This site is maintained by Friends of Johnny Williams. Johnny has no part in this action.  Check back for updates and more information.

Fundraising Events

Bring Johnny Home
I WANT TO HELP

Upcoming Events

We are taking a winter hiatus from concerts, but we have plans cooking for the spring/summer — and we are still raising funds for the Speakeasy rebuild project online through this website. Donations of any size are gratefully received.

Past Events

Chelsea Depot
June 12, 2024

Presented by On The Tracks Songwriter Showcase

YES, We’ll be live-streaming this show. CLICK HERE TO WATCH Featuring another all-star lineup who are near and dear to Johnny. Confirmed performers are Annie Bacon, Lauren Crane, Delta 88, Diamonds in the Rust, Kitty Donohoe, Ed Dupas, Chris Dupont & Kylee Phillips, Terry Farmer, Michelle Held, Mark Jewett, Timothy Monger, Mustard’s Retreat, Drew Nelson, Dave & Elvin Sharp, Jen Sygit and Matt Watroba

Trinity House Theatre | April 14, 2024

We’re thrilled to be including some of Michigan’s finest in this musical lineup:

The Bowdish Brothers, Chris Buhalis, Kitty Donohoe, Bill Edwards, Michelle Held, Hoodang, Ironwood, Jill Jack, Billy King, Jan Krist & Jim Bizer, Kevin Meisel, Bobby Pennock & Dan Hall & Dave Roof, Angela Predhomme & Rochelle Clark, Jamie-Sue Seal, Jo Serrapere & John Devine, Mike Ward, Waynewood Boys.

Manchester Underground | February 17, 2024

Lineup:  The Carpenter Ants headlining
also featuring Larry Groce with special guest, Jackson Smith and an opening set by Chris Buhalis

WATCH LIVE STREAM

The Ark | January 9, 2024, 7:30pm

Featuring an all-star line up:
Judy Banker Band, Al Bettis, Chris Buhalis, Dave Boutette & Kristi Davis, Annie & Rod Capps Band, Rochelle Clark, Shari Kane & Dave Steele, Billy King and San & Emily Slomovits, Misty Lyn & the Big Beautiful, Peter Madcat Ruth, The Sidemen, The Dick Siegel Trio, Rollie Tussing Trio, Misty Lyn & the Big Beautiful, The Whiskey Charmers, Wilson Thicket