Johnny Z

Blue Highways

Another playlist has added "No One I Know" to their playlist. There's some really nicer stuff here and I'm happy to be included with them.

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Here's a snippet from "Could It Be I'm in Love with You?" which will be on my new album, Making Contact, available everywhere on 15 November 2025 #newmusic #singersongwriter #music #viral #fyp #origin... TikTok video by Johnny Z

I haven't posted anything to TikTok, in a while. Here's an AI generated video that I created from a still photo and includes the lead guitar from "Could It Be I'm in Love with You?", which will be on my newest album, Making Contact.

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Johnny Z on Apple Music Listen to music by Johnny Z on Apple Music.

If Apple Music is your streaming preference. Look for my new release, Making Contact, this Saturday (11/15/2025). Here's the link to all of my songs there . . .

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I noticed that Verses, my previous album, is still available on a manufacture/ship per order. I'm not sure how long this will be offered, but should you be outside my area (I have a limited number on hand) you can get it shipped directly to your doorstep!

kunaki.com/sales.asp?PI...

2025 Emerging Indie Artists

I just received word that "Just Desserts" was added to this playlist. It's gratifying to know that people are listening out there!

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Just Desserts - Album by Johnny Z Listen to Just Desserts by Johnny Z on YouTube Music - a dedicated music app with official songs, music videos, remixes, covers, and more.

A week from tomorrow, the Making Contact album will be released. It will include an instrumental version of the "Just Desserts" single. If you've not heard the single before, give it a listen. It's truly a unique sound in today's world of rehashing sameness.

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Here's the cover art, for my upcoming album release, Making Contact (the 7th solo and 12th overall). The basis for this art was from a contact sheet, which was generated during a dark room class I took while in college. Only one image, on the sheet, survives. The new ones loosely relate to the songs contained within the album. Look for streaming and downloads worldwide, on 15 November 2025. There will also be an extremely limited number of CDs, so if you prefer physical media be sure to grab it early be they're no longer available!

This is the insert photo art, which is printed on the back of the cover. A still of me is superimposed over the Kish Tablets.

Here's the tray card art, for the CD. You'll find the song listing here, too. The artwork is a reiimagining of Michelangelo's "The Creation of Adam".

Finally, here's the disc image, for the compact disc. It's from a photo that I took of a Carole Feuerman sculpture installation I attended on Park Avenue, in NYC.

Here are the art panels, for my Making Contact compact disc, which will be released, on 15 November 2025.

YouTube video by Johnny Zawacki Could It Be It Be? AI promo #guitarist #leadguitar #viral #trending #jazzguitar #jazz #music

Here's a YouTube Short, where I lifted the lead guitar from a song which will appear on the new album. Of note, the video animation is generated by AI, from a still photo.

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YouTube video by Johnny Zawacki "Sittin' on the Train" by Johnny Z (live)

Here's a live interpretation of the song that will kick off my newest album, which will be released on November 15th.

youtu.be/kTc-yVHwYYU

YouTube video by Johnny Z - Topic Ukraine National Anthem (English Version)

With a limited release in 2022, the "Ukraine National Anthem (English Version)" is available on all streaming platforms, today. Here is the YouTube Music link, but it's available at your favorite streaming service, too!

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Depending on You

Long overdue, in my estimation, but "Depending on You" has finally made the (pay) grade at Spotify! I think it's one of my best. What do you think?

open.spotify.com/track/3y88fk...

Mr Jellyman - Album by Johnny Z Listen to Mr Jellyman by Johnny Z on YouTube Music - a dedicated music app with official songs, music videos, remixes, covers, and more.

Are you looking for scary songs for your Halloween party playlist? "Mr Jellyman" is lurking in the musical shadows, ready to come 'round for you!

Streamed everywhere, but you can quickly check the single out on YouTube Music: music.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

No One I Know

Perhaps one of my best written songs just made the Spotify (pay) grade. Listen to "No One I Know" here or on your preferred streaming service. I still have this one available on CDs, too!

spotify.link/srpLaK8MPXb

Set Indie Free

Many thanks to Kevin Graham who curates this playlist and included "Just Desserts" on it!

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YouTube video by Johnny Zawacki "Ukraine National Anthem" (English Version) by Johnny Z (official music video)

A single that I only released on Bandcamp hasn't gotten the exposure I had hoped for. That will change on November 1st as the "Ukraine National Anthem (English Version)" will be available on all streaming platforms. In the meantime, here's the official YouTube video link.

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Just Desserts

've noticed that "Just Desserts" is getting some traction on Spotify and elsewhere. Listen here (or anywhere you stream your music) to hear what others are putting through their headphones and speakers.

open.spotify.com/track/1S2VhO...

YouTube video by Johnny Zawacki "The Primrose" by Johnny Z (official music video)

When I wasn't looking this 55 second video cracked a thousand views. Thank you!

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Ukraine National Anthem (English Version), by Johnny Z track by Johnny Z

Those with an eye for detail may have noted nine cover-art representations in the graphic. Omitted from the playlist is the "Ukraine National Anthem" which was only released via Bandcamp. Here's that link . . . spotlightrecordings.bandcamp.com/track/ukrain...

Abandoned

I've released nine internet singles over the years. For those on Spotify, here's a playlist of the eight that have been released there and have had a general release worldwide through all streaming services. None have been included on any of my six albums.
open.spotify.com/playlist/5RP...

By "her", I'm meaning my daughter Sarah who was just here two months earlier.

Mr Jellyman

And now the "Mr Jellyman" single just made the Spotify (pay) grade, which seems quite appropriate with the Halloween season upon us. Thanks to all of you that made this happen!

open.spotify.com/track/2i4FAm...

18 Knives

'18 Knives' has finally made the (pay) grade at Spotify. I it chose to kick off my En Route album, believing it to catapult me into stardom. 😂 It seems to be a late bloomer, but is now resinating!

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Are you wondering about this image, which I've made my profile pic? Upon our arrival in Gdańsk, our first stop was at Józef K. This place that was her favorite here and perhaps anywhere. I may have to agree, it was one of the most interesting bars I've ever been in!

Are you wondering about this image, which I've made my profile pic? Upon our arrival in Gdańsk, our first stop was at Józef K. This place that was her favorite here and perhaps anywhere. I may have to agree, it was one of the most interesting bars I've ever been in!

Retro Now Rock

just learned that '18 Knives' has been added to this Spotify playlist. Check it out here along with some great tunes you're sure to enjoy!

open.spotify.com/playlist/32I...

Heading to London and Gdańsk. A little less than 3 years, I played this song, "Depending On You", at the Stags Head, only 5 minute from my daughter and her husband's apartment, in London. This time, I'll only stop in for a pint. https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=yhHJqQNb398&si=v5cCjQETa46kq5Ck

I'm right here!

Indie Calling

I just learned that "18 Knives", a song from my En Route CD has been added to this playlist. Check out my tune along with a plethora of other indie artists here.

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YouTube video by Johnny Zawacki "Just Desserts" by Johnny Z (official lyric video)

I just listened to the newly mastered (instrumental) version of this song that will be on my new album and even with my having heard it countless times, I found it quickening my step (yes, I was on a walk). Until you can test it for yourself, try this one on your own walk!

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The Runner

"The Runner" is my 20th song to reach 'pay' status on Spotify. Thanks to everyone that made this happen!!!

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YouTube video by Johnny Zawacki "Just a Song Before I Go" by Johnny Z

I had spoken about the possibility of including this cover, on my upcoming album. In fact, I will and have refined this recording with harmonies plus fixes to guitar & voice (I sang a wrong word!). I only need to secure/ pay for licensing, but it will be on the album.

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