Al "Carnival Time" Johnson

Al "Carnival Time" Johnson
Johnson performing in New Orleans, 2007
Johnson performing in New Orleans, 2007
Background information
Birth nameAlvin Lee Johnson
Born (1939-06-20) June 20, 1939 (age 85)
OriginNew Orleans, Louisiana, United States
GenresRhythm and blues
OccupationSinger
Instrument(s)Vocals, piano
Years active1954–present
LabelsAladdin, Ric

Al "Carnival Time" Johnson (born June 20, 1939, in New Orleans, Louisiana[1]) is an American singer and piano player best known for the Mardi Gras song "Carnival Time".

  1. ^ Classic Songs of Louisiana "Carnival Time", OffBeat Magazine, February 2007