thanks for your support, and enjoy your holidays!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64830692020-11-21T19:54:04-05:002020-11-21T19:54:04-05:00"On This Christmas Day" Release News!!!<p>YES!!! I'm set to take pre-orders for physical copies of "On This Christmas Day" right here on the site!!! Simply go to the STORE section. The physical EP's will be available no later than December 8, 2020.</p>
<p>If you prefer downloads (full EP or individual tracks), you can purchase them NOW! Simply go to the MUSIC section.</p>
<p>Thank you so much for your support!!! </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64796692020-11-17T12:42:13-05:002020-11-17T12:42:13-05:00"On This Christmas Day" Pre-Orders<p>The files are all with the manufacturer, and we expect to receive the finished product during the first week of December!</p>
<p>I'll be setting up for pre-orders, right here on this site (store section).</p>
<p>Very excited to be releasing a holiday EP!!!</p>
<p>Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64779072020-11-14T19:02:00-05:002020-11-14T19:02:00-05:00On to the Manufacturer!<p>The master files and the cover and disc design files are heading to Disc Makers this weekend! Hoping to have the finished product by the first week of December. Stay tuned!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64758352020-11-12T12:33:16-05:002020-11-12T12:33:16-05:00Cover Design for "On This Christmas Day"<p>The cover design work for my upcoming EP, "On This Christmas Day", has been completed, and it looks GREAT!!! BIG thanks to Anton Daub Design for the stellar work! Sending master files and cover design files to the manufacturer. Advanced sales opening very soon on this site! Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64721962020-11-07T10:53:14-05:002020-11-07T10:53:14-05:00There for You<p>My "breast cancer awareness" song, "There for You", is now available for download purchase! Please go to the Music section of the site. Half the proceeds will be donated to Evolve Pink, a non-profit supporting breast cancer survivors and their families. Thank you for supporting Evolve Pink!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64703352020-11-04T18:46:35-05:002020-11-04T18:46:35-05:00Under the Mistletoe<p>So grateful for all the positive response so far for "Under the Mistletoe", the first single from my upcoming Christmas EP, "On This Christmas Day"! Meanwhile, the proofs for the cover will be coming in by Friday. It won't be long till the EP is avaialble! Thank you for your support.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64678952020-11-01T10:45:19-05:002020-11-01T10:45:19-05:00The First Single from "On This Christmas Day"<p>So excited to announce that the first single from my upcoming Christmas EP, "On This Christmas Day", is now available for download, exclusively on this site! Check it out on the site-wide player. "Under the Mistletoe" is my "naughty" Christmas song! Enjoy, and than you so much for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64667072020-10-30T13:13:04-04:002020-10-30T13:13:04-04:00SonDad Studios<p>My son and producer, Stephen Johnston, recently opened our own recording studio, SonDad Studio! It is so exciting that the first recording project, "On This Christmas Day", is mastered! We'll be playing the songs on various players this weekend, and if all goes well (and so far it is), we'll be sending it out to be manufactured. We are shooting to have it available during Thanksgiving weekend!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64658222020-10-29T12:44:52-04:002020-10-29T12:44:52-04:00The Mastering Is Done!!!<p>YAY! The mastering of my upcoming Christmas EP, "On This Christmas Day", has been completed! Working with my son and co-producer, Stephen Johnston, at our new SonDad Studios, we finished the mastering of the 7 songs last night. Sounds great! It will be made available very soon on this website!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64525842020-10-09T15:09:59-04:002020-10-09T15:09:59-04:00The Mixing Has Begun<p>Mixing has begun on my Christmas EP, "On This Christmas Day". Seven original songs for the Holidays!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64525832020-10-09T15:09:03-04:002020-10-09T15:09:03-04:00SOLD OUT SHOW!