Johnny Moore (musician, 1906)
John Dudley Moore (born October 20, 1906 in Austin , Texas - † January 6, 1969 in Los Angeles , California ), known as Johnny Moore , was an American R&B guitarist and band leader who played with his band The Three Blazers in was successful in the 1940s and 1950s. Allmusic attributes him to an early influence on Chuck Berry ( early influence on Chuck Berry's playing style ).
biography
Johnny Moore and his younger brother Oscar played acoustic guitar together when they were young. After the family moved to Los Angeles, Oscar turned under the influence of Charlie Christian the Jazz , while Johnny the rhythm and blues remained faithful. Johnny Moore founded the band "The Three Blazers", which also included Charles Brown (piano, vocals) and Eddie Williams (bass).
The biggest hit on the Blazers ' R&B charts was Driftin' Blues (1946), which was followed by many more, such as Merry Christmas Baby (1947). In 1948 Charles Brown left the group to embark on a successful solo career. As a result, the Blazers had different singers. At times, Oscar Moore was also part of the band.
Johnny Moore's Three Blazers lasted well into the 1960s. Johnny Moore was also involved in the recordings of Ivory Joe Hunter , Oscar Moore, Joe Liggins , Frankie Laine , Charles Brown and Marl Jones .
Web links
- Johnny Moore at Allmusic (English)
- Johnny Moore's Three Blazers at Allmusic (English)
- Johnny Moore at Discogs (English)
Individual evidence
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Moore, Johnny |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Moore, John Dudley (maiden name) |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American R&B guitarist and band leader |
| DATE OF BIRTH | October 20, 1906 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Austin , Texas |
| DATE OF DEATH | January 6, 1969 |
| Place of death | Los Angeles , California |