Brushfire Fairytales is the name of the 2001 debut album by Hawaiian-born singer-songwriter and filmmaker Jack Johnson. The recording achieved a moderate degree of fame for Johnson, who has stated that he never intended to pursue a career in music, already having attended university for film. It features straightforward pop arrangements of Johnson's songs, primarily medium-paced acoustic-rock. The cover features a photograph of Johnson in a hooded raincoat, standing in the rain.

The album's primary musicians are: Jack Johnson (vocals/guitars/piano), Adam Topol (drums/percussion) and Merlo (bass). It was produced by J.P. Plunier, recorded & mixed by Todd Burke, with assistant engineers Andrew Alekel & Chad Essig. It was recorded at Grandmaster Recorders, King Sound, and mastered by Dave Collins. Guests include Tommy Jordan (steel drums on "Flake") and Ben Harper (slide guitar on "Flake").

On and On (2003) was the second album released by the musician Jack Johnson, who provided the vocals and guitars. Adam Topol and Merlo Podlewski played the percussion and bass respectively. The album was recorded at The Mango Tree studios in Hawaii.

In Between Dreams is the third album by singer-songwriter Jack Johnson, who provided the vocals and guitars. It was released by Brush Fire Records on March 1, 2005. Adam Topol and Merlo Podlewski played the percussion and bass respectively.

Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies (for the film Curious George) is a soundtrack album by Jack Johnson and friends. Along with Johnson it features Adam Topal, Ben Harper, G. Love, Kawika Kahiapo, Matt Costa, Merlo Podlewski and Zach Gill. It was released on February 7, 2006 topping the Billboard Top 200 chart in its debut week.