Eric Johanson – 6/28

Eric Johanson blends sharp songwriting with a deep connection to the guitar, creating music that’s dynamic, soulful, and rooted in a mix of rock, roots, blues, and modern influences. Whether channeling the swampy pulse of his New Orleans home or leaning into heavier, fuzz-laden textures, Johanson’s music strikes a balance between grit and finesse, power and restraint. As American Songwriter puts it, he "displays his guitar prowess but within the borders of melodies and lyrics that push the boundaries of blues/rock… searing guitar work, and persuasive songwriting."

His 2023 album The Deep and the Dirty debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart. He followed in 2025 with another Top 10 Billboard release, Live In Mississippi. Extensive U.S. touring and sold-out headline runs across Europe have built a reputation for performances that are powerful, unpredictable, and deeply connected to the room.

Johanson has earned recognition from peers and critics: he was named one of Guitar Player Magazine’s 25 Best New Blues Guitarists and included in Total Guitar’s list of the Greatest Blues Guitarists of All Time. Bob Lefsetz remarked, "It’s like he digested all the music of the sixties—just like those musicians listened to the progenitors—and kept the flame a-burnin’. This guy has a place in the firmament."

Born in Louisiana and based in New Orleans for most of his life, Johanson’s breakout came when Tab Benoit signed him to Whiskey Bayou Records and produced his debut solo album, Burn It Down (2017). His second album, Below Sea Level (2020), marked a darker, heavier creative turn. He has supported artists including The Record Company, Samantha Fish, Tab Benoit, Anders Osborne, and North Mississippi Allstars. His collaboration with Big Chief Monk Boudreaux resulted in a Grammy-nominated recording. A new studio album is slated for 2026.

Event details:
- Date: June 28
- Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm (Doors: 5:30 PM; Showtime: 7 PM)
- Venue: The 443 Social Club & Lounge, 443 Burnet Ave, Syracuse, NY 13203

Ticket info:
- The 443 is an intimate listening room with table service that seats 75 people.
- The green squares/circles on the floor plan are bar-height tables, and the orange squares are regular-height tables.
- Most of our seats are sold as "Tables for Two" — meaning the ticket admits TWO people.
- We have a limited number of single seats available, and single attendees may be sharing a table with other single attendees.
- Multiple tickets purchased under the same name will automatically be seated together (up to 6 people).
- Requesting a specific table is a perk reserved for our VIP Patron members.
- If anyone in your party needs special seating arrangements (walker, cane, service animal, wheelchair, low table requirement, or you want to be seated with another party), please EMAIL US after you place your order.
- All tickets are "WILL CALL" — no need to print anything out; just give your name at the door.

Links:
- Website: https://www.ericjohanson.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EricJohanson504/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericjohanson504
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0mPiFtQynz01cwuBYNA87Z?si=N0qjM8deTJOZIhGz9H10BA
- Tickets (Eventbrite): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eric-johanson-at-the-443-social-club-tickets-1986841681955?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Video: https://youtu.be/Ax0gDtA6KIg?si=_YNIRI81ngHAfWPM