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| Background information | |
| Birth name | John Joseph Burnette |
| Born | March 25, 1934 Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Died | August 14, 1964 (aged 30) Clear Lake, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Rockabilly, rock and roll |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instruments | Vocals, acoustic guitar |
| Years active | 1952–1964 |
| Labels | Capitol, Charly, Sahara, Liberty |
John Joseph Burnette (March 25, 1934 – August 14, 1964) was an American singer and songwriter of rockabilly and pop music.[1] In 1952, Johnny, his brother, Dorsey Burnette, and their mutual friend Paul Burlison, formed the band that became known as the Rock and Roll Trio.[2] His career was cut short on August 14, 1964, when he drowned following a boat accident, aged 30.
He is the father of 1980s rockabilly singer Rocky Burnette.
- ^ Cite error: The named reference
The Book of Golden Discswas invoked but never defined (see the help page). - ^ Colin Larkin, ed. (1997). The Virgin Encyclopedia of Popular Music (Concise ed.). Virgin Books. pp. 203/4. ISBN 1-85227-745-9.