Brian Johnson

Description: (Singer, Musician)

Brian Francis Johnson is an English singer and songwriter best recognised for his over three decades long association with the Australian hard rock/blues rock band AC/DC as its lead vocalist. He got introduced to music as a kid and performed in different shows with the Scouts and remained part of local church choir. He developed interest in rock & roll in his teens and performed with few bands before co-founding the British glam rock band ‘Geordie’. The band that spawned hit singles called it quits in 1978 only to be re-formed in 1980. Meanwhile the eventual death of lead vocalist Bon Scott of AC/DC led it to scout for an eligible replacement. The other members of AC/DC, who happened to had positive reviews about Johnson from Scott earlier when the latter once saw Johnson singing for Geordie, finally zeroed in on Johnson whose strong yet grave voice fitted the bands high voltage hard-hitting rock style perfectly. Johnson’s tenure with the band proved to be one of its most thriving periods when it churned hit albums like ‘Back in Black’, ‘For Those About to Rock’ and ‘The Razor's Edge’ thus upping its global popularity quotient to new heights.

Overview

Birthday October 5, 1947 (Libra)
Alternative names Brian Francis Johnson
Height 165 cm
Spouse/Ex- Brenda Johnson, Carol Johnson
Parents Alan Johnson
Esther Johnson
Children and Kala (born 1973), Joanne (born 1968)

Did you know

What is Brian Johnson's vocal range? Brian Johnson is a tenor with a vocal range that typically spans from F2 to A5.
How did Brian Johnson join AC/DC? Brian Johnson joined AC/DC in 1980 after the sudden death of the band's previous lead vocalist, Bon Scott.
What is Brian Johnson's signature song with AC/DC? Brian Johnson's signature song with AC/DC is "Back in Black," the title track from the band's iconic album.
Has Brian Johnson released any solo music? Yes, Brian Johnson released a solo album titled "Brian Johnson's Jukebox" in 2019, featuring covers of his favorite songs.
How has Brian Johnson's voice evolved over the years? Brian Johnson's voice has evolved to incorporate a raspier tone and more gravelly quality as he has aged, adding depth and character to his performances.
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