The Hidden Talent of “V”
She’s a brilliant songwriter and vocalist with memorable songs that deserve big audiences. But she’s not on social media. She’s … Continue reading The Hidden Talent of “V”
The top 25 rock bands ever
Rolling Stone magazine’s Top 50 bands of all-time has some weird choices. I seldom see people wearing U2 t-shirts, but … Continue reading The top 25 rock bands ever
Globalite Music
Globalite Magazine is a collection of the work of Christopher Johnson and leading writers, photographers and editors around the globe. … Continue reading Globalite Music
Flamenco still reigns in Cordoba, Spain
By Christopher Johnson –In Cordoba, I saw one of the world’s greatest flamenco guitar players, Antonio Rey, in a … Continue reading Flamenco still reigns in Cordoba, Spain
Ramayya’s adventures in the Spice Age
After years of working in the anime and corporate music scenes of Japan, Raj Ramayya came back to North America … Continue reading Ramayya’s adventures in the Spice Age
Christopher Johnson of CJ in ASIA rises to number one on Reverb Nation rock chart in Tokyo after concerts in China
Christopher Johnson continues to rise up the rock charts on Reverb Nation in Japan after new releases of his songs … Continue reading Christopher Johnson of CJ in ASIA rises to number one on Reverb Nation rock chart in Tokyo after concerts in China
The Cure rock InMusic fest in Croatia
Returning to PinkPop, Pearl Jam keeps on rockin’ in the free world
—- Pearl Jam at Pink Pop 2018 in Holland was momentous because of 1992. On a rainy afternoon at … Continue reading Returning to PinkPop, Pearl Jam keeps on rockin’ in the free world
Sex, Drugs and Balkan Klezmer Gypsy Music: on tour with Lemon Bucket Orkestra at Pohoda Festival in Slovakia
Toronto’s 16-member Lemon Bucket Orkestra party like Zeppelin and Metallica, then play traditional folk music from Eastern Europe — by … Continue reading Sex, Drugs and Balkan Klezmer Gypsy Music: on tour with Lemon Bucket Orkestra at Pohoda Festival in Slovakia
legendary Big Sugar releases new video “Natty Dread Rock”
more info here: http://bigsugar.com/new-single-may-25/ Gordie J Stampede Saturday night headliner Rastaman in Cowboy Boots Double-necked Axe Friendliness Generosity The Crew Bo-Deen Continue reading legendary Big Sugar releases new video “Natty Dread Rock”
Sheena Rokkets dead of cancer at 61
Ukrainian bands rock to support troops
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Saori Tani photos of Atari Teenage Riot
–photos of Nic Endo, Alec Empire and Rowdy SS of Atari Teenage Riot copyright Saori Tani, all rights reserved. Please … Continue reading Saori Tani photos of Atari Teenage Riot
Fashion Fuse 7 party in Tokyo: photos
photos copyright Christopher Johnson Globalite Media. For use or purchase, please contact editor@globalitemagazine.com. Thanks! Alastair Himmer talks about his Fashion … Continue reading Fashion Fuse 7 party in Tokyo: photos
MUSIC: The Holy Metallica Love-Mosh and the Shining Eyes of Headbangers
words and photos by Christopher Johnson at SummerSonic in Japan and CityBreak in Seoul —— Head-bangers are a misunderstood lot. … Continue reading MUSIC: The Holy Metallica Love-Mosh and the Shining Eyes of Headbangers
Bad weather, beautiful people at Fuji Rock Festival 2013 in Japan
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Fuji Rock 2013: the Year Women Ruled
All photos copyright Christopher Johnson and Globalite Media. To buy or use these photo, please contact editor@globalitemagazine.com CAT POWER … Continue reading Fuji Rock 2013: the Year Women Ruled
Kenichi Asai and friends (Watanabe from JUDE, Kato, Kin-chan from Ska Para) at Fuji Rock 2013 in Japan
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Gary Clark Jr’s roots go deep at muddy Fuji Rock Festival 2013 in Japan
All photos copyright Christopher Johnson and Globalite Media. To buy or use these photo, please contact editor@globalitemagazine.com words and photos … Continue reading Gary Clark Jr’s roots go deep at muddy Fuji Rock Festival 2013 in Japan
The most important musician ever from Canada — ever heard of him?
words and photos by Christopher Johnson There’s a Canadian who has achieved more than perhaps any other musician in the … Continue reading The most important musician ever from Canada — ever heard of him?
