Short bio David Earle Johnson
Full biography David Earle Johnson
David Earle Johnson is a highly respected composer, saxophonist, percussionist, and writer. He is best known for his collaborations with a wide range of musicians in various genres, such as jazz, R&B, and world music. Johnson was born in Atlanta, Georgia, and his musical career began in the 1960s, during the height of the civil rights movement. In 1970, he moved to Paris, France, where he became involved in the city's vibrant music scene and worked with numerous French and international artists.
Johnson has recorded and performed with many renowned musicians, including Miles Davis, George Duke, Herbie Hancock, and Carlos Santana. He has also made significant contributions to the film and television industry, working as a composer and producer for numerous films and TV series, including the popular TV series "The Wire".
In addition to his work as a musician and composer, Johnson is a passionate advocate for social justice issues and has used his art to shed light on important causes, such as environmentalism and human rights. He has also taught music at several institutions, including the University of California, Berkeley.
David Earle Johnson's contributions to the music industry and society as a whole are truly remarkable, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of musicians and activists.
Albums featuring David Earle Johnson
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
White Latining(CD, Album) | 1993 | Intercord Record Service |
| 2 |  |
David Earle Johnson, Jan Hammer And John Abercrombie – The Midweek Blues | 1983 | Plug Records (2) |
| 3 |  |
David Earle Johnson / John Abercrombie / Dan Wall – Route Two(LP, Album) | 1981 | Landslide Records |
| 4 |  |
David Earle Johnson With Jan Hammer – Hip Address | 1980 | CMP Records |
| 5 |  |
Skin Deep - Yeah! | 1979 | Jonathan David Earle Music |
| 6 |  |
Time Is Free | 1977 | Vanguard |
Videos featuring David Earle Johnson
David Earle Johnson & Jan Hammer Juice Harp 1977
Juice Harp. from the album Time Is Free. Video includes clips from 60's animation Rapid Eye Movements and Holger Czukay's Cool In The Pool video
Mary Had a Little Duck
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Mary Had a Little Duck · David Earle Johnson
Skin Deep - Yeah!
℗ 1981 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2013-08-20
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01 Grandma's House
David Earle Johnson - Time Is Free
1977 Vanguard / Universe
David Earle Johnson - Vocals, Congas, Percussion
Jan Hammer - Synthesizer, Electric Piano, Drums
Skin Deep Yeah!
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Skin Deep Yeah! · David Earle Johnson
Skin Deep - Yeah!
℗ 1981 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2013-08-20
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Batacanda Sadisco
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Batacanda Sadisco · David Earle Johnson
Skin Deep - Yeah!
℗ 1981 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2013-08-20
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02 Lofts
David Earle Johnson - Time Is Free
1977 Vanguard / Universe
David Earle Johnson - Congas, Timbales, Percussion
Jan Hammer - Synthesizer, Electric Piano, Drums
03 Time Is Free
David Earle Johnson - Time Is Free
1977 Vanguard / Universe
David Earle Johnson - Vocals, Congas, Timbales, Percussion
Jan Hammer - Synthesizer, Drums
Have You Been There?
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Have You Been There? · David Earle Johnson
Skin Deep - Yeah!
℗ 1981 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2013-08-20
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04 Ramtide
David Earle Johnson - Time Is Free
1977 Vanguard / Universe
David Earle Johnson - Congas, Timbales, Drum [African Log]
Jan Hammer - Synthesizer, Drums
The Rose & the Lily
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The Rose & the Lily · David Earle Johnson
Skin Deep - Yeah!
℗ 1981 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2013-08-20
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05 Ten Little Times
David Earle Johnson - Time Is Free
1977 Vanguard / Universe
David Earle Johnson - Congas, Timbales, Synthesizer [Moog Drum], Percussion
Jan Hammer - Synthesizer, Electric Piano, Drums
Rebel Trot
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Rebel Trot · David Earle Johnson
Skin Deep - Yeah!
℗ 1997 Silva Screen Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2013-08-20
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06 Juice Harp
David Earle Johnson - Time Is Free
1977 Vanguard / Universe
David Earle Johnson - Vocals, Synthesizer [Moog Drum Programmed As Jew's Harp], Congas, Percussion
Jan Hammer - Synthesizer, Drums, Percussion
U.F. Olds
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U.F. Olds · David Earle Johnson
Skin Deep - Yeah!
℗ 1981 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2013-08-20
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Nightmares
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Nightmares · David Earle Johnson
Skin Deep - Yeah!
℗ 1981 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2013-08-20
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07 Sea, Sand And Sun
David Earle Johnson - Time Is Free
1977 Vanguard / Universe
David Earle Johnson - Kalimba [Treble Kalimba], Congas, Timbales, Percussion
Jan Hammer - Piano, Percussion
08 Safes
David Earle Johnson - Time Is Free
1977 Vanguard / Universe
David Earle Johnson - Congas, Timbales, Percussion, Drum [African Log]
Jan Hammer - Synthesizer, Electric Piano, Drums
David Earle Johnson - Batacauda Sadisco (1979)
David Earle Johnson - Batacauda Sadisco (1979)
David Earle Johnson - Nightmares (1979)
David Earle Johnson - Nightmares (1979)
David Earle Johnson Route Two
David Earle Johnson with Jan Hammer - Rebel Trot (Slow) (1980)
Album: Hip Address (1980)
David Earle Johnson - Siete Parati
From the album Hip Address 1980 with Jan Hammer.
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Hip Address (Vocal)
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Hip Address · David Earle Johnson
Hip Address
℗ 1980 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2009-10-27
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Hip Address (Instrumental)
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Hip Address · David Earle Johnson
Hip Address
℗ 1980 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2009-10-27
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Green & Black
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Green & Black · David Earle Johnson
Hip Address
℗ 1980 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2009-10-27
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Siete Parati
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Siete Parati · David Earle Johnson
Hip Address
℗ 1980 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2009-10-27
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Punk Luck
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Punk Luck · David Earle Johnson
Hip Address
℗ 1980 CMP Records
℗ CMP Records
Released on: 2009-10-27
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