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Lonnie Johnson Bio

Born in New Orleans on February 8th, 1889, and one of a large and talented family, Alonzo "Lonnie" Johnson played fiddle, guitar, piano, and banjo from childhood. He joined his father's band at 14 and began playing in cafes in New Orleans. In 1917 he traveled in Europe playing in revues. When..... (read more)