In a request from Michael Johns Central, those of us who are members there were asked to spread the news of an Exclusive pre-album release interview being done by American Idol Now with Michael Johns. Please consider any questions you might have for him and then submit them to the link found in the article below.
As you already know, Michael has a new single out called "Heart on my Sleeve" from his debut album Hold Back My Heart, which will be released next week on June 23rd. I would ask a favor of anyone reading this article as well. Do a quick copy and paste and post it to your blog as well. Thanks!
American Idol now has been granted an exclusive Q&A interview with Michael Johns prior to the release of his album ‘Hold Back My Heart’, on June 23. Herb Longs, the director of American Idol Now, has approached us with a request to advertise the interview and to ask fans to submit any Q&A’s they might have that may be used in the interview, and that he hopes to have Michael answer. All questions can be submitted by either posting a comment in reply to this article, which will then be collected by, or forwarded to Herb, or by clicking HERE. This is a wonderful opportunity to ask Michael those questions you’ve been dying to know the answers to, so get busy y’all, and do your thang!
Here are a couple of videos from Michael Johns AT&T sponsored Meet and Greet held in Dayton, OH today. Once again, the fans have my thanks for sharing their videos with those of us who live too far away to be there ourselves.
'Free Falling':
Credit goes to tracyr627 for the following video of Michael singing his new single 'Heart On My Sleeve'.'
This is the last of four shows listed for Michael Johns AT&T Meet and Greet Tour. He'll be appearing at The Shoppes at 725 between 1:00-3:00 pm tomorrow. The past three shows have produced some exceptional pictures and videos of Michael performing. The concert admission is free to all who attend. That's right. You can meet the "Hot Aussie" from American Idol and it won't cost you a dime. If you live in the Dayton, OH area, this is a can't miss it event. Be sure to take your cameras and video cams along! YouTube is a wonderful thing for those of us that live on the other side of the continent. The address is listed below. :D
Saturday, May 16
1-3pm
AT&T
The Shoppes at 725
2427 Miamisburg Centerville Road
Dayton, OH 45459
Michael Johns just informed his fans via a Twitter message that he'll be performing at the KIIS FM Idol party! It looks Ryan Seacrest might make good on his promise to play Michael's music on his radio show. With any luck, we'll get to hear his debut single 'Heart On My Sleeve'. I'll bring the details when more is known, but here's the message we got from Michael.
Click the pic to go to Michael Johns Twitter
Just found out i'll be performing at the KIIS Fm Idol party not sure on details yet
Thanks to an article by Howard Cohen of The Miami Herald, we now have what is apparently the actual artwork and tracklist for Michael Johns debut album, Hold Back My Heart. I'm hoping this is just the early artwork, since someone forgot to tell them 'Mountains' is misspelled on the cover.
To see the full review done by Mr. Cohen, go HERE:
The first video is of Michael's performance on May 8, 2009 for Rockin' The Runway. Again, these are just fan videos and won't compare to the quality of the video which will be aired on May 16th and 17th via the CW Network, but who's to say what they will broadcast? Although already posted before, here's the quote from their website:
The CW Network will televise the "Land Rover America's Polo Cup Television Special - Where the Elite Meet" live to tape, as well as produce a special Land Rover America's Polo Cup television show that will air on May 16th at 8 p.m., and May 17th at 10:30 a.m.
Until we get something better, I'll just post the best I can find.
Here's another absolute jewel of Michael doing 'Wonderwall'
Finally, Michael performs his first single 'Heart On My Sleeve' with a band! Hope they put this on the CW!!!
...and just for good measure, here are a couple of interview videos to go along with the performances.
I'm a bit reluctant to post the following information since no formal announcement or verification has been made as to the authenticity of the official track list or the actual artwork for Michael Johns' new album Hold Back My Heart. However, since I'm not responsible for the claim if it's wrong, I decided to share what I found with you. This much I know to be true! It is indeed coming out on June 23rd and can be pre-ordered at Amazon.com now!
The original information was found at Tommy2.net and can be viewed at their site:
Here's the tracklist and early artwork for American Idol 7 contestant Michael Johns' new album, Hold Back My Heart, which releases June 23rd.
1. Heart On My Sleeve
2. To Love Somebody
3. Feeling Alright
4. Little Bear
5. Fools Gold
6. Mountains
7. Fire
8. Hold Back My Heart
9. This Is Goodbye
10. It's Too Late
11. Heart Is Weak
12. Turn To You
It's not listed on iTunes yet (as of this writing), but here's the link for pre-order at Amazon.com!
