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Willie Johnson

American musician (1923-1995) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 71

Willie Johnson was an American electric blues guitarist. He is best known as the principal guitarist in Howlin' Wolf's band from 1948 to 1953. His raucous, distorted guitar playing is prominent on Howlin' Wolf's Memphis recordings during 1951-1953, including the hit song "How Many More Years".

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1923 to 1995 · aged 71