James Johnston is one of Australia’s fastest-rising country artists, known for turning deeply personal stories into universal anthems that resonate far beyond the bush. His record-breaking debut single “Raised Like That” spent an unprecedented 28 weeks at #1 on the ARIA Country Chart and has amassed over 134 million global streams, evolving from a song rooted in personal memory into a worldwide tribute to rural life. The track launched his debut album of the same name and firmly established Johnston as a major new voice in country music.
In October 2025, Johnston released his second studio album, Where You’ll Find Me via Warner Music Australia, marking a bold new chapter in his career. The album explores themes of honesty, joy, family, mateship, love, loss and rural living, with standout singles “I Oughta Know Better” and the title track receiving strong media support and connecting powerfully with fans. He supported the release with a national tour across major Australian cities in late 2025.
Earlier in 2025, Johnston and collaborator Appel won Song of the Year at the 2025 Bokkies (South Africa) for “COUNTRY IS FOR ME,” highlighting his growing global impact. With major festival appearances, a viral social media presence and a rapidly expanding international audience, James Johnston continues to push Australian country music onto the world stage—while staying true to his roots.
