History of Mojo Nixon in Timeline
Neill Kirby McMillan Jr., known as Mojo Nixon, was an American musician and actor famous for his psychobilly music, a blend of rockabilly and punk rock. His most recognized song, "Elvis Is Everywhere," became a popular alternative music video on MTV. Beyond his musical career, Nixon also hosted "The Loon in the Afternoon" radio show on Sirius XM's Outlaw Country channel.
August 2, 1957: Birth of Neill Kirby McMillan Jr.
Neill Kirby McMillan Jr., later known as Mojo Nixon, was born on August 2, 1957, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
1985: Mojo Nixon and Skid Roper Release Debut Album
In 1985, Mojo Nixon and Skid Roper released their first album, "Mojo Nixon and Skid Roper," on Enigma Records. The album featured the single "Jesus at McDonald's."
1987: Release of "Bo-Day-Shus!!!" and "Elvis Is Everywhere"
Mojo Nixon and Skid Roper released their third album, "Bo-Day-Shus!!!," in 1987, featuring the hit song "Elvis Is Everywhere," which became Nixon's signature song.
1989: Mojo Nixon and Skid Roper Part Ways
Mojo Nixon and Skid Roper ended their musical partnership in late 1989.
1989: Mojo Nixon's Acting Debut
Mojo Nixon made his acting debut in 1989, playing drummer James Van Eaton in the Jerry Lee Lewis biopic "Great Balls of Fire!"
July 31, 1992: Don Henley Performs with Mojo Nixon
On July 31, 1992, Don Henley joined Mojo Nixon onstage at The Hole in the Wall in Austin, Texas, to perform Nixon's controversial song "Don Henley Must Die."
1993: Appearance in "Super Mario Bros."
Mojo Nixon appeared in the film "Super Mario Bros." in 1993.
1994: Appearance in "Car 54, Where Are You?"
Mojo Nixon appeared in the film "Car 54, Where Are You?" in 1994.
1995: Death of Country Dick Montana
Country Dick Montana, a close friend of Mojo Nixon and member of the Beat Farmers, died of a heart attack onstage in 1995.
1997: Voice Acting in "Redneck Rampage"
In 1997, Mojo Nixon voiced Sheriff Lester T. Hobbes in the computer game "Redneck Rampage" and contributed two songs to the soundtrack.
1998: Various Activities in 1998
In 1998, Mojo Nixon briefly wrote an advice column for Peterbelly Magazine, served as honorary captain of the US luge team at the Winter Olympics, and recorded the song "Luge Team U.S.A." with members of the Beat Farmers and luger Gordon Sheer.
1998: Radio DJ Career Begins
Mojo Nixon started working as a radio disc jockey in 1998, first on WLW and later on WEBN in Cincinnati.
1999: Release of "The Real Sock Ray Blue"
Mojo Nixon released the album "The Real Sock Ray Blue" in 1999, which included a eulogy for Country Dick Montana.
July 2000: Publicly Supports Free File Sharing
Mojo Nixon voiced his support for free file sharing of music in July 2000.
2004: Mojo Nixon Retires from Music
Mojo Nixon retired from the music business in 2004, with his last live show taking place on March 20 at the Continental Club in Austin, Texas.
October 2005: Starts as "General Manager" on Howard 100
Mojo Nixon began appearing as the "General Manager" on Sirius Howard 100 in October 2005.
2006: Comes Out of Retirement to Support Kinky Friedman
Mojo Nixon briefly came out of retirement in 2006 to support Kinky Friedman's campaign for Texas governor.
2008: Hosts Three Shows on Sirius Satellite Radio
In 2008, Mojo Nixon hosted "The Loon in the Afternoon," "Mojo Nixon's Manifold Destiny," and "Lyin' Cocksuckers" on Sirius Satellite Radio.
October 2009: Offers Free Albums on Amazon
In October 2009, several of Mojo Nixon's albums were temporarily available for free download on Amazon.
October 2009: Releases "Whiskey Rebellion" and Announces "Unretirement"
Mojo Nixon announced his "unretirement" in October 2009 with the release of "Whiskey Rebellion," an album of previously unreleased tracks.
2012: Supports Barack Obama
Mojo Nixon publicly supported Barack Obama in the 2012 presidential election.
2013: Documentary Film Announced
Production of a documentary film about Mojo Nixon, "The Mojo Manifesto," was announced in 2013.
2014: Planned Release of Documentary
"The Mojo Manifesto" was initially planned for release in 2014.
November 8, 2016: Final "Lying Cocksuckers" Show
Mojo Nixon hosted his last "Lying Cocksuckers" show on November 8, 2016.
2022: Documentary Premieres at SXSW
"The Mojo Manifesto" premiered at the South by Southwest festival in 2022.
February 21, 2023: Worldwide Rights to Documentary Acquired
Freestyle Digital Media acquired the worldwide rights to "The Mojo Manifesto" on February 21, 2023, and scheduled it for release on VOD platforms on March 17.
February 7, 2024: Death of Mojo Nixon
Mojo Nixon passed away from a cardiac event on February 7, 2024, at the age of 66 while aboard the Outlaw Country Cruise in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
March 2024: Memorial Concert for Mojo Nixon
A memorial concert for Mojo Nixon was held in Austin, Texas, during the South by Southwest festival in March 2024.