Fuji Rock 2013 photos of Darkstar, Kendrick Lamar, Foals, Karl Hyde
All photos copyright Christopher Johnson and Globalite Media. To buy or use these photo, please contact editor@globalitemagazine.com DARKSTAR KENDRICK LAMAR … Continue reading Fuji Rock 2013 photos of Darkstar, Kendrick Lamar, Foals, Karl Hyde
Re-Integration: The Cure play epic 3-hour set at Fuji Rock 2013 in Japan
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Nine Inch Nails come back haunted at Fuji Rock 2013 — first show in 4 years
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Beautiful people at Pohoda festival in Slovakia
(All photos copyright Christopher Johnson and Globalite Media. To buy or use these photo, please contact editor@globalitemagazine.com) Continue reading Beautiful people at Pohoda festival in Slovakia
The stunning frenetic energy of Flea and Thom Yorke in Atoms for Peace at Pohoda festival
(All photos copyright Christopher Johnson and Globalite Media. To buy or use these photo, please contact editor@globalitemagazine.com) Continue reading The stunning frenetic energy of Flea and Thom Yorke in Atoms for Peace at Pohoda festival
Smashing Pumpkins pumped up during 90-minute show at Pohoda in Slovakia
(All photos copyright Christopher Johnson and Globalite Media. To buy or use these photo, please contact editor@globalitemagazine.com) Before headlining Pohoda … Continue reading Smashing Pumpkins pumped up during 90-minute show at Pohoda in Slovakia
Lemon Bucket Orkestra take Prague, next stop Pohoda Fest in Slovakia
Portishead at Southside festival in Germany
Maccabees at Southside festival in Germany
City and Colour at Southside festival in Germany
Bloc Party at Southside in Germany
Editors at Southside
Deichkind at Southside
Beautiful people at Southside festival in Germany
Sigur Ros cast alien spell on Southside festival in Germany
The National at Southside festival in Germany
Getting down on the Southside festival in southern Germany
Southside is a relatively small and fun rock festival in rural southwest Germany between Stuttgart and Zurich. Why go? The … Continue reading Getting down on the Southside festival in southern Germany
Kasabian drive voodoo down at Southside — or was that Hurricane festival, Tom?
In Tokyo, it’s Pat Metheny playing at your table
story and photos by Christopher Johnson Akiko Kawamoto, a bank employee from Osaka, took a train for 600 kilometres, waited … Continue reading In Tokyo, it’s Pat Metheny playing at your table
How to Heal (or Harm) Yourself at Summer Festivals Worldwide
Warning: Attending ALL of these concerts might be hazardous to one’s health photos by Christopher Johnson In case you have … Continue reading How to Heal (or Harm) Yourself at Summer Festivals Worldwide
The Cure, My Bloody Valentine, NIN, Bjork to play Fuji Rock Festival 2013
photos by Christopher Johnson Organizers have announced that The Cure will headline Sunday night this July at the Fuji Rock … Continue reading The Cure, My Bloody Valentine, NIN, Bjork to play Fuji Rock Festival 2013
Pat Metheny does 12 shows in Tokyo, the “backbone of jazz”
Japan audiences well-trained to appreciate the world’s greatest living guitarist by Christopher Johnson When I began writing feature stories about … Continue reading Pat Metheny does 12 shows in Tokyo, the “backbone of jazz”
Medicine Hat Jazz Festival 2023
all images copyright Christopher Johnson all rights reserved. For licensing or usage, please contact editor@globalitemagazine.com all images copyright Christopher Johnson … Continue reading Medicine Hat Jazz Festival 2023
Springsteen, Guns N’ Roses, Billy Joel, Lana Del Rey to play BST Hyde Park
After amazing shows by Elton John, Eagles, Rolling Stones, Adele, Pearl Jam and Duran Duran among others in 2022, the … Continue reading Springsteen, Guns N’ Roses, Billy Joel, Lana Del Rey to play BST Hyde Park
Iggy Pop, Blondie, Buzzcocks, Generation Sex to smash London’s Crystal Palace
Dog Day Afternoon, the biggest punk festival in London, will feature Iggy Pop, Blondie, Buzzcocks, Lambrini Girls, and supergroup Generation … Continue reading Iggy Pop, Blondie, Buzzcocks, Generation Sex to smash London’s Crystal Palace
The WHO (with orchestra) to rock the UK in July 2023
The Who, joined by a full orchestra, are set to rock the UK from July 6 to 23 in Hull, … Continue reading The WHO (with orchestra) to rock the UK in July 2023
Pearl Jam’s Love Balm at BST Hyde Park
The shows started with the London crowd of 60,000 singing along to the Beatles recording of “All You Need is … Continue reading Pearl Jam’s Love Balm at BST Hyde Park