Danny Johnson

Danny Johnson

Biography

Danny Johnson has toured with Rod Stewart, Rick Derringer, Van Halen and recorded with artists Alice Cooper, drummer Carmine Appice and Fleetwood Mac’s Stevie Nicks among others. He has also written songs for, and played guitar on several movie soundtracks, among them Gremlins II and the smash hit Wayne’s World. His unique combination of blues, rock and roots (which he has termed “psychedelic swamp rock”) has garnered praise from such established publications as Rolling Stone and Guitar World. His current solo effort Over Cloud Nine showcases Danny's vocal talents as well as his instrumental prowess, and delves even deeper into his Louisiana roots. For a complete discography, check out this section of the website.

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Danny Johnson - Over Cloud 9

Cloud 9 Album

Solo release from our lead guitarist Danny Johnson. 16 tunes including an excellent version of "House of The Rising Sun", and "Higher Power" that is occasionally performed with John Kay & Steppenwolf. Fan favorites include "Boot State" and "Tribal Stomp". This reissue version (2004) Contains 2 bonus tracks, "Biloxi Flattop" and "Models, Inc". Original version (2002) also available.

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Track List

  1. Backstreet Cabaret
  2. Boot State
  3. Sweet Sinamine
  4. The Stuff
  5. House Of The Rising Sun
  6. The Heroes Song
  7. Over Cloud Nine
  8. Higher Power
  9. Up And Down
  10. Dandylion
  11. Idle Days Drive
  12. Cry Wolf
  13. Tribal Stomp
  14. Sundance
  15. Biloxi Flattop
  16. Models, Inc

Danny Johnson - Previous Recordings

ARTISTALBUMYEARRECORD COMPANY
Rick DerringerDerringer1975CBS Records
Rick Derringer Sweet Evil1976CBS Records
Rick Derringer Live1977CBS Records
AxisCircus World1978RCA Records
Carmine AppiceCarmine Appice1981Riva Records
Rod StewartTonight I'm Yours1982Warner Brothers
Alice CooperSpecial Forces1982Warner Brothers
Phil SeymourPhil Seymour1983Casa Blanca
Danny JohnsonDanny Johnson1984Lip Stick Records
Billy BurnetteTry Me1985Curb Records
AlcatrazDangerous Games1986Capitol Records
Private LifeShadows1988Warner Brothers
Private LifePrivate Life1989Warner Brothers
Peter BeckettPeter Beckett1990Curb Records
Wayne's WorldSoundtrack1991Warner Brothers
Danny TateChristmas Album1994Virgin Records
Graham BonnetGraham Bonnet1995Sonic Image Records
John Kay & SteppenwolfFeed The Fire1996Winter Harvest Records
Danny JohnsonGrih Grih Thing1997Who Doo Records
John KayHeretics & Privateers2001Cannonball Records
Danny JohnsonOver Cloud Nine2002Rainman Records