The Brothers Johnson, a funk and R&B duo, comprised of brothers George ("Lightnin' Licks") and Louis E. Johnson ("Thunder Thumbs"), significantly influenced the music scene in the late 1970s and early '80s with their tight rhythm and infectious grooves. Emerging from Los Angeles, California, the pair initially honed their musical skills as session musicians, working with industry heavyweights like Billy Preston, Quincy Jones, and Bobby Womack.

Their breakthrough came with Quincy Jones producing their debut album "Look Out for #1," which launched them into stardom in 1976. The Brothers Johnson are possibly best known for hits such as "Strawberry Letter 23," "Stomp!," and "I'll Be Good to You." Over the course of their career, they scored a number of chart-topping singles and have been recognized for their exceptional bass and guitar work, particularly Louis Johnson's innovative slap-bass technique that influenced generations of bass players. Though their active periods saw intermittent breaks, The Brothers Johnson's impact on funk and R&B has been enduring, as evidenced by their continued releases and remixes of classic tracks that have resonated with old fans and captivated new audiences.

Genres

Classic Soul

Disco

Funk

Jazz Funk

P Funk

Post-disco

Quiet Storm

Soul

Related Artists

Earth, Wind & Fire

The Isley Brothers

CHIC

Michael Jackson

Rick James

Con Funk Shun

Slave

Prince

Kool & The Gang

Chaka Khan

Bootsy Collins

The Jacksons

Latest Release

Stomp! (Re-Recorded - Sped Up)

The Brothers Johnson

Single - Released April 10, 2023