<p>Thrilled to find out my appearance at Old York Cellars Winery in Ringoes NJ on Saturday, October 10th, is SOLD OUT!!! and it's going to be beautiful weather for my 5 1/2 hour gig!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64466422020-09-30T23:50:48-04:002020-09-30T23:50:48-04:00All Songs Recorded<p>All 7 songs of my upcoming holiday record, "On This Christmas Day", have been recorded! We definitely got the song order correct; a really nice flow from start to finish. Up next: MIXING! Enjoying the early days of SONDAD Studios!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64457462020-09-29T22:46:15-04:002020-09-29T22:46:15-04:00Progress Report on the New Record<p>Four of the seven songs for my upcoming record, "On This Christmad Day", have been recorded! Shooting to get the other three songs recorded by the weekend; then on to mixing. Great work by my son Stephen on the board. So far, so good at SONDAD Studios!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64437272020-09-26T20:46:31-04:002020-09-26T20:46:31-04:00Recording Starts 9/27!<p>Recording of my new Christmas record, "On This Christmas Day", begins Sunday, September 27th! 7 original songs, total run time around 26 minutes, just my vocals and my Blueridge. My son and producer Stephen will be on the board. We are excited for this record, the first for our new studio, SONDAD Studios! I'll be posting the progress of the record here and on my Facebook page. Pre-sale info coming soon. Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64414622020-09-23T21:38:24-04:002020-09-23T21:38:24-04:00A NEW CD!!!<p>Yes, this weekend I begin recording my new CD! Seven original Christmas songs, all being recorded at our new home recording studio, SONDAD Studios! My son Stephen and I are thrilled to make this dream of our own studio a reality! The projected release of "On This Christmas Day" is Thanksgiving weekend 2020! Announcement on pre-sales coming soon! Thanks for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64159462020-08-24T12:34:30-04:002020-08-24T12:34:30-04:00Shows on Facebook<p>Well, it looks like for the foreseeable future that I will be doing installments of my "Sunday Supper Show at Six" on my Facebook page www.facebook.com/thomas.johnston.7564. These shows have been a lot of fun to do, and I am grateful to all the good folks who have tuned in each week!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64135432020-08-20T12:41:08-04:002020-08-20T12:41:08-04:00Busy Weekend (and am I grateful)!<p>So grateful for another busy music weekend! Friday 8/21 I'm performing at the Come Together Music Series in Clinton NJ (7PM-9PM). Saturday 8/22 I'm returning to the Holland Township NJ Farmers Market (9AM-1PM). And, I am planning to do two Facebook shows: Saturday 8/22 (6PM-7PM), a make-up for last Sunday) and Sunday 8/23 (6PM-7PM). Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64094992020-08-14T12:07:50-04:002020-08-14T12:07:50-04:00A Make-Up Show on Facebook<p>Last Sunday, I couldn't do my Sunday Supper Show at Six on Facebook since I was playing a real show in Frenchtown NJ. So, I will be making that show up THIS EVENING at 6:00; call it the Sunday Supper Show at Friday at Six. Two new songs to debut! Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/64071942020-08-11T12:35:20-04:002020-08-11T12:35:20-04:00A BIG Show on Sunday!<p>On Sunday, August 16, I'll be making a return engagement to the Old York Cellars Winery in Ringoes NJ! A beautiful setting, and one of my favorite places to perform at. I'll be playing from 12 noon to 6:30PM! Come on out for some great wine and some great music.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/63920262020-07-24T12:29:08-04:002020-07-24T12:29:08-04:00A Return to the Holland Township NJ Farmers Market!<p>On Saturday July 25, I return to the small but mighty Holland Township NJ Farmers Market. I'll be performing from 9:00AM to 1:00PM. Great vendors with lots of wonderful products. Located in the Firehouse parking lot. Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/63863272020-07-17T12:42:21-04:002020-07-17T12:43:26-04:00Sunday Supper Show at Six<p>Yes, I will be doing another installment of my Sunday Supper Show at Six on July 19th at 6:00PM (EDT). My songs and the stories behind them. Thank you for you support!</p>
