“The Painter” is the lead single from Johnson’s forthcoming new album.
The song will impact country radio on August 14 and serves as the first single off his forthcoming album.
The singer revealed he’s been “recording my butt off” for the past year and a half.
“I think it wound up being perfect, just she and I and a guitar,” Johnson shared of the performance.
See photos from backstage at CMA Fest in Nashville.
“You’re gonna love both these artists… or you have shit taste 😜,” the singer shared.
Could a collaboration be in the works?
“This round of 24 songs I have to say is the best round of songs I have ever recorded,” Johnson shared.
The tribute came on the 50th anniversary of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s first album.
The Texas native took home a belt buckle and performed his latest hit.