Brad Johner
Brad Johner continues his hot streak at Canadian country with the release of his third solo album, "Lookin' At You."
One of Saskatchewan's most awarded and respected artists on the national stage, Johner has enjoyed over two decades of success as both a group and solo artist.
Audiences first met Johner in 1988, when a partnership with his brother Ken began a 14-year-long musical success story as The Johner Brothers. Garnering numerous CCMA, WCMA, and SCMA wins, three Juno nominations, and being crowned SCMA "Entertainers of the Decade" was a testament to Brad Johner's writing prowess that contributed to a remarkable 17 singles from four hit albums.
In 2003, Brad launched out as a solo artist with his critically acclaimed and Juno nominated "Free" album. The debut established Brad as one of Canada's leading male country stars, and awards and accolades followed, including a 2003 Western Canadian Music Award for "Outstanding Country Album," a win at the 2004 Canadian Independent Music Awards for "Favourite Country Artist," and after his sophomore solo release "Summertown Road", a Male Artist of the Year Award win at the 2007 Canadian Country Music Awards.
With all that success, Johner remains the down to earth individual he's always been. Having turned down major Nashville record deals, so as not to disturb the Saskatchewan family life he so appreciates and respects, Johner is a devoted husband and father to five sons.
"What keeps me grounded is my family," says Brad. "My wife Rhea and my boys are the most important thing in my life. Creating and maintaining a life of normalcy for them is my number one priority. I think fans, especially country music fans, appreciate that about me, and I am thankful for that."
There's no doubt that Brad has found a balance between the professional and the personal that works. "Lookin' At You" promises to build on Johner's past successes, and perhaps open the door to some new ones.
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