![]() BiographyDanny 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. See photos of Danny Johnson » |
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.
ARTIST | ALBUM | YEAR | RECORD COMPANY |
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Rick Derringer | Derringer | 1975 | CBS Records |
Rick Derringer | Sweet Evil | 1976 | CBS Records |
Rick Derringer | Live | 1977 | CBS Records |
Axis | Circus World | 1978 | RCA Records |
Carmine Appice | Carmine Appice | 1981 | Riva Records |
Rod Stewart | Tonight I'm Yours | 1982 | Warner Brothers |
Alice Cooper | Special Forces | 1982 | Warner Brothers |
Phil Seymour | Phil Seymour | 1983 | Casa Blanca |
Danny Johnson | Danny Johnson | 1984 | Lip Stick Records |
Billy Burnette | Try Me | 1985 | Curb Records |
Alcatraz | Dangerous Games | 1986 | Capitol Records |
Private Life | Shadows | 1988 | Warner Brothers |
Private Life | Private Life | 1989 | Warner Brothers |
Peter Beckett | Peter Beckett | 1990 | Curb Records |
Wayne's World | Soundtrack | 1991 | Warner Brothers |
Danny Tate | Christmas Album | 1994 | Virgin Records |
Graham Bonnet | Graham Bonnet | 1995 | Sonic Image Records |
John Kay & Steppenwolf | Feed The Fire | 1996 | Winter Harvest Records |
Danny Johnson | Grih Grih Thing | 1997 | Who Doo Records |
John Kay | Heretics & Privateers | 2001 | Cannonball Records |
Danny Johnson | Over Cloud Nine | 2002 | Rainman Records |