About Smokey Johnson
Lived 1936 – 2015 (aged 78). Smokey Johnson was an American jazz musician.
Joseph "Smokey" Johnson Jr. (November 14, 1936 – October 6, 2015) was an American drummer. He was one of the musicians, session players, and songwriters who served as the backbone for New Orleans' output of jazz, funk, blues, soul, and R&B music.
Life and career Born to Joseph Johnson Sr. and Rinda Williams,
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Who was Smokey Johnson?
American drummer (1936–2015)
When was Smokey Johnson born?
Smokey Johnson was born on 14 November 1936 in New Orleans.
When did Smokey Johnson die?
Smokey Johnson died on 6 October 2015 in Louisiana, New Orleans.
What was Smokey Johnson's occupation?
Smokey Johnson was a jazz musician.
What nationality was Smokey Johnson?
Smokey Johnson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Smokey Johnson. https://biography.guide/smokey-johnson/
MLA: "Smokey Johnson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/smokey-johnson/.
Chicago: "Smokey Johnson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/smokey-johnson/.
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