Here are the first of what I hope are many Michael Johns videos to come from the Land Rover America's Polo Cup that was held in DC on May 8th & 9th, 2009. More video of the event will be broadcast on CWTV on the 16th & 17th of May. In the meantime, I'll bring you whatever I find.
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Michael Johns sings "You Can't Always Get What You Want" by the Rolling stones in Potomac, Maryland at the World Polo Cup (Australia vs. America) on May 9, 2009. WARNING: There were a lot of screaming women in the background, it's kind of annoying to have the volume up real loud.
More exclusive stuff from the polo day will be coming soon to: http://www.dc50tv.com/
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Season seven American Idol finalist, Michael Johns sings his song "Fire" in Potomac, Maryland on May 9, 2009 at America's Polo Cup.
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American Idol's season 7eight place finalist, Michael Johns sings Tom Petty's "American Girl" at America's World Polo cup on May 9, 2009 in Potomac, Maryland.
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Season 7 8th place finalist of American Idol, Michael Johns performs two hit songs by Queen at America's Polo Cup in Potomac Maryland on May 9, 2009.
On a break between performances at the Land Rover's America's Polo Cup being held on May 8th & 9th in Potomac, MD, Michael Johns also performed at the AT&T Meet and Greet in Niles, Oh on May 9th. He jetted his way to the Ohio event in the morning and then traveled back to the DC area to headline the performance at the Polo event later that same night. That's right folks. Superman performed Friday night in DC, then did a gig in Ohio, and another one back in DC the same day. Busy guy.
According to reports at the America's Polo Cup site, there will be televised video of that event on the CW network, to be broadcast on May 16th and 17th. Here's a quote from their website:
The CW Network will televise the "Land Rover America's Polo Cup Television Special - Where the Elite Meet" live to tape, as well as produce a special Land Rover America's Polo Cup television show that will air on May 16th at 8 p.m., and May 17th at 10:30 a.m.
Until then, enjoy the show from Niles, Ohio.
These were all posted by Kristen8108. My thanks to her for sharing the videos with the world.
Following up on a story first published here based on a Michael Johns Twitter, this new update begs a question Okay... so what do People Magazine and Rhapsody.com know about Michael Johns new album that the rest of us don't?
Either they've made a mistake on the release date for Michael Johns' new album Hold Back My Heart, or the the album is being released a week sooner than the previous date we were given, which was June 23rd.
Personally, I hope they're right with the release date, as I simply can't wait to hear the rest of the songs on this album! We've gotten just the most delicious taste with Michael's debut single 'Heart On My Sleeve'.
Add to that Michael's recent performances of 'To Love Somebody' that we've seen on such programs as Idolatryand American Nobody, and this album already promises to be distinctly one of a kind in Michael's uniquely soulful sound. The way he expresses emotion in music is unequaled.
If you've not heard those renditions of the song, you should take the time to watch them. If you prefer to just have a listen to the song click HERE to go to the most amazing mp3 of 'To Love Somebody'.
Just as a reminder, 'Heart On My Sleeve' was the number one add on AC and Hot AC radio stations today! Michael blogged that news to all of his fans at once.
I'm absolutely loving the fact that this American Idol star has recently decided to let everyone know what's going on in his career by updating his MySpace and Twitter on a regular basis. Here's wishing him much success on the new single and album! Cheers and best wishes mate! :D
Set those DVR's now folks, so you don't miss American Idol Season 7's Michael Johns as he's featured on this weeks Idol Tonight. According to an article by Howard Cohen of The Miami Herald's Idol Watch, Michael's feature will be aired on the TV Guide Channel at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, the 29th of April.
Props to Mr. Cohen for the heads up. Oh yeah, he says something about Vonzell Solomon too. Click on the link above to see the original source. :P
Michael Johns !!!NEWS UPDATE!!! Get your dialing fingers ready to request Michael's debut single 'Heart On My Sleeve' beginning tomorrow. There was apparently a delay with the radio impact that was supposed to begin today. Although I don't know the exact details of what caused the delay, this is what was just sent via Twitter from Michael Johns himself.
I just got the great news that HOMS will be the number 1 added song to Hot AC AC radio tmrw!
Thanks for all ur help and keep requesting cheers!
It's not a bother or problem for me to pick up the phone and call my radio stations. At least all of my local DJ's are aware that 'Heart On My Sleeve' is coming and they've promised to play it as soon as it gets here. I contacted all of them today and I'll do it again tomorrow. :D
In case you decide to get in on the Street Team action, here are some numbers and email addies that might help you out. These are the big guys that might have enough clout to get the song on the playlists nationwide. At least they act they're big enough to have that much sway in what's played. We'll see soon enough. ;D
To send your request to Billy Bush, his email address is
I'm pretty sure his email is ryan@kiisfm.com, but if anyone has a correction on that, please email me or put the corrected version in the comment section. (Thanks!)
