Jai Johanny Johanson

Jai Johanny Johanson (born John Lee Johnson on July 8, 1944, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi), frequently known by the stage names Jaimoe or Jaimo, is an American drummer who is one of the founding members of The Allman Brothers Band.

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July 8 - 1944 - Ocean Springs, Mississippi - American - Drummer - The Allman Brothers Band

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Johanson came up in the rhythm and blues world and was a member of Otis Redding's band for a long tour in 1966. He helped form The Allman Brothers Band in 1969, along with Duane Allman (guitar), Gregg Allman (vocals and organ), Dickey Betts (guitar), Berry Oakley (bass), and fellow drummer Butch Trucks. He also played in Sea Level, an Allmans offshoot group.

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Rhythm and blues - Otis Redding - The Allman Brothers Band - Duane Allman - Gregg Allman - Dickey Betts - Berry Oakley - Butch Trucks - Sea Level

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Johanson continues to record and perform with the Allman Brothers Band today.

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