John Paul is so sweet he had a Q&A tonight on twitter he even answer my question what a sweet heart well here some of the questions he answered
Hi, what's your favorite song of Elliott Smith's? Between the bars
Beverage of choice? Lately, ginger beer. If there's no bourbon around.
Did you live in Michigan? Wondering about the Tigers connection. My dad did.
War Eagle or Roll Tide? Go Big Orange.
Ooh. Impossible. whats your favorite horror flick?
what is your favorite Southern food? And do you say PEE-can or pe-CAHN? Catfish. pe-CAHN.
favorite coffee in Nash? Crema
Did you enjoy Pittsburgh while you were here? Yea. Beautiful town. Had no idea...
What kind of guitar strings do you use? Elixirstrings exclusively. Won't use anything else.
what did you want to be when you were younger? Shortstop for the Detroit Tigers.
wonder what john paul white thinks about bunting to break up a no hitter? I get it. I couldn't do it, but i get it.
when are you going to start putting out solo albums like joy Williams? You want me to make a pop record?
fav song lyric all time (one line/phrase) The beer i had for breakfast wasnt bad, so i had one more for dessert
Favorite dish? Could never get tired of drunken noodles..
All time favorite album? Either/or
raylandishere Favorite new artist?
whats the secret to keeping that mustache so well groomed? If you saw it up close, you wouldnt ask.
Did you have fun at CMA Fest? Yes. Surreal, but fun. Had the wife on the arm, so that made it even better...
Have you heard San Quentin? I actually like it better than Folsom... Ill check it out.
do you think you could survive a zombie apoclypse? I could see u kicking some zombie a$$. Yes. My favorite horror subject.
Half on each arm.What is the script tattoo on your forearm? An Act of Contrition.
How do you feel about Hagstrom guitars? Case by case basis on the old ones. Some i love...
if you could perform with any late musician, who would it be? Elliott Smith. Townes maybe, but I would be intimidated.
any plans to return and perform in Dallas? Oh yes!!! Just not sure when...
favorite metal record from the 80's? Leave it to russ-t... Has to be Master of Puppets.
what new album/song/artist are you currently into? Cant stop listening to the new Gillian Welch record.
would you ever bring a fan up to play a song with you if they made a cool sign? Prolly not. please make that sign anyway!
who played at the first concert you ever went to? Hank Williams Jr.
You were in Maine?! When were you here? Couple days ago in portland with emmylou.
Which guitar did you leave with that cab driver in NYC? Martin and resonator.
Working on a new album with joy williams yet? I'm ready for it. We're cooking some things up...
were you raised Catholic? Cradle Catholic.
What is your favorite book? Revenge of the Lawn.
Do you happen to like Jack White at all? Respect.
fav Cash record? All the american stuff is great, but folsom prison is a time capsule of the man at his best. fav Cash record?
what do you listen to/read/watch that inspires lyrics? Neutral milk hotel/Richard brautigan/documentaries
Are you into Shark Week at all?? Word.
Favorite venue you've played? to enjoy other music? beer? Ryman, ryman, lazy magnolia southern pecan.
Favorite show you've played to date? Tough one. Singing with emmylou and pete seeger at newport folk maybe...
What was it like opening for Adele? Completely surreal at first, then just a load of fun with family.
your guitar hero/influence? Chet Atkins, David Rawlings, Tony Rice, lindsay buckingham, list goes on...
How was the lobster in Maine? Best ever.
Will you and joy williams come back to LA anytime soon? Fall.
Can I be the photographer on your next tour? Sorry. allister ann is still killing it.
Have you met your twin, Jonny Depp? No, but i hope people are telling him he looks like me.
Do you usually write chorus first or lyrics? And favorite song writer? Always different. Writer:
do you have a favorite guitar pick? 60 grippx black.
Favorite 70's band? Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem.
so since you are answering questions... who are your personal favorite musicians? joy williams.
what kind of hair gel do you use? Motion Lotion. Kevin Murphy. Xo
Bridge transducer or magnetic? Bridge transducer. Element active.
Original one or reissue? Any thoughts on the blues junior? Original. Same rule of thumb as guitars.
L. R. Baggs what pick ups do you use?
what amps do you like to plug into? 1965 Fender Princeton blackface is my fav.
mind if I ask why you dont play electric?I do nowadays..
You play or know anything on mandolins? Sadly, no. I pick a little but I'm pretty bad.
Which one did you abandon in the cab? Abandon is a strong word
the martin and the resonator...
how do you feel about Taylor guitars? I typically dont play anything younger than me.
what kinda guitars do you play? Martin 000-18, gibson L-4, gibson 125t, and a resonator with no markings.
hoping they patch things up soon...missing them :,( </3