Johnny & The Mongrels are a Louisiana/Colorado-based band known for blending Swamp Funk and Bayou Soul with deep Southern grooves, gritty funk, heartfelt blues, and storytelling. Fronted by vocalist and songwriter Johnny Ryan, the group channels the rich musical heritage of New Orleans with a soulful, community-driven approach. Their sound is described as a genre-defying mix of funkified Americana, blues, and roots music, with lyrics often carrying personal or cultural backstories. Tracks like “Drinking With Angels” and “Love’s Got Something To Do With It” reflect themes of love, memory, and New Orleans culture.