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Johnny Logan

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Johnny Logan
Biography

Johnny Logan: history and sound

Johnny Logan (born 13 May 1954) is an Irish singer and composer. He is best known as the only performer to have won the Eurovision Song Contest twice, in 1980 and 1987.
Know All About Johnny Logan - The Musical Genius
Every generation has its own superstar and so was the case in the 80s when Johnny Logan took the music world by storm. The Irish singer, songwriter, and composer captured the hearts of millions of people with his soulful tunes and silky voice. In this blog post, we will delve into the musical biography of Johnny Logan, explore his best songs and music genre, and talk about some of his famous concerts. We will also have a critic about his music to give you a complete overview of the legend that he is.
Johnny Logan was born in Australia in 1954 but moved to Ireland in his early years. He started his music career as a guitarist in a rock band but he didn’t take long to realize that his real love was singing. In 1980, Johnny shot to fame when he won the prestigious Eurovision Song Contest. He again won the contest in 1987, becoming the only person to achieve that feat. Johnny Logan’s musical journey didn’t stop there. He has released 15 studio albums to date, cementing his place in the music world.
Johnny Logan’s music genre is pop ballad and soft rock. His songs are chiefly love songs, full of passion and raw emotions. ‘Hold Me Now’, ‘What’s Another Year’, and ‘I’m Not In Love’ are some of his most famous songs, which still enjoy widespread popularity even after all these years. His music is rich in melody and soulful lyrics, making it timeless.
If you are a Johnny Logan fan, you cannot miss his live concerts. He has performed in some of the biggest arenas across Europe, thrilling audiences with his music and live shows. One of his most famous tours was his 1988 ‘Heartland Tour’ which saw him performing in packed halls across different cities in Ireland.
Critics agree that Johnny Logan has contributed immensely to the music world. As a singer and songwriter, he has an ability to connect to people’s hearts with his emotion-laden voice and lyrics. Along with his Eurovision victories, Johnny has won numerous other awards for his music, including the BMI Millionaire Award and the Ivor Novello Award for Best Songwriter.
Johnny Logan is a legend who has left an indelible mark on the music world. His contribution to pop ballad and soft rock is unparalleled, and his songs never fail to captivate his fans. He has defined a generation and continues to inspire people all over the world. With an unforgettable voice and a heart full of music, Johnny Logan is a true icon.
Concepts

Genres, influences and musical ideas

Songs

Selected YouTube songs from our archive

Tim Finnegan's Wake
Johnny Logan Tim Finnegan's Wake
The Irish Rover
Johnny Logan The Irish Rover
Get Here If You Can
Johnny Logan Get Here If You Can
Hold Me Now - Dance Version
Johnny Logan Hold Me Now - Dance Version
The Irish Soul
Johnny Logan The Irish Soul
Living A Lie
Johnny Logan Living A Lie
Music

DISCOGRAPHY OF JOHNNY LOGAN

Future plans

Johnny Logan: next events

Portofino Vienna, Austria Buy the ticket!
Ziggo Dome Amsterdam, Netherlands Buy the ticket!
Portalen Greve, Denmark Buy the ticket!
Sporthalle Hollabrunn Hollabrunn, Austria Buy the ticket!
Capitole Gent Ghent, Belgium Buy the ticket!
Stadsschouwburg Antwerpen Antwerp, Belgium Buy the ticket!
Portalen Greve, Denmark Buy the ticket!
Burgarena Finkenstein Villach, Austria Buy the ticket!