Although occasionally mistaken for a Jamaican, Johnny Nash was born in Houston, Texas on August 19, 1940. His career got underway at an early age when he appeared on local TV from the time he was only 13. He appeared on Arthur Godfrey's TV and radio shows from 1956 to 1963. In addition, he was also in the movie Take A Giant Step in 1959 at age 19. But wait, there's more! He even owned his own record label, JoDa, in 1965.
The Jamaican influence began when he started recording there in the late 60s, when he had his biggest hits. Next week on Treasure Island Oldies, Voice Your Choice presents Johnny Nash with two of his big hits. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Hold Me Tight and I Can See Clearly Now. I'll play the winner on next week's show.
