GEORGIA ON MY MIND | Relaxing Smoky Blues Guitar

Ray Charles' approach of blending blues, gospel, soul, and jazz into something uniquely inspired and authentic has always inspired me. Every recording he's made is a masterclass in vocal inflection, and studying his vocal lines, vibrato, note bending, and rhythms is some of the best blues practice anyone could get. I've gotten a lot of requests for this tune, and other Ray Charles tunes lately... so here you go!
I tried a few guitars to see which one had the right voice for this song, and the @MuleResonatorGuitars "Mavis" stood out to me. Unplugged it sounds like a mix between a banjo and a resonator guitar, but once you plug it in, it has a surprisingly mellow, jazzy tone. The blend between the two tones is something I haven't heard with any other guitar.

TUNING: Standard Tuning: E-A-D-G-B-E
GEAR:
• @MuleResonatorGuitars "Mavis" Resonator
• Levy's Leather Guitar Strap
• @TELEFUNKENElektroakustik TF 51 Tube Microphone
• @Fishman_Music LOUDBOX Mini Charge Acoustic Amplifier
• @MadProfessorAmplification "Super Black" Pedal

#guitar #blues #guitarsolo

[samstamos]

This would pull a tear out of "Brother Ray's" eye; in fact he's shedding one right now in the Heavens, I'm sure of it. "When I sing, I often cry. Crying is feeling, and feeling is being human. Oh yes, I cry." -Ray Charles..

[gregh]

As a lifetime lover of the blues with a large collection, I have to say Justin is one of the most talented, pleasing to listen to artists on the planet. I listen to this and it reaches through my chest, grabs my soul and holds it hostage while he plays. Thank you Justin, you have officially replaced my blood pressure meds. Thank you for sharing your gift!

[patrickshannon]

This is like the best most relaxing blue's guitar I've ever heard this man Justin Johnson is making history folks he's truly one of the very best.

[stevebrooks]

My mother’s favorite song. I wish she could have heard Justin play it. So beautiful

[steveavant]

As a lifelong Georgian, this song has special meaning. Whether it’s Ray Charles’s original version or Doc Severinson’s awesome trumpet rendition, I never get tired of it. Justin has made one more version that has already become a favorite. Thank you Justin, you are an amazing talent.

[guitorb]

The sheer joy in Ray Charles' voice gets me every time.

[jamesfalvey]

I'm at a loss for words. Simply amazing

[russellkandalaft]

Justin has such a great way of making the music come out.

[a-bela]

So smooth, so gentle.... and ... dreaming to drinking in a bar and listen such a music.

[joemcgraw]

my Little yorkies are laying beside me on thier backs just in awe of your playing, they love thier Justin Johnson, they really do man !!!

[onenine]

God bless, that's just... I don't know man, there's not really a word to describe the beautiful warmth of this performance. It's like looking through a book of old family photos on a winter night with the fire going, while on your second Makers and ginger, feeling the memories start to wash over you.

[kimanimaina]

Aint never been there but Georgia is on my mind this evenin! Hands down my favorite cover. Sounds like a couple of guys playing too! Mad talent

[noneofyourbusines]

Georgia native here...been in purgatory, (also known as Florida), for many years. This stunning rendition makes me wistful.

[gordondyer]

Making the guitar sing so damn good! thank you JJ

[jchap]

This brought tears to my eyes at 9:23am on a Thursday.

[MrEric]

Literally brought me to tears. God I miss home. Grew up 20 miles south of Atlanta. Thank you JJ, this was beautiful.

[Boomstick]

You can go ahead and put out videos every day. I'll keep clicking on them. Thanks man, keep it up.

[midi]

How amazing would it be to have Ray Charles right there with Justin laying down the vocal. I can hear it in my mind.

[Citadel]

funny. Listening to this at work on a Monday afternoon just makes the whole day feel better. Thanks for this Justin.

[robinemery]

One of my favorite songs played on one of my favorite guitars by my favorite guitar player. Couldn't ask for a better start to my day.
❤️❤️JJ❤️❤️