John Howie Jr. Tickets

John Howie Jr. is a quintessential voice of American roots music, channeling honky-tonk energy with soulful storytelling. Best known for his work with Two Dollar Pistols and more recently with John Howie Jr. and the Rosewood Bluff, Howie’s sound sits at the crossroads of classic country and modern, panoramic songwriting. As a performer, he brings a steady, natural live presence and a catalog that spans decades, reflecting a lifelong immersion in the country and Americana scenes. This page provides a detailed biography, career highlights, and up-to-date touring information for 2025, including the band’s latest album and recent single releases.

Here you’ll find background on his artistic journey, key discography milestones, and the upcoming shows that bring his story to life across North Carolina and Virginia. If you’re looking to secure tickets, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, hassle-free purchasing—like having a friend in the business.

Biography

John Howie Jr. has been a driving force in American roots music for over two decades. He gained widespread attention as the frontman of Two Dollar Pistols, a band known for its gritty blend of alt-country and classic country storytelling during the late 1990s through the mid-2000s. After that chapter, Howie shifted focus to the Rosewood Bluff, a project that evolved into a collaborative roots-rock outfit blending traditional country with modern, soulful narratives. The Rosewood Bluff lineup has highlighted Howie’s veteran songwriting and troubadour-ready vocal delivery, creating a natural bridge between past honky-tonk staples and contemporary Americana.

Discography Highlights

• Two Dollar Pistols era: celebrated albums that helped shape late-90s/early-2000s alt-country sounds.
• Rosewood Bluff (2011–2025): a steady stream of releases that broadened the project’s sonic palette, culminating in The Return Of... (2025).
• 2024 single: There’s a Ghost in My Room — a moody, atmospheric track that showcases the band’s propensity for storytelling and mood.
• 2025 album: The Return Of... by John Howie Jr. and the Rosewood Bluff, released April 18, 2025 on Schoolkids Records. Described as their first full-length in about 11 years, blending honky-tonk with modern Americana.
• 2025 singles: Who Needs The Neon (March 12, 2025) and a multi-track release from the album, continuing the project’s tradition of keeping roots music fresh.