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<p>www.facebook.com/thomas.johnston.7564</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/63297692020-05-25T16:34:08-04:002020-05-25T16:34:08-04:00New Songs!!!<p>Four new songs written this weekend!!! So grateful the creativity continues to flow. It helps me survive these challenging times.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/63282382020-05-24T00:31:56-04:002020-05-24T00:31:56-04:00And, Another Facebook Live Show<p>Yep, I'll be doing another Sunday Supper Show at Six on Sunday, May 25th at 6:00PM! Been working on some new songs; hope I get them done in time. Thanks for tuning in! www.facebook.com/thomas.johnston.7564</p>
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<p>My set consists of 4 originals, plus a cover of the classic "Under the Boardwalk" in honor of the unofficial start of summer. Check out Old York Cellars Facebook page for the video on Friday evening. Thank you for your support!</p>
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I wrote this song to thank the wonderful women and men on the front lines of Hunterdon Medical Center and the Hunterdon Healthcare System in Flemington NJ. Please enjoy, and please support your local hospitals and medical centers.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/62673872020-03-31T12:51:07-04:002020-03-31T12:51:07-04:00A New Song for the Brave Medical Heroes<p>I recently wrote a new song titled "You Are Heroes", dedicated to the brave women and men on the front lines at Hunterdon Medical Center and Hunterdon Healthcare System in Flemington NJ, and all of the healthcare professionals taking care of those with COVID-19. A video of the song can be found on my Facebook page, www.facebook.com/thomas.johnston.7564, and my Facebook music page, www.facebook.com/thomasjohnstonmusic. We can't thank all these heroes enough for the work they are doing in these challenging times!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/62562332020-03-20T12:37:23-04:002020-03-20T12:37:23-04:00Strange Days Indeed<p>John Lennon said it best. Yes, this week's shows have been cancelled. We'll see how things progress as we head toward April. In the meantime, I am working on doing some live performances on Facebook and will announce those soon. Plus, more videos on Facebook of me performing songs from "Traveling Companions". Together, we will all get though this. Thank you for your support of my music. Stay healthy, folks!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/62466432020-03-12T12:55:19-04:002020-03-12T12:55:19-04:00Another Project!<p>First, my 4th solo CD titled "Traveling Companions". Then, a Christmas EP. And now, another project is in the works! I am writing songs for an EP (or CD, you never know) titled "Commentary"! Goodness knows, there is plenty to comment about in the world. I actually have four songs already written for this new project. Keeping busy in 2020!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/62439592020-03-10T12:47:48-04:002020-03-10T12:47:48-04:00Back in the Studio Soon<p>Yes, I am excited to soon be returning to the studio! This time will be to record my 4th solo CD, "Traveling Companions". The CD will have 12 new songs, some very emotional, given the adversities that had to be overcome the last couple of years. It will be a stripped down, raw production. I'll be posting updates up to release. Can't wait to share these new songs with everyone!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/62383182020-03-05T12:51:00-05:002020-03-05T12:51:00-05:00And Then There Were Twelve<p>The final song for the upcoming new CD, "Traveling Companions", has been finished! Doing a bunch of rehearsing before the times comes to record. I am very much looking forward to releasing my 4th solo record!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/61916012020-01-28T12:33:19-05:002020-01-28T12:33:19-05:0011 Songs Chosen, 1 To Go<p>Eleven songs have been chosen for the much-anticipated 4th solo CD, "Traveling Companions". One more song slot to fill! Then, Ill be working with my producer (and son) Stephen to finish the arrangements and get them in the right order. I am very excited to once more begin the journey of making a record!