Luther Johnson (Guitar Junior)

Luther Johnson (April 11 1939-) is a Chicago blues singer and guitarist, who performs under the name Guitar Junior.

He was born in Itta Bena, Mississippi, USA in 1939 and moved to Chicago with his family in 1955. During the 1960s, he performed with Magic Sam. Johnson performed in Muddy Water's band from 1972 to 1980. He recorded an album Luther's Blues in 1976 with other members of Muddy Water's band. In 1980, four of his songs were included on an anthology by Alligator Records. Johnson appeared on three albums by The Nighthawks.

Earlier in his career, Lonnie Brooks also performed under the name Guitar Junior.External links:
* http://www.centerstage.net/chicago/music/whoswho/LutherJohnson.html
* http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:i7ge4j370wae~T1