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Jimmy Johnson

One of the most celebrated guitarists on the Chicago blues scene, who didn't launch his solo career until he was 50 years old.
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Album Highlights

  • Every Road Ends Somewhere
    Jimmy Johnson
    Every Road Ends Somewhe …
  • I'm a Jockey
    Jimmy Johnson
    I'm a Jockey
  • Johnson's Whacks
    Jimmy Johnson
    Johnson's Whacks
  • Ma Bea's Rock
    Jimmy Johnson
    Ma Bea's Rock
  • Livin' the Life
    Jimmy Johnson
    Livin' the Life
  • North/South
    Jimmy Johnson
    North/South
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Jimmy Johnson

Jimmy Johnson - Artist Details

Active

1950s - 2010s

Born

November 25, 1928 in Holly Springs, MS

Died

January 31, 2022

Genre

Blues Pop/Rock

Styles

Chicago Blues Electric Chicago Blues Modern Electric Blues Regional Blues Soul-Blues

Also Known As

James Thompson
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