Thanks for all the Michael Johnson tunes.  The tunes you post on MJblue are the only music I really listen to anymore.

I look forward to the new posts in 2023.

If you liked "Software" on the Departure album, you might like Heather's Money. Both written by MJ and Randy Goodrum (Bluer than Blue) and full of synthesizers. 

https://youtu.be/cxCDWMfIGgs

https://youtu.be/iFe2B0cQenA

With Mark Henley

2008

https://youtu.be/OiE8pVS2VYQ

Stephen posted this on his Facebook page:

This week I found myself thinking of my friend Michael Johnson. He’s been gone a few years now, and I play his music often. We had some great times together. He was a total sweetheart, a talented musician, and a great person to be around. Wherever you are Michael, you and your music are still with us. 

Love and Sunshine,
Your forever pal Stephen

I first met Michael about twenty years ago. He called me out of the blue and said he wanted to meet me. I don't know how he got my number, but I invited him over, and we became instant friends.  

1967 demo

https://youtu.be/aPQHz9DA2pU

Audio only

https://youtu.be/Qn3eNybvk_Q

I've added Crow Johnson's blog regarding the writing of Gypsy in the Photograph at:

https://mjblue.com/mjmisc.html

ANNOUNCING "MICHAEL & FRIENDS"
A BENEFIT CONCERT FOR MICHAEL JOHNSON, SUNDAY, APRIL 27TH, 7:00 P.M., THE FINE LINE MUSIC CAFÉ 
TOP MINNESOTA MUSICIANS RALLY FOR MICHAEL 
As many of you know, Michael Johnson underwent unexpected quadruple bypass surgery last August. He's doing well, however it has been a long challenging recovery. Medical expenses not covered by insurance have continued to mount. Now, Minnesota musicians are answering the call that began at friendsofmichaeljohnson.com.
Announcing a celebration benefit concert - "MICHAEL & FRIENDS" at The Fine Line Music Café in Minneapolis, MN April 27th. All proceeds from ticket sales to benefit the "Friends of Michael Johnson" fund.
Michael's many Minnesota friends are lining up to perform. Acts currently scheduled to appear include: Emcee: WCCO's Tim Russell, Peter Ostroushko, Peter Lang, Cookie Coleman with Dan Newton, Ann Reed, Pat Donohue, Jon Vezner, Patty Peterson, Billy McLaughlin, Prudence Johnson, Willie Murphy, Jeff Arundel, The Daisy Dillman Band, Pamela McNeill, Mary Jane Alm, Michael Monroe, Carl Franzen, Lonnie Knight with more listed closer to the date. Michael will perform a couple of songs as well. (Due to the nature of event, artist lineup is subject to change.)

https://youtu.be/oCNevCgu0Yo

Gypsy in the Photograph in concert with extra verse
https://youtu.be/Y3P0WQffwMY


River Colorado, B side of single
https://youtu.be/uyssGTuvuZY