John was recognized by MusiCares, part of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. He played the music scene in Nashville, TN, played on the stage in Luckenbach, TX and built his own Texas Honky Tonk in Bayview, TX. He influenced people to take up music and he encouraged them to perform on his stage at Harley's. He leaves behind many devoted friends and fans. Come out today and sing in the Dancehall at Harley's Beer Garden in Bayview, Texas.