John Davidson, originally from Birmingham, Alabama, is a Nashville-based song-writer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and artist. He is best known as the co-founder, lead guitarist, and vocalist of the indie band The Brummies.
The Brummies have amassed over 40 million streams organically and independently through three full-length albums. Their international tours and dynamic live performances have further solidified their reputation.
Davidson, alongside his bandmate Jacob Bryant, forms a versatile songwriting duo, known for their ability to excel in diverse co-writing scenarios.
Davidson's songwriting expertise spans multiple genres. He has written for a variety of country artists, including Brett Kissel, Stephen Wilson JR., The Band Loula, Trey Pendley, Alex Hall, Fancy Hagood, Harper O’Neil, Carter Faith, and Meg McRee. Notably, he co-wrote the #1 hit song “Done” for The Band Perry.
In the rock and indie music scene, Davidson has made significant contributions as both a writer and producer, collaborating with artists such as CAAMP, Madi Diaz, Phillip Phillips, Young Summer, David Borné, Lucie Silvas, and Ready Revolution.
Beyond his work with The Brummies and other artists, Davidson has focused on songwriting and producing for sync placements. His music has been featured in numerous commercials, trailers, TV shows, and films, including Apple’s "Dads" trailer, ABC’s “Nashville,” “Station 19,” and "Kung Fu,” NBC’s "Found," "Gotham Knights," FOX’s "Monarch," MTV’s "Catfish," Netflix’s "Virgin River," the Japanese feature film "Mayonaka Otome Sensou,” and brands such as White Claw, Hasbro, and Dignity Health.
In July 2024, Davidson released a children’s album under the moniker Johnny Longlegs. The album received acclaim from Apple Music and Sirius XM Radio, prompting Davidson to plan a follow-up project in the near future.
Currently, Davidson is focused The Brummies' third album and beyond. He’s also producing other artists including Trey Pendley. The Brummies will embark on a new tour to support their latest work in late 2025 and early 2026.
Indie Breakout – 40M+ Organic Streams with The Brummies: As co-founder and lead guitarist/vocalist of The Brummies, Davidson helped shape the band’s signature sound, earning over 40 million independent streams and international acclaim across three full-length albums.
Genre-Spanning Songwriter – From Country Charts to Indie Stages: Davidson’s writing credits include the #1 hit “Done” for The Band Perry, with a diverse catalog spanning country (Brett Kissel, Meg McRee) to rock and indie (CAAMP, Madi Diaz, Phillip Phillips).
Sync Success – Music Featured Across Film, TV, and Brands: A trusted creator for sync, Davidson’s music has been featured in Nashville, Virgin River, Monarch, and Apple’s Dads trailer, as well as campaigns for White Claw, Hasbro, and Dignity Health.
Creative Versatility – From Children’s Albums to Co-Writing Camps: Under the moniker Johnny Longlegs, Davidson released a 2024 children’s album praised by Apple Music and Sirius XM, showcasing his ability to pivot between audiences with ease.
On the Horizon – New Brummies Era Incoming: With The Brummies’ next album in the works and a 2025–26 tour ahead, Davidson continues to evolve his artistry while amplifying others behind the scenes.
John Davidson, originally from Birmingham, Alabama, is a Nashville-based song-writer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and artist. He is best known as the co-founder, lead guitarist, and vocalist of the indie band The Brummies.
The Brummies have amassed over 40 million streams organically and independently through three full-length albums. Their international tours and dynamic live performances have further solidified their reputation.
Davidson, alongside his bandmate Jacob Bryant, forms a versatile songwriting duo, known for their ability to excel in diverse co-writing scenarios.
Davidson's songwriting expertise spans multiple genres. He has written for a variety of country artists, including Brett Kissel, Stephen Wilson JR., The Band Loula, Trey Pendley, Alex Hall, Fancy Hagood, Harper O’Neil, Carter Faith, and Meg McRee. Notably, he co-wrote the #1 hit song “Done” for The Band Perry.
In the rock and indie music scene, Davidson has made significant contributions as both a writer and producer, collaborating with artists such as CAAMP, Madi Diaz, Phillip Phillips, Young Summer, David Borné, Lucie Silvas, and Ready Revolution.
Beyond his work with The Brummies and other artists, Davidson has focused on songwriting and producing for sync placements. His music has been featured in numerous commercials, trailers, TV shows, and films, including Apple’s "Dads" trailer, ABC’s “Nashville,” “Station 19,” and "Kung Fu,” NBC’s "Found," "Gotham Knights," FOX’s "Monarch," MTV’s "Catfish," Netflix’s "Virgin River," the Japanese feature film "Mayonaka Otome Sensou,” and brands such as White Claw, Hasbro, and Dignity Health.
In July 2024, Davidson released a children’s album under the moniker Johnny Longlegs. The album received acclaim from Apple Music and Sirius XM Radio, prompting Davidson to plan a follow-up project in the near future.
Currently, Davidson is focused The Brummies' third album and beyond. He’s also producing other artists including Trey Pendley. The Brummies will embark on a new tour to support their latest work in late 2025 and early 2026.
