Johnny Neel

Singer-songwriter and keyboard player

Johnny Neel - Singer-songwriter and keyboard player
Born

June 11th, 1954
70 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An influential musician, contributed to the Southern rock genre. Worked extensively as a session musician and performed with the Allman Brothers Band. Released solo albums showcasing a blend of rock, blues, and country. Instrumental in shaping the sound of several bands and projects over the decades.

Contributed to the Allman Brothers Band

Released solo albums including 'The Other Side'

Worked as a session musician for various artists

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