Tod Johnston
( Brief Bio )
Tod Johnston certainly has the genes for being in the spotlight – thanks to mum Jill Perryman and dad Kevan Johnston, both well known nationally for their wonderful performance history in Australian theatre – it’s probably no surprise he ended up on stage!
Tod’s experience in the entertainment industry has spanned not only decades but many different genres – in the form of singer, television host, radio announcer, songwriter, producer, master of ceremonies and corporate host.
After completing a Bachelor of Science Degree (Environment) at
One of his first bands, V Capri ( 1984 ), had a huge live following, went on to record and had great success in Western Australia with their debut album, with singles hitting the number one spot on the local charts.
Today, Tod can be seen performing as lead singer of popular band “Peace Love and All That Stuff” – who are constantly in demand for major corporate events :
– Leeuwin Estate Concert (2001-2002-2004-2006-2007)
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– Hopman Cup Ball (2006) among their many performances.
– Exceeding over 100 shows per annum
He also has an incredibly talented jazz/swing combo – from the high energy rock and roll of PeaceLove to the smooth sounds of Tod Johnston In The Lounge – his musical experience is varied.
Tod is also an experienced radio announcer, having worked with ABC Radio and now, radio 6PR.
Tod’s television career began in the nineties at Channel Ten as host of a music video show, followed by a role presenting a children’s television program. Tod’s Environmental Science degree was well utilised when he spent eight years as Weather Presenter on Channel Nine, Perth – much of that time spent out in the community and with school children, bringing weather, environmental concerns and the media to the schools.
Tod has travelled
Tod can also be seen overseas on UK Television – being involved as their Australian presenter for many tourism promotions on the popular breakfast program GMTV.
Tod’s latest venture saw him returning to the Nine Network as the West Australian presenter of Wine Me Dine Me – travelling throughout the state to showcase the endless variety of intriguing people, locations and their take on the local food and wine industry.
