Johnny Carter | |
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Birth name | John E. Carter |
Born | June 2, 1934 |
Died | August 21, 2009 | (aged 75)
Genres | Rhythm and blues, Doo-wop |
Instruments | Singer |
Years active | 1960–2009 |
Associated acts | The Flamingos, The Dells |
Johnny Carter (June 2, 1934 – August 21, 2009[1]) was an American doo-wop and R&B singer. He was a founding member of The Flamingos and a member of The Dells. Both groups have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, making Carter one of the few multiple inductees.[2] He joined The Dells as a replacement for Johnny Funches in 1960 and remained an active member of the group until his death.[1]