Suffolk-born, Colchester-based singer-songwriter Ady Johnson writes songs centred on melody and narrative. With a background in classical guitar, his music ranges from intricate fingerpicked pieces to more expansive arrangements.
His third album Under Gainsborough Skies marks a return to stripped-back, analogue recording, capturing performances live in the studio with minimal overdubs. The result is a collection that feels immediate and deeply personal, exploring themes of family, loss and time, with guest vocals from Ivor Novello Award-winner Scott Matthews providing a rich, atmospheric centrepiece.
Johnson’s earlier releases, including Tell The Worry Dolls and London Songs (produced by Gerry Diver), established him as a distinctive voice on the UK acoustic scene, earning praise from Americana UK and BBC Radio 6 Music.
Alongside touring the UK, USA and France, he has shared stages with artists including Scott Matthews, Willy Mason and Ben Howard—earning a reputation as a dynamic live performer.
