Johnny Thunders Musical artist

Johnny Thunders (July 15, 1952 – April 23, 1991), born John Anthony Genzale, Jr., was an American rock and roll/punk rock guitarist, singer and songwriter. He came to prominence in the early 1970s as a member of the New York Dolls. He later played with The Heartbreakers and as a solo artist.

Personal facts

Alias (AKA)	Genzale John Anthony Jr
Birth date	July 15, 1952
Birth place	Queens , New York
Date of death	April 23, 1991
Place of death	Louisiana , New Orleans

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associated musical artist	The Heartbreakers New York Dolls
Background	Solo singer
genre	Punk rock Rhythm and blues Rock and roll Glam rock Glam punk Protopunk
instrument	Bass guitar Guitar Gibson Les Paul Junior Gibson Les Paul Special