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Maurice Johnson

Born: July 2, 1959

Milwaukee born guitar veteran, Maurice Johnson first gained notice in 1985 shortly after forming the Oklahoma City based, “After Five” band. Considered the young lions of jazz, “After Five” gained a great deal of popularity, sharing the stage with major acts including, George Benson, George Howard, Norman Brown, Nancy Wilson, Al Green, Alex Bungon, Stanley Turrentine, Little Melton, Mary Wright, Ronny Laws, Jennifer Holiday, Freddy Jackson, Larry Coryell, Barney Kessel and many others. In 1991 the group signed with New York label, Warlock Records and released the EXPRESSIONS CD. After a nearly ten-year stint, “After Five” would ultimately disband. As the early 90’s unfolded, Maurice found himself at the helm of a unique industry as co-founder of D’Leco Acoustic Instruments with luthier / partner James W

Peace Love & Jazz

By Maurice Johnson

Label: Jazz Drops Records
Released: 2013
Track listing: In and Out; Hello My Brother; A Taste of the Sun; If You Stand Beside Me; In the City; Let Me Touch Your Life; The Flight to Houston; Some Wine and Conversation; AM Groove; Man.

Maurice Johnson: Peace Love & Jazz

by James Nadal
September 17, 2013

Since forming his band in Oklahoma City in 1985, guitarist Maurice Johnson has carefully carved out a niche in the local jazz scene there and on his release Peace Love & Jazz, he displays the talent, tone, and technique to be a force to reckon with for years to come. The multi-talented Johnson is also a ...

Black Coffee Please

Featuring the music of Maurice Johnson
Duration: 4:39
August 13, 2013

Tonight

By Maurice Johnson

Label: Jazz Drops Records
Released: 0