Johnny Modesto spent his childhood rattling around the Central Valley
towns of Turlock, Bakersfield and Modesto. Formerly known as Johnny
Modest, he changed his name to Modesto when he took a shot at
speedway motorcycle racing and later competition Barbecue. He refined
his grilling skills working for a caterer cooking Tri-tips in the Santa Maria
style. During this time as a journeyman musician he played bass in
various bands for weddings and took some music classes at the junior
college.
Now, Johnny Modesto and the Nashville Parthanon presents the song
”Joshua Tree.” ”It is a magical time in the desert when darkness falls.
The transition to starlight before the moon rises. Brings a glorious
calm… In spite of the coyotes.” -Johnny describes.








