Author Archives: John Mathis Jr

Johnny’s Memoirs – George Jones

“I was in Nashville for some reason (1964) and George Jones was doing a lot of my songs right then in his albums. George had a tour coming up and he wanted me to go with him for some reason, so shoot, I just hopped on the bus and went right along with him. Went up into Illinois, and Ohio, snow on the ground and I believe he and Dale Reeves were on the show and some more groups, at this one place. Continue reading “Johnny’s Memoirs – George Jones” »

Jerry Clower

Johnny was long time friends with Country comedian and entertainer, Jerry Clower. Jerry was always good for a one-liner, funny analogy or comment. Johnny married Jeannie McLain in 1968 and after the marriage, when Jerry would see Johnny together with Jeannie he would say, “that’s like a buffalo nickel married to a silver dollar!”

CD available: ‘Classic Country Music, Vol. 1′ – Country Johnny Mathis

The CD version of ‘Classic Country Music, Vol. 1′ by Country Johnny Mathis was made available today. This release of 12 Classic Country songs contains some recordings that have never been heard publicly before! The CD insert also contains full biographical information on the life of Country Johnny Mathis. It’s a great sounding and great looking piece to add to any Classic Country CD collection! Order the CD here: https://www.createspace.com/2200886

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Listen To A Preview of All 12 Songs on ‘Classic Country Music, Vol. 1′

A 12 song preview is available on YouTube of the new ‘Classic Country Music, Vol 1′ by Country Johnny Mathis releasing Tuesday, Oct 15, 2013 via all major digital outlets. This project features recordings by Johnny from the 1960′s with some never before released material.

Take a listen! Classic Country Music at its very best!