On June 13, 2023, when John Wines took the stage for his audition on “America’s Got Talent,” he appeared to be an ordinary elderly man. However, the moment he began playing his guitar, he transformed into a rock sensation, captivating both the audience and the judges with his electrifying performance.
His rendition of Queen’s “We Will Rock You” stirred the audience into a frenzy, prompting a standing ovation and enthusiastic calls for an encore. The crowd fervently shouted, “We want more,” before eventually settling down.
Notably, Wines received four yeses from the judges, who were visibly astonished by his performance. Sofia Vergara expressed how enjoyable it was to watch, declaring Wines a “rock star.”
In response, Wines thanked her and admitted that the experience was both “exhilarating” and nerve-wracking. Simon Cowell noted Wines’ unassuming appearance but marveled at the transformation on stage, stating, “I was not expecting that.” Howie Mandel found it “surprising.”
Fans flooded the comments section with praise, with one declaring Wines a guitar master and envisioning him as a one-man backup act at a rock concert. Another admired his humility despite his remarkable talent, adding that it enhanced the overall experience.
Wines took to his Instagram page to remind followers to watch the audition, receiving comments from fans applauding his outstanding performance. The official “AGT” Instagram account also shared the video, celebrating Wines’ journey from teacher to rockstar dreams, eliciting enthusiastic responses from fans
