Pete Johnson
American boogie-woogie and jazz pianist
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About Pete Johnson
Pete Johnson came into the music scene in 1922 as a drummer and pianist. In the late 1920s he started working with famous singer Big Joe Turner. He began attracting interest when he partnered with Turner at the concert dubbed “From Spirituals to Swing” which was held at Carnegie Hall in 1938.
That same year, the duo released a song entitled "Roll 'Em Pete" which would be selected into the famous Blues Hall of Fame. As one of the most popular boogie-woogie pianists during that period, Johnson was featured on the 1941 compilation album “Boogie Woogie”.
As a solo performer, he completed many musical projects including 1946’s “Pete's Blues” and “King of Boogie” which was posthumously released in 1992.
Family
He spent most of his childhood with his mother.
Facts
The 1967 concert titled “Spirituals to Swing” was his last live show.
Before his musical career, he was a shoe-shiner and factory worker.
He ended his education at the 5th grade.
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F.A.Q. about Pete Johnson
When is his birthday?
Pete Johnson's birthday is on March 25, 1904.
In how many days is his birthday?
Pete's birthday is in 334 days
How old was Pete when he died?
He was 62 years old.
When did he die?
He died in March 23, 1967.
How old would he be today?
Pete Johnson would be 120 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Pete from?
He was born in Kansas City, Missouri, U.S..