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/60928162020-01-12T15:29:16-05:002020-01-12T15:29:16-05:00Another 3-Show Week<p>For the second week in a row, I have the privilege of playing 3 shows. Check out the show schedule on the site to see when and where!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/60619282020-01-05T12:33:28-05:002020-01-05T12:33:28-05:00The First Show of 2020!<p>Happy New Year! 2020 starts off with a show at the amazing Easton Wine Project in Easton PA! I'll be playing my songs from 6:30PM - 8:30PM, including new songs! Easton Wine Project has a cool atmosphere, tasty wine and food, and a very friendly staff! A great venue for my first show of 2020!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/58040372019-06-25T22:50:48-04:002020-01-22T03:17:34-05:00A Hot Summer Indeed!<p>14 shows in June! 11 shows in July! 17 shows in August! Thanks to all the great venues for so many opportunities to bring music to a whole lot of folks!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/57546832019-05-14T19:04:02-04:002019-12-29T19:10:31-05:00And Another Debut!<p>Yes! This Saturday 5/18, I'll be making my debut at the awesome Great Barn Taproom in New Hope PA! I'll be performing from 7:30PM to 10:30PM!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/57496332019-05-10T07:18:48-04:002019-05-10T07:18:48-04:00Another Debut!<p>THIS EVENING! I am excited for my debut at the Tasting Room for the Old York Cellars Winery, located in Bridgewater Commons Mall in Bridgewater NJ! Stop by for some fine wine and some fine live music! 5PM - 8PM!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/57452482019-05-06T19:35:49-04:002019-05-06T19:35:49-04:00DATE CHANGE!<p>Please note: the date for my monthly show at Mama's Cafe Baci in Hackettstown NJ has been changed from May 15th to May 9th.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/57151652019-04-10T20:57:50-04:002019-04-10T20:57:50-04:00Mid April Blitz!!!<p>BAM!!! Five appearances for the week of April 15th thru April 21st!!! Check the schedule to see where I'll be performing! Thank you for your support!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/56954152019-03-26T17:25:18-04:002019-03-26T17:25:18-04:00An amazing first quarter of 2019!<p>Unless something changes, I will have made 29 appearances in the first quarter of 2019!!! That is up three from the first quarter of 2018! My sincerest appreciation to all the venues that booked me, and to all the fine folks who came to the shows!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/56799452019-03-14T09:03:32-04:002019-03-14T09:03:32-04:00Great Craic for St. Patrick's Weekend!<p>Seven shows in the next four days to celebrate St. Patrick's Weekend! Please check the show calendar here to see where I'll be. Slainte!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/56463302019-02-16T10:08:45-05:002020-03-05T08:06:23-05:00Another Debut Show!<p>TONIGHT!!! My debut at the Ratheskellar Bar at The National Hotel in Frenchtown NJ! I'll be performing a bunch of great songs from 9:00PM to midnight!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/56138992019-01-26T13:43:58-05:002020-01-06T01:41:16-05:00It's Another Busy Winter<p>Once again, winter is BUSY! Five shows booked this week! For the complete list, check the Show Schedule on the site. Hope to see you at one or more ofmy shows!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/55763872019-01-01T11:52:47-05:002019-01-01T11:52:47-05:00My First New Song of 2019!<p>Well, that didn't take long. This morning, I wrote my first new song of the new year! "With These Hands" could be one of my best! Hopefully an indication of many great songs to follow.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/55743262018-12-30T14:31:55-05:002018-12-30T14:31:55-05:00What a Year 2018 Was!!!<p>152 SHOWS!!! Yes, I played 152 shows in 2018! I am so grateful to all the venues who booked me, and all the folks who attended the shows! After taking the last week of December off, I'll be back at it, starting January 3rd at Old Croton Bar & Grill in Flemington NJ! I'm looking forward to a great 2019!