Artist
Jesse Johnson
Jesse Johnson arrived from Rock Island, Illinois, and joined The Time in 1981, bringing a punk snarl to funk rhythm guitar and solos hot enough to burn through a mix. His signature wah-wah work, that liquid, almost vocal tone sliding around the beat, became one of the defining textures of the Minneapolis Sound's guitar side.
The full story is in The Minneapolis Sound.
At a glance
- Active
- 1981–1985 with The Time, solo 1985–present
- From
- Rock Island, Illinois, USA
- Listening guide track
- “Crazay”
Listen
In the The Minneapolis Sound listening guide: “Crazay”
In the issues
- The Minneapolis SoundSupporting cast · 1958-1991 · Members
The Minneapolis Sound is a music scene from Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, 1958–1991. Its principal artists include Prince, The Time, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis and Morris Day. This issue covers 10 essential albums and 15 dated events.