I woke up one morning with an empty mind and the lyrics just started pouring like milk over cereal. It’s a lyrical,contrast between beauty and decay. It just so happens to be my favorite song that I’ve ever written please enjoy. It could be compared to something by Soundgarden or Nick Cave.

The Sun

This is a cover of the song “Smoke Rings in the Dark by Gary Allan. It was released on August 9, 1999 as a single. It was written by rivers Rutherford and Houston Roberts.

Smoke Rings in the Dark

"Georgia" is a full-band Southern heartbreak anthem that blends rich instrumentation with raw emotion. With driving drums, layered guitars, and a melody that hits like a freight train of memory, the song captures the pain of loving someone who's moved on—and the place that still holds their name.

It’s not just about a state on the map—it’s about the feeling of being left behind, and the quiet hope that maybe, just maybe, love could cross that state line again. Honest, nostalgic, and sonically alive, "Georgia" is for anyone who's ever had to let go without really wanting to.

Georgia Full Band

“It’s Not What It Looks Like” is a raw and emotionally charged song that cuts straight through denial and regret. With haunting melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and a stripped-back delivery, this track tells the story of love misunderstood, moments misread, and the pain of trying to explain the unexplainable. It’s a confession wrapped in melody — for anyone who’s ever been caught in a moment they couldn’t talk their way out of, even if their heart was clean. Vulnerable, honest, and soul-stirring.

It’s not what it looks like

Traditional Country. A cover of the Randy Travis song.

On The Other Hand

“Sometimes Good Guys Don’t Win” is a raw and honest reflection of heartbreak, disappointment, and the weight of trying to be enough. With stripped-down guitars, ambient textures, and a vocal performance that cuts deep, this song tells the story of what happens when love slips away — no matter how hard you tried to hold on. It’s for the ones who gave it their all and still walked away empty-handed.

Let the words sink in. Let the silence speak louder. Sometimes, good guys don’t win… but they sure as hell leave a mark.

🎸 Written, performed, and produced by John Brasington
🎧 Best heard with headphones.
🌊 Recorded in New England

Sometimes Good Guys Don't Win

Press ▶️ and rewind to the glory days of big‑hair FM radio. “80z” is my love‑letter to neon nights, dusty cassette decks, and the heart‑thumping rush of a hook you can’t shake loose.
 

Vibe: Sunset‑drive nostalgia—think shimmering guitar riffs, tape‑deck warmth, and a chorus built to blast from a boombox on the boardwalk.
Story: I wrote this one staring at an old radio that still smells like beach air and vinyl seats. Every spin of the dial felt like another memory I couldn’t quite let go…so I turned it into a song.
Highlights:
Verses that drift like headlights down an empty coastal highway.
A bridge that cranks the tension, then drops you into a final chorus that finally sets you free.
Analog‑tinged mix with just enough hiss and shimmer to feel like 1987 all over again.
 
If the track takes you back—or forward—hit ❤️, repost, drop a comment, and let’s keep the radio on all night. Thanks for listening.

80’z Radio

In this very first episode, John Brasington opens up about the dark road that led him to the bottle — and the long fight that brought him back. From his first drink in the Army to near-death moments on a bathroom floor, John shares raw, unfiltered stories of addiction, loss, and the beginning of real recovery.

He talks about hitting rock bottom, finding the courage to go to treatment, and how four months of sobriety have completely changed his life. This episode is about the truth, the turnaround, and the music that helped save him.

If you’re struggling with addiction, or just need proof that it’s never too late to start over — this one’s for you.


This Ain’t Where It Ends

John Brasington delivers a raw and soulful cover of “Hallelujah,” honoring Jeff Buckley’s haunting interpretation with a heartfelt performance of his own. Recorded near the sea with nothing but a guitar and his voice, this version echoes pain, healing, and redemption. A Southern soul reaching for grace.

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Unchained” is a powerful song, crafted as the theme for my podcast, blending raw energy with soulful melodies. It’s a track that reflects freedom, resilience, and the unshakable drive to keep moving forward—perfectly setting the tone for Six Strings and Second Chances.

Unchained

This is my cover of “Remembering Sunday” by All Time Low. A hauntingly beautiful ballad about love, loss, and reflection, I poured my own emotion into this version while staying true to the song’s raw vulnerability. I hope you enjoy my take on this timeless track.

Remembering Sunday

John Brasington writes with a heart full of scars and a soul that won’t quit. A South Georgia-based singer-songwriter whose roots run deep in honesty and raw emotion, John’s songs speak to redemption, heartache, and the quiet beauty found in pain. With a voice that carries both grit and grace, and lyrics that cut deep, his music feels like a late-night conversation with someone who’s been through it — and lived to sing about it. From haunting ballads to Southern-tinged anthems, every track is a piece of his story — real, unfiltered, and unforgettable.