Jimmy Johnson

Jimmy Johnson (born 1956) is an acclaimed American bass guitarist renowned for his work with artists like James Taylor and Allan Holdsworth. Raised in a musical family, he was influenced by his father, a bassist in the Minnesota Orchestra. Johnson is celebrated for his contributions to the development of the 5-string bass guitar, which he helped create with Alembic and GHS in 1976. His punchy and articulate tone has graced recordings by notable musicians, including Randy Newman and Peabo Bryson. Based in Los Angeles, Jimmy continues to be a prominent figure in the music industry, collaborating with various artists.