Smokey Johnson | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Joseph Johnson Jr. |
| Born | November 14, 1936 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | October 6, 2015 (aged 78) New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz, funk, blues, soul, R&B |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument | Drums |
| Years active | 1953–1993 |
Joseph "Smokey" Johnson Jr. (November 14, 1936 – October 6, 2015) was an American drummer. He was one of the musicians, session players, and songwriters who served as the backbone for New Orleans' output of jazz, funk, blues, soul, and R&B music.