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/53949672018-08-20T19:53:02-04:002018-08-20T19:53:02-04:00What a Year...and There Is Four Months Left<p>In 2016 and 2017, I played my 100th show for each year in December. Tomorrow night will be my 100th show for 2018! I'll be at the great Mama's Cafe Baci in Hackettstown NJ! Feeling extremely grateful!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/53757922018-08-05T21:05:43-04:002018-08-05T21:05:43-04:00An Amazing Six Years<p>This weekend marks six years as a solo performer! It has been a wonderful ride. During this time, I have released three CD's (I'm now writing for the 4th) and played 538 shows! I am so grateful to everyone who has booked me or came out to a show or bought a CD or had me on their radio show or contributed to my records or said a kind word about my music. And there's a lot more music to come! What matters most to me is that folks enjoy my music. Feeling most appreciative!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/53587432018-07-23T17:25:17-04:002018-07-23T17:25:17-04:00On the Radio!<p>Tonight, I will be the guest for Tyler Gran's "Night Moves" show on WDVR, 89.7 FM, out of Sergeantsville, NJ! We'll be talking about my music journey and stories behind some of my songs. Their website is www.wdvrfm.org. The show starts at 10:00PM!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/53553832018-07-20T14:47:45-04:002018-07-20T14:47:45-04:00Clinton Come Together 07/20/2018<p>Tonight, I'll be playing on West Main Street, across from Designer Dawgs, at the Clinton Come Together Music Series, 7:00PM - 9:00PM!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/53527082018-07-18T19:31:19-04:002018-07-18T19:31:19-04:00Another Busy Weekend!<p>Three shows in 26.5 hours! Friday 7/20 @ the Come Together Music Series in Clinton NJ! Saturday 7/21 @ the market at The Shoppes at the Farm in Whitehouse Station NJ, the The Filling Station in Flemington NJ! A total of 10.5 hours of playing time!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/53434262018-07-12T16:29:21-04:002018-07-12T16:29:21-04:00Another New Song!<p>Yes!!! Another new song in the books! This one is titled "Should Have Done Better by You". It's one of those personal, open-up-your-heart-and-let-people-look-in kind of songs. Writing for the new album is coming along quite nicely!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/53424502018-07-11T22:40:55-04:002019-11-08T18:30:07-05:00A Song from Deep in My Heart<p>Last night, I debuted a new song, "October 3rd 1974". It is a tribute to my cousin Stephen Kitson, who was shot and killed at the age of 17 in my old neighborhood in the Bronx NY. My son Stephen (who is named after my cousin) will produce a video of me playing this song, and the video will be put up on my YouTube channel.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/53371262018-07-09T09:00:36-04:002018-07-09T09:00:36-04:00Debut at the North Branch Library<p>I am thrilled for my upcoming debut at the North Branch Hunterdon County Library in Clinton NJ on Tuesday, July 10 (7:00PM)! I'll be playing a set of my songs, telling the stories behind those songs, as well as a couple of covers of songs written by artists who have influenced me the most.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/53352132018-07-07T08:35:31-04:002018-07-07T08:35:31-04:00Show for July 7 2018!<p>Today, I will be performing at the amazing Stockton Market in Stockton NJ! The market is hosting a fundraiser for the Stockton Fire Department. I'll be playing from 12 Nonn to 3:00PM!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/53320052018-07-05T09:29:09-04:002018-07-05T09:29:09-04:00The New Songs Keep Coming!<p>Another new song done! "Congress Person", a satirical look at the U. S. House of Representatives.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/53311302018-07-04T14:05:23-04:002018-07-04T14:05:23-04:00A Busy Summer Continues<p>After a 20-show June, the month of July will be just about as busy! Fifteen shows booked so far, with three of four more possible! And the beat goes on!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/52487902018-05-22T12:16:13-04:002018-05-22T12:16:13-04:00Shows and More Shows<p>The show schedule just keeps growing! I've added more dates from June thru September! Plus, shows for October thru December to be posted soon!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/52014602018-04-25T10:22:55-04:002018-04-25T10:22:55-04:00Thomas Johnston Plays The Dubliner!