Now go bug everyone until they play Michael Johns music 24/7. :P
I've already bought mine, but for those of you that haven't heard the single or gotten your copy just yet, you can click the pic to go directly to Amazon.com! If you prefer to buy from iTunes, click on their name. No matter where you buy the single, either way, treat yourself to 3:41 minutes of pure musical listening pleasure.
Product Details
* Original Release Date: April 14, 2009
* Release Date: April 14, 2009
* Label: TRP Records
* Copyright: (C) 2009 TRP Records
* Song Length: 3:41 minutes
* Genres: Pop/General
* ASIN: B00265Q178
Please click the Preview All button below hear just a piece of this beautiful clip!
Thanks ever so much to all the Michael Johns fans in Morgantown, WV for sharing their videos. Here are the Music Videos From The AT&T Meet and Greet in Morgantown WV, April 25,2009! We'll add more as we find them!
Michael Johns New Single - 'Heart On My Sleeve'
Michael Johns - You Can't Always Get What You Want
In a message from Michael Johns via his Twitter today, he revealed that radio impact for his debut single 'Heart On My Sleeve' will begin on Monday, April 27, 2009.
I've already bought mine, but for those of you that haven't heard the single or gotten yours yet, you can click the pic to go directly to Amazon.com! For those of you that prefer to buy from iTunes, click on their name. No matter where you buy the single, either way, treat yourself to 3:41 minutes of pure listening Heaven.
Product Details * Original Release Date: April 14, 2009 * Release Date: April 14, 2009 * Label: TRP Records * Copyright: (C) 2009 TRP Records * Song Length: 3:41 minutes * Genres: Pop/General * ASIN: B00265Q178
Please click the Preview All button below hear just a piece of this beautiful clip!
Michael Johns new single "Heart On My Sleeve" is listed as one of the Top 5 Hot Downloads in the new People Magazine! Not bad for a debut single! Anytime an artist makes the Top 5 in an elite magazine like People, it's headline news here!
Here are the latest tweets from Michael's Twitter. Members of Twitter can click on the picture below to follow Michael's up to the minute tweets too!
In the new copy of People Mag they have new single in Top 5 hot downloads pretty cool
And an hour later we have:
It's in the mag y'all
In other news...
Following up on a story first posted here on April 17th, Michael Johns will be at an AT & T sponsored Meet & Greet session tomorrow between the hours of 1-3 pm, April 25th at the AT & T store located in the Morgantown Mall, 9500 Mall Road, in Morgantown, WV.
There are no excuses for not being there since you've known about it for over a week now, and have had plenty of time to prepare. Take your camera along and post some new pics for us! No fainting allowed until after you've taken a few really good snapshots.
Michael Johns recently sang his version of the beautiful Bee Gees song 'To Love Somebody' - said to be on his upcoming album 'Hold Back My Heart', which will be released June 23, 2009. Michael has told the story of how the Bee Gees originally wrote the song for Otis Redding, but sadly Otis passed away before he was able to record it. This mp3 of Michael shows his stunning ability to make his audience feel the depths of the meaning behind his soulful songs. Listen to Michael's version below.
Michael Johns had his single "Heart On My Sleeve" aired on 92.9 FM Radio in Australia and then followed with a phone interview on the Kyle and Jackie O Hour Of Power show which can be listened to below.
In a followup to a report first done yesterday about Michael Johns' appearance on The Morning Show, I gave links to the Australian site on Channel 7. Thanks to a tip from I Heart Pizza at IDF (who gave me the link to YouTube) you can now view the interview here.
Michael's single "Heart On My Sleeve" is climbing the charts in OZ! Go to Amazon.com or iTunes to get yours!
According to The Morning Show in Australia, Michael Johns is a hit. He was featured on their show April 24, 2009. There's lots of great info in this video clip, including the fact that Michael's been asked to "co-host" for an episode of The Today Show with Regis and Kelly! Promotion for "Heart On My Sleeve" is just beginning, so look for Michael to start making the rounds at the likes of Conan, Leno, Letterman Ellen and the rest of the talk shows! I can't wait to see what comes next. Cheers!
Check out The Morning Show by clicking the picture above or below!
Michael Johns was first introduced nationwide as a finalist on American Idol's Season 7. His shocking and unexpected elimination caused a nationwide uproar and catapulted him into instant celebrity status.
Stay tuned to this site for the most recent news, videos, tour dates, music releases, mp3's, and everything else Michael Johns, as we follow this shining star into his future.
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