Johnny Wright has come to be known as one of the foremost music managers of all-time. Through hard work, creativity and a strong sense of commitment he has developed successful ventures in all areas of entertainment, from music management to film and television production. Johnny Wright was born in Hyannis, Massachusetts. He began his career in the music industry at the age of 19 when, after a part-time job spinning records at a local roller skating rink, he was hired as a DJ for radio station WCOD in Cape Cod. ...show more

Johnny Wright has come to be known as one of the foremost music managers of all-time. Through hard work, creativity and a strong sense of commitment he has developed successful ventures in all areas of entertainment, from music management to film and television production. Johnny Wright was born in Hyannis, Massachusetts. He began his career in the music industry at the age of 19 when, after a part-time job spinning records at a local roller skating rink, he was hired as a DJ for radio station WCOD in Cape Cod.

It was there that he met Maurice Starr, who at that time managed one of the hottest groups on the charts: New Kids on the Block. Recognizing Johnny's passion for the business, Maurice hired Johnny as New Kids' tour manager. When New Kids opted to take a year off, Johnny went out on tour with the hit dance club act, Snap! and was soon asked by the band to take the step into artist management (which he eagerly did, becoming their manager in 1990). In 1993, Johnny decided to relocate to Orlando, FL where he formed a relationship with Lou Pearlman and Transcon Entertainment.

Two years later Johnny began managing a local vocal group that had recently been signed to Jive Records. Known as the Backstreet Boys, this vocal group blew up in Europe and soon re-crossed the Atlantic to make waves in the U.S. After a lot of hard work and perseverance on everyone's part, BSB hit the top of the charts, launching an international phenomenon that resonates to this day. On June 14, 2005 the Backstreet Boys released their fourth studio album to anxious fans world-wide. ...show less