Album Notes

Miss Wanda Johnson, born in 1963 in the South Carolina 'Piedmont' region, is a sparkling addition to the deep Southern blues & roots tradition.

Wanda is a gifted singer (and natural songwriter) whose charisma comes through loud & clear on this provocative debut.

Recorded in one steamy summer night in a studio in rural South Carolina, "Call Me Miss Wanda" was cut live with virtually no overdubs. Backed by the band of Shrimp City Slim, Wanda applies her heart-melting vocals to a collection of poetic original songs. This set includes "The River", "Switch Me Over (to Love)", "Finally Home", "If I Rise in the Morning", and other gems from her live show.

"I'm Through With You" was used in a North American TV/radio ad campaign for Curves For Women (2005).

"Finally Home" is on the soundtrack of the hit TV show "Army Wives" on the Lifetime channel (episode #EP-302, airing June 14, 2009).

Many of these songs are now in regular rotation on XM Satellite Radio's "Bluesville" station. Since the release of this CD, Wanda & her band have toured France, Italy, played the Chicago Blues Festival, Pocono Blues Festival, Lake Eden Arts Festival, and other major events.

Anyone who loves a top-notch female singer will be delighted with the purchase of this remarkable CD.

TOUR ALERT 2009: Wanda Johnson on tour: Macau SAR (China) March 18-30; Hotel Meridien (Paris, France) April 21-25; Poland and Czech Republic July 13-August 2. Please visit www.wandaj.com or www.myspace.com/misswandajohnson for calendar updates.