Bruce Johnston date of birth:
June 24, 1942
How old is Bruce Johnston?
83
Where was Bruce Johnston born?
Peoria, Illinois
What is Bruce Johnston nationality?
American
What is Bruce Johnston's occupation?
Musician, singer, songwriter
What genre is Bruce Johnston's work?
Rock and roll, baroque pop, Surf rock, Psychedelic Rock, Disco
What instruments does Bruce Johnston play?
Bass guitar, keyboards synthesizers, vocals, saxophone, guitar
Short Biography
Bruce Arthur Johnston (born Benjamin Baldwin on June 27, 1942) is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer best known as a member of the Beach Boys. In 1965, Johnston joined the band for live performances, filling in for the group's co-founder Brian Wilson, who had quit touring in order to spend more time in the studio. Johnston then became a contributing member on subsequent albums. He is also known for his early 1960s collaborations with Terry Melcher as Bruce & Terry and with the surf band the Rip Chords, as well as composing the 1975 Barry Manilow song "I Write the Songs".