Johnny Thunders
American guitarist and singer (1952-1991) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 38
John Anthony Genzale, known professionally as Johnny Thunders, was an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He came to prominence in the early 1970s as a member of New York Dolls. He later formed the Heartbreakers and played as a solo artist.
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Close ties
Richard Hell Bandmate in The Heartbreakers
David Johansen Bandmate in New York Dolls
Sylvain Sylvain Bandmate in New York Dolls
Arthur Kane Bandmate in New York Dolls
Jerry Nolan Bandmate in New York Dolls
Sami Yaffa Bandmate in New York Dolls- Billy Murcia Bandmate in New York Dolls
- Jimmy Miller Produced In Cold Blood and Diary of a Lover
Steve Lillywhite Produced So Alone (1978)
Patrick Grandperret Directed Mona and I (1989)
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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1952 to 1991 · aged 38