<p>I am honored to have the opportunity to play the awesome Dubliner on the Delaware on Main Street in New Hope PA! I'll be there on Friday May 4th from 8:00PM to 10:00PM with a great mix of music!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/51862132018-04-17T10:11:22-04:002018-04-17T10:11:22-04:00New Video on YouTube<p>Posted a second video on my YouTube channel! This one is for the song "I Hope You Know", from the "More Songs to Sing" album. Enjoy!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/51757532018-04-11T09:42:55-04:002018-04-11T09:42:55-04:00I'm Now on Twitter!<p>You can now follow me on Twitter. @T_JohnstonMusic</p>
<p> </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/51406652018-03-21T18:51:51-04:002018-03-21T18:51:51-04:00Songs on Soundcloud!<p>Three songs from the latest CD ("Indigo Sunset", "I Hope You Know", and "Single Mother") now streaming on Soundcloud!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/51303852018-03-15T15:58:21-04:002018-03-15T15:58:21-04:00My First Video on YouTube!<p>I've just posted my first performance video to YouTube!!! It's a video of me performing my song "Christmas Eve" from the "More Songs to Sing" CD. Kudos to my son Stephen Johnston for the great camera work! Go to YouTube and type "Thomas Johnston Christmas Eve" in the Search box. Enjoy!!!</p>
<p> </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/49652102017-12-06T14:07:04-05:002017-12-06T14:07:04-05:00More Places to Get "More Songs to Sing"<p>"More Songs to Sing" can now be found on I-Tunes and Spotify!!!</p>
<p> </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/49502672017-11-27T08:25:45-05:002018-04-28T07:39:50-04:00A Wonderful Review of "More Songs to Sing"<p>My sincerest thanks to Tom Franks at Folkwords for his wonderful review of "More Songs to Sing"!</p>
<p>The review can be found at http://www.folkwords.com/folkwordsreviews_104967.html</p>
<p> </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/49443822017-11-22T11:24:52-05:002017-11-22T11:24:52-05:00More Songs to Sing on YouTube<p>You can now hear all 14 songs from my new CD "More Songs to Sing" on YouTube! Go to <a href="http://www.youtube.com">www.youtube.com</a> and enter Thomas Johnston More Songs to Sing in the search bar.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/49427432017-11-21T13:42:10-05:002017-11-21T13:43:02-05:00"More Songs to Sing" Now on CDBaby!!!<p>My new CD, "More Songs to Sing", is now available on CDBaby! Go to <a href="http://cdbaby.com/cd/thomasjohnston22">http://cdbaby.com/cd/thomasjohnston22</a></p>
<p> </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/48742292017-10-02T18:22:44-04:002017-10-02T18:22:44-04:00Musician of the Month!<p>I am so honored to be chosen as October Musician of the Month by the wonderful organization, Musicians on a Mission! MOAM does great work in Monmouth and Ocean counties in New Jersey USA, hosting benefit events that help a lot of worthy causes. I am proud to be a member of such a great organization. I was interviewed by Art Steinman of MOAM, and the interview can be found at:</p>
<p>http://musicianofthemonth.blogspot.com/2017/10/october-musician-of-month-thomas.html</p>
<p> </p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/48568552017-09-19T17:49:25-04:002017-09-19T17:49:25-04:00Early Reviews<p>SO EXCITED!!! The early reviews of my new record, "More Songs to Sing", have been overwhelmingly positive! Here are just a few of the lovely comments about the record. I deeply appreciated each one.</p>
<p>"Beautiful songwriting and performance"</p>
<p>"A terrific CD. It gets better and better with each song"</p>
<p>"This is now the CD I listen to in my car. Great CD"</p>
<p>"Beautiful...a real rootsie Americana vibe, and I love it"</p>
<p>"Great album"</p>
