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Johnny Thunders
American guitarist and singer (1952–1991) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Not to be confused with Johnny Thunder (singer).
John Anthony Genzale (July 15, 1952 – April 23, 1991), known professionally as Johnny Thunders, was an American guitarist, singer and songwriter.[1] He came to prominence in the early 1970s as a member of New York Dolls. He later played with the Heartbreakers and as a solo artist.[1]
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![]() Thunders performing at the VFW Post in Ann Arbor, Michigan in July 1979. He was then collaborating with Wayne Kramer of MC5, as Gang War. | |
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Birth name | John Anthony Genzale |
Born | (1952-07-15)July 15, 1952 Queens, New York, U.S. |
Died | April 23, 1991(1991-04-23) (aged 38) New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
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Years active | 1967–1991 |
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