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Born
May 29, 1960
in Rock Island, IL
Years Active:
80s
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| Illinois-born funk/soul guitarist Jesse Johnson began playing guitar when he was 15, honing his chops in local rock bands throughout his teens and early twenties. On a friend's recommendation, he moved to Minneapolis, MN, where he became the lead guitarist and a primary songwriter for the city's extraordinairy funk-rock group, the Time. After writing "Jungle Love," the group's most memorable and highest-charting single, Johnson signed a solo deal with A&M in 1984 and released "Jesse Johnson's Revue" the following year. "Shockadelica" and "Every Shade of Love" followed, building on the inventive, elaborate sound he forged with the Time. By 1990 the group reformed and issued "Pandemonium", which once again showcased his songwriting and guitar skills. The highlights of his solo albums were collected on 2000's "Jesse Johnson: The Ultimate Collection". ~ Heather Phares, All Music Guide |
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