For Terry Johnson, Shotgun Willie Live isn’t about impersonating Willie Nelson. It’s about honoring him.
Terry takes audiences back to the Willie they remember—the unmistakable voice, humor and storytelling of the 1970s and ’80s, when Willie emerged from the honky-tonks of Texas and became an American music legend.
From Whiskey River and Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain to Always on My Mind and On the Road Again, Terry brings those remarkable years back to life. Woven throughout the music are the stories behind the songs, the friendships and unforgettable moments that helped make Willie an American original.
Terry considers it a genuine honor to perform this music. His purpose is simple: to give audiences the most authentic and memorable Willie Nelson experience possible while celebrating the genius and extraordinary legacy Willie has given us.
WHAT AUDIENCES ARE SAYING
“Terry Johnson sounded more like Willie than Willie!!”
— TripAdvisor
“His voice is like silk and he is able to sing a memory you thought you’d forgotten.”
— Verified GigSalad Review
“Shotgun Willie took me back to the ’70s as if I was still at Austin City Limits.”
— Audience Review
“As long as you are alive, Willie will still be alive.”
— Audience Review
After nearly 50 years in the technology industry, Terry never expected a second career onstage. After retiring, his remarkable ability to recreate Willie’s classic sound led to his discovery by Legends in Concert, where he became their Willie Nelson tribute performer in Branson.
Today, Shotgun Willie Live brings the songs, stories and spirit of Willie Nelson to audiences throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico.
This isn’t simply a tribute concert. It’s a chance to remember Willie the way you remember him.
