Celebrating 30 Years at The Blue Door
- Greg Johnson
- May 30, 2023
- 1 min read
It’s hard to believe it’s been 30 years now that I have been presenting songwriters to Oklahoma City audiences. It wasn’t planned, it was just a spontaneous action of mine to bring my friends from Austin to play songs, as I greatly missed them and all that a songwriter community entailed. I barely knew Mary Reynolds, yet I convinced her to let me bring my friends to her cozy confines on North McKinley, where she lived and also did some shows here and there under the moniker Hotel Bohemia. Before I even called it the Blue Door, Michael Fracasso came in January, 1993 and christened this place under my watch.
A few shows later in May 1993, it was named the Blue Door, celebrated by the first of many sold out shows with legendary Okie songwriter Kevin Welch. From then on I have just tried to bring the best songwriters I know to town and for the Blue Door to be the best listening room in the country. From Woody Guthrie to Jimmy Webb and John Fullbright, Oklahoma songwriters are fully represented among the many great songwriters and musicians from every part of the USA and Europe.
To this day, I have never cared about sold out shows for the sake of just the numbers. I only cared about the art and craft of the song, period. Case closed. Thanks to Warren Palmer who helped me get this going. Also to my niece Meghan, Tom Hall, Mike and Theresa Lander, Mike Thompson and other volunteers over the years.
See ya at a show soon!!
Greg Johnson
Congratulations on celebrating 30 years! It is truly inspiring to see such a dedicated commitment to the art and craft of songwriting. Creating a space like The Blue Door that focuses on quality and community is a remarkable achievement. Just as finding a legendary "listening room" is a highlight for music lovers, many people look for that same sense of discovery and quality when planning their travels. For those visiting the area or looking for a great getaway, finding top-rated Massanutten Resort options is often a priority. Securing reliable Massanutten resort lodging ensures a comfortable and memorable experience, much like a night of great music. Here is to many more years of wonderful shows!
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Congratulations on celebrating 30 years at the Blue Door! It's truly an incredible milestone. As someone who is passionate about storytelling, I believe in the importance of creating lasting experiences, much like the Blue Door has done for so many. For those interested in exploring a fresh narrative, check out my Book series, where I've poured my heart into every page. Also, feel free to visit my Author website for more updates and resources. Here’s to many more years of success!
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