<p>So far, so good. It will soon be available right here at the website!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/47897952017-07-23T21:47:32-04:002017-07-23T21:47:32-04:00The New CD's Are In!!!!!<p>My 3rd solo CD, "More Songs to Sing", is all finished!!! The CD will soon be available here, as well as my shows, I-Tunes, Amazon, Spotify, and a whole bunch of outlets!!!</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/47367702017-06-07T14:12:41-04:002017-06-07T14:12:41-04:00CD Progress<p>Yes, "More Songs to Sing" is being mastered! Can't wait to hear the finished CD! Great thanks to Mr. George Wirth for his work on the mastering.</p>Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/46965592017-05-04T13:14:56-04:002017-05-04T13:14:56-04:00CD Progress"More Songs to Sing" is about to be mastered! Photo shoots are finished, and the work on the cover is almost ready to go to the graphic artist! It won't be long till "More Songs to Sing" is ready!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/46828652017-04-24T13:07:47-04:002018-04-28T07:40:30-04:00CD ProgressAll the parts have been recorded, and we're working on the final mix! This is going to be one very special record!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/46620182017-04-07T10:47:33-04:002017-04-07T10:47:33-04:00More Songs to SingI am so excited for the new album! It is coming along quite well; just a couple of more parts to put in before the final mix. Big thanks to Brian Ostering for his recording and mixing work as well as his bass guitar tracks, Alicia Van Sant for her beautiful harmonies and her tambourine track, and Taylor Hope for incredible fiddle tracks. Of course, big thanks to my son Stephen for his production work. It won't be long!!!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/45683542017-01-29T16:57:27-05:002017-01-29T16:57:27-05:00Songs for the New AlbumThe songs for the new CD, "More Songs to Sing", have been chosen and the song list is complete: 12 original songs and one very special cover song! Let the recording begin!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/45442092017-01-10T11:28:44-05:002017-01-10T11:28:44-05:00Back in the Studio Again!It has been awhile, but I will be going back into the studio to record my third solo album!!! The new record is titled "More Songs to Sing", and I should have it out in the Spring of 2017! The CD will have 12 new original songs, plus one very special cover song. I am thrilled with the writing for this new record, and the response to the songs I have played out has been overwhelmingly positive! I'll be posting reports about the album's progress. I can't wait to share this record with the world!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/42886672016-07-21T12:55:23-04:002016-07-21T12:55:23-04:00Hot Fun in the SummertimeSummer so far has been hot; temperature-wise and music-wise. New venues, new songs, new fans; summer has been a whole lot of fun. I've added more shows, so please check the show list on this site. And thanks for supporting my music!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/42387642016-06-20T10:47:47-04:002016-06-20T10:47:47-04:00The Many Shows of SummerWOW! The shows keep getting booked! Looks like I'll hit at least 50 shows for May thru September! I am so grateful to all the amazing venues who have given me opportunities to perform. I'm especially excited for the new venues I have come across. Check the show listing for what's coming up.Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/41549122016-04-26T18:52:00-04:002018-06-21T22:56:55-04:00Debut at Mama's Cafe Baci RescheduledMy debut at the wonderful Mama's Cafe Baci in Hackettstown, NJ has been rescheduled to Thursday, June 2, due to the venue needing the room this Thursday for another event.Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/41262472016-04-07T22:13:57-04:002016-04-07T22:13:57-04:00Thomas Johnston Music Hour CONTINUES!It's still on! Thanks to PANJ Radio for continuing the Thomas Johnston Music Hour at 9:00AM! One hour of songs from my first two albums. Go to www.panjradio.com.Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/40936022016-03-17T19:52:33-04:002016-03-17T19:52:33-04:00Thomas Johnston Music Hour!Today thru Sunda7, 9:00AM, PANJ Radio in Lambertville, NJ will present the Thomas Johnston Music Hour, playing songs from my two CD's! Tune in to www.panjradio.com.<br> Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/40678872016-03-01T16:18:11-05:002016-03-01T16:18:11-05:00Play on PANJ Radio!Tonight at 9:00PM, two of the songs from my Table For One CD will be featured on the Indie Music Hour @ www.panjradio.com!!!