Backman Johanson and the others (BJATO), an AOR/Westcoast music project, is a collaborative effort featuring a wide array of musicians centered around the Swedish duo Kaj Backman and Mats Johanson. These two seasoned musicians hailing from Stockholm have a deeply rooted passion for the classic Westcoast music sound epitomized by bands such as Toto, Chicago, and Airplay. Kaj Backman takes on keyboards and songwriting duties while guitarist Mats Johanson contributes with his skilled guitar play and arrangements. They decided to come together and revive the smooth, melodic style of the 70s and 80s after noticing the resurgence and renewed interest in this genre.

The project has seen the release of evocative and polished tracks, including the energetic "Crazy Game of Love" and the robust album "At Last," which also released a version with bonus tracks. "At Last" showcases not only BJATO's capacity to pen original material that resonates with fans of vintage AOR and Westcoast sounds but also their ability to surround themselves with a roster of talented vocalists and musicians from all over the world. Their music is characterized by polished production, catchy melodies, and a nostalgic flair that has gained them a following among enthusiasts of the genre seeking to recapture its classic essence in the contemporary music scene.

Genres

Deep Soft Rock

Swedish Melodic Rock

Latest Release

Crazy Game Of Love

Backman Johanson and the others

Album - 10 Tracks - Released May 25, 2021