About Johnny McElhone
Born 1963. Johnny McElhone is a British guitarist, songwriter and musician.
John Francis McElhone (born 21 April 1963) is a Scottish guitarist and songwriter from Glasgow.
He played with three bands who have enjoyed a top-20 presence on the UK Singles Chart; the new wave bands Altered Images and Hipsway, and the alternative/pop rock band Texas. Both Altered Images and Texas have had top 20 albums on the UK Albums Chart.
He is one of four children of Scottish Labour MPs Frank and Helen McElhone. He is the father of child actor Jack McElhone, who co-starred with Gerard Butler and Emily Mortimer in the 2004 film Dear Frankie.
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Who is Johnny McElhone?
Scottish guitarist and songwriter
When was Johnny McElhone born?
Johnny McElhone was born on 21 April 1963 in Glasgow.
What is Johnny McElhone's occupation?
Johnny McElhone is a guitarist, songwriter and musician.
What nationality is Johnny McElhone?
Johnny McElhone is British.
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