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Jack Johnson: From Surfing Legend to Musical Sensation

Born in Hawaii to a famous surfer father, Jack Johnson's journey from pro surfer to chart-topping musician is a captivating tale. Discover how he overcame injury, found his passion for music, and rose to stardom with hit albums like "In Between Dreams" and "Sleep Through the Static." Explore his musical achievements, personal life with wife Kim, and future plans. Get to know the multi-talented artist behind the songs that have captured hearts worldwide.

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Jack Johnson: From Surfing Legend to Musical Sensation

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  1. Background Information • Born in Hawaii • Father was a famous Hawaiian surfer • Jack was also a pro surfer • Injured at age 17 while surfing • Front teeth were knocked out • 150 stitches

  2. Intro to Music • Could play the guitar at 14 • While recovering, learned passion for music • Wrote first song in college • Also played guitar for band “Soil”

  3. Big Break • Introduced to G. Love & recorded “Rodeo Clowns” • Track caught attention of J.P. Plunier-producer • Together, they produced 1st album, Brushfire Fairytales

  4. In Between Dreams • Hit his big break with In Between Dreams • 3rd album, most popular of the 1st three • Sold over 1 ½ million copies in UK • By May 2006, sold 2.1 million copies in US • Received Brit Award for Best International Newcomer

  5. Curious George • Jack sang music for Curious George Soundtrack • Soundtrack reached #1 on album charts • Song “Upside Down” debuted at #38 on charts

  6. Sleep Through the Static • Released late 2007 • Received 4 stars from Rolling Stone • Hit #1 on charts in 5 countries • Most Popular album so far • Buy at all music stores $9.99

  7. Album Chart Positions

  8. Family/Wife • Married to wife Kim, native of Waco, TX • Met at University of Santa Barbara • Sang song “Do you Remember” for her. • On In Between Dreams album

  9. Future: • On tour promoting new album • Including many foreign countries • Collaborated with Mason Jennings & Zach Gill • Song featured in Baby Mama • More information:www.jackjohnsonmusic.com

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