John M. Greenberg is an Oklahoma-born/Texas based singer-songwriter whose work is rooted in the rich tradition of Americana, roots, alt-rock with a touch of blues. A writer with a distinctive eye for character, place, and the complicated spaces between people, Greenberg’s songs tend to favor emotional truth and vivid storytelling over easy answers. Following up on his 2022 release, Rails, his most recent 2026 release Deep Cuts/Shallow Scars explores difficult themes stemming from more recent personal experiences.
He has collaborated with other accomplished writers, including Walt Wilkins, Susan Gibson, Bernie Nelson, Mike Blakely and dozens more bringing his voice and vision to a broader songwriting community.
Other accolades include a 2-time Kerrville ‘New-Folk’ finalist, TMA Producer of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year Nominee. His songs have also been featured on nationally syndicated shows including Friday Night Lights and American Dad.
Greenberg’s pedigree as an accomplished lead guitarist is what separates him as a solo performer. Throughout his 30+ year career, he has backed the aforementioned Wilkins and Gibson as well as Ryan Bingham, Chris Wall, John Arthur Martinez, Brian Burns among others.
For Greenberg, songwriting is ultimately about telling the truth in a memorable way. His songs occupy that fertile territory where melody and literary storytelling intersect, continuing the rich tradition of Oklahoma and Texas writers.
