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As a youth, Johnny’s passion for music flourished in Texas, a melting pot of genres that included country, gospel, and blues. By his early teens, Johnny had formed his first band, Johnny and the Jammers, showcasing his energetic performances. At just 15 years old, he recorded his first single and began to gain regional fame, influenced by the prevalent blues scene. Despite the turbulent racial tensions around him, Johnny found a home in black clubs, where he absorbed the sounds of blues legends like Muddy Waters and B.B. King.
The Rise to Stardom