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/40389942016-02-12T16:01:30-05:002016-02-12T16:01:30-05:00Writing for the New CD!The writing is going well for the new CD, entitled "Character Studies and Self-Portraits". The album will be released later this year!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/39931002016-01-17T12:55:16-05:002016-01-17T12:55:16-05:00And, We're Off!!!2016 is here, and the shows have started! The goal is to top 100 shows for the year, and I am so grateful for all the opportunities to perform that are coming. I'm also busy writing for album #3: "Character Studies and Self-Portraits", to be released later this year. More news to come. Thank you for supporting my music!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/38771882015-09-30T22:21:10-04:002015-09-30T22:21:10-04:00A New CD for 2016!Autumn has arrived, and the show schedule has slowed down a little. Time to ramp up the songwriting for the next CD, "Character Studies and Self Portraits", which will be released in 2016. I already have four songs written for it. I view this record as a very important one, and a lot of time and effort will go into it. I love the process of creating a quality record; I know I'll enjoy putting this record together for all to listen to.Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/37920572015-07-28T20:14:39-04:002015-07-28T20:14:39-04:00What A Summer!!!I'm finishing up a 14-show July, and will be starting a 15-show August!!! Many thanks to all the wonderful venues for all the chances to play, and to everybody who comes out to the shows! I am so grateful!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/37645142015-07-03T09:01:34-04:002015-07-03T09:01:34-04:00"Table For One" Now on I-Tunes!!!Yes, it's true! "Table For One" is on I-Tunes!!! You can find it at https:/itunes.apple.com/us/album/table-for-one/id948350816Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/36781082015-04-26T20:13:14-04:002015-04-26T20:13:14-04:00The Merry Month of May!May is shaping up to be an epic month with at least 11 appearances scheduled!!!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/36396702015-04-03T10:58:12-04:002015-04-03T10:58:12-04:00All These Shows!!!We're FINALLY out of winter, and the show calendar is exploding for spring and summer! On pace to surpass the 71 shows I played last year. I am SO GRATEFUL for all the support!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/35454442015-02-20T13:19:38-05:002015-02-20T13:19:38-05:00Coming Soon: Warm Weather and Lots of Shows!I'm in the process of planning out what will promise to be an exciting spring and summer! I'll be returning to venues I played last year, and adding new venues as well. Stay tuned and check the site for the latest show additions.Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/34704052015-01-16T13:24:30-05:002015-01-16T13:24:30-05:00"Table For One" on Amazon!"Table For One" is now available on amazon.com and amazon.co.uk<br> Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/34181782014-12-19T09:41:03-05:002014-12-19T09:41:03-05:00Irish Voice Review of "Table For One"An amazing review of "Table For One" by Mike Farragher of the Irish Voice newspaper in NYC!!! You can find it at www.irishcentral.com/culture/entertainment/No-reservations-on-table-for-one.html<br><br> Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/34112032014-12-17T18:16:49-05:002014-12-17T18:16:49-05:00"Table For One" Now on CdBaby!!!"Table For One" can now be purchased at <a href="http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/thomasjohnston2">www.cdbaby.com/cd/thomasjohnston2</a>. The physical CD, or download the album or individual songs. "Table For One is also available at my shows!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/33224352014-11-24T10:40:24-05:002014-11-24T10:40:45-05:00"Table For One" ReleasePicking up the new CD's on Tuesday, November 25!!!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/32783882014-11-12T09:13:15-05:002014-11-24T10:24:00-05:00"Table For One" ReleaseThe master and cover work are completed!!! On to the manufacturer. It won't be long now!!!Thomas Johnstontag:thomas-johnston-music.com,2005:Post/32639132014-11-03T12:58:01-05:002014-12-16T10:55:10-05:00"Table For One" ReleaseIt's almost here!!! The release of my new CD, "Table For One", will be in November 2014!!!Thomas Johnston