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  • "Very nice rhythms and beautiful songs.  Your slow songs are emotionally moving.  You sincerely play very well!"  
    Charles Galli - Le Haure, France


    "It's amazing how creative you are with the guitar and how much feeling you have in your fingers."  

    Christian Gailer - Munich, Germany

  • “Johns shares his gift of music with a seemingly effortless grace which masks the hours spent honing and perfecting complex compositions that defy standard description. John’s haunting melodies waltz with organic taps, knocks and pings to his audience’s delight; truly a hallmark of an accomplished fingerstyle master. Run, don’t walk to one of John’s performances. You’re in for a treat.”
    Mike McBride - Baltimore, Maryland

  • “An astonishing vocalist and guitarist; truly a professional who draws respect and awe from those with or without musical talent. I could listen to him play for hours because every line is intriguing and every chord is strung out to perfection.”
    Geoff Crain - Toronto, Ontario, Canada

  • “John is an amazing guitar player. He is a musician who deeply feels the music. His way of playing is unique, due to the experimentations and changes he applies to the chords. This is what makes him sound phenomenal.”
    Sebastian MacLean - Santa Cruz, Bolivia

  • “The first time I saw John play I was amazed because the music was of a different sort and impressed because his fingers moved so fast. But when you hear him play you are focused on what he plays because he translates his passion to you.”
    Quentin Clement - Lyon, France

  • “John’s unique style give his songs a deeper meaning. His attention to detail is evident in every song.” He is easily one of the most talented and unique musicians I have ever heard perform. His tone will stimulate your mind.”
    John Murphy - Wilton, Connecticut

  • “You can see the passion is his eyes when he performs. His dedication to his music becomes evident upon hearing the intricate and unique style he plays. Genius!”
    Tyler Johansson - Naples, Florida

  • “Jimi Hendrix on the acoustic guitar.”
    Ben Porter - Kearney, Nebraska

  • “As a lover of fingerstyle guitar I am ecstatic to announce the return of our friend John Botts.. John is a gifted guitarist with a unique and entertaining style. He has an impressive resume and is a musical encyclopedia. He has a way of making magic with a six-string that just might make your boredom issues disappear.”
    Daney Jelley - Stir the Soul Coffee House - Venice, Florida

  • “Listening to John’s music is both a relaxing and an awe-inspiring experience. His musical mastery of the guitar soothes the soul while his originality and creativity astound. Not only is he an amazing musician but also an excellent human being.”
    Luis Eduardo Robledo - Bogata, Columbia

  • “An awesome person who just happens to master every instrument he puts his hands on.”
    David Johnston - Panama City, Florida

  • “John’s music is smooth and soothing to the ear. He is a well-practiced, experienced, and versatile guitarist who only performs his original music. All in all, his compositions are always delightful to hear because they are pleasurable to the ear and nourishing to the spirit.”
    Eugene Cruz - Miami, Florida

  • “Eric Clapton has nothing on you, John. Hearing you music was like hearing you talk with your hands. Rock on! I’m looking forward to hearing the album.”
    Bayhaan Lakdawala - Dubai, U.A.E.

  • “Wow! What wonderful music. We really enjoyed your performance on Friday night. We are looking forward to hearing more of your music wherever you play the next time.” 
    Kate Brown - Washington, D.C.

  • “Thank you for the inspiration you have given us. You have the most amazing sound and style we have ever heard or seen." 
    Matt H., Matt N., Kyle H., Daniel N., Zach S.   “The Oh’s” - Sarasota, Florida

  • “John is one of the best guitar players I have ever seen. He has a lot of talent with the guitar and he has a very nice style of playing. I hope he gets far because he really knows how to play.”
    Jhonny Montano - Cochabamba, Bolivia

  • “John is a patient and encouraging teacher. He plays his own songs with accomplished skill and ear-catching creativity. A sure see if he’s in your area. God bless you, John. Yes, he already has.”
    Russell Rhymmer - Baltimore, Maryland

  • “It is great to have you as a mentor, but the way you play guitar is simply spectacular. I am sure that in the future I will be proud of knowing the greatest guitarist of all time.”
    Nuno Henriques - Madeira, Spain

  • “After taking a lesson I learned more in one hour than I had my whole life. John teaches you to think outside the box.”
    James Albritton - Venice, Florida

  • “When I listen to John playing the guitar I think about great skill, amazing talent, and lots of practice!"
    Gommaar D’Hulst - Antwerp, Belgium

  • “All I can say is ....wow!
    Chad Kite - Fairfax, Virginia

  • “Look out Dave Matthews!
    John McKay - Las Vegas, Nevada

  • “His performance was inspirational and thought provoking.”
    Blake Hubbs - Harlan, Kentucky

  • "John Botts touches a deep emotion with his original songs and has an easy style of play with his guitar.  He is a passionate performer that you should not miss"!
    Susan Kitchenmaster - Sarasota, FL

  • "John, your music is unreal!  The song to your mom and dad was hilarious. I especially like when you sing to me.  I like your style"!
    Paige Robinson - Ontario, Canada