Johnny & the Expressions
Johnny & the Expressions was a group fronted by Johnnie Matthews. They had a hit with "Something I want to Tell You".
Background[edit]
Some sources state that the lead singer was Johnny Wyatt who previously was with Rochell & the Candles.[1][2][3][4] Others say it's Johnny Matthews.[5][6] They recorded for the Josie label.[7]
Career[edit]
In 1965, the group released "Something I Want to Tell You" on the Josie Records label. It was composed by Ralph Meeks. The B side "Where Is The Party" was composed by Johnny Matthews.[8] In its October 30 issue, Billboard reported that "Something I Want to Tell You" was a top DJ pick in San Francisco and Baltimore.[9] For the week ending February 5, 1966, the single was in the Top Sellers in Top Markets chart, 22 In New York, 19 in Philadelphia and 19 in Pittsburgh.[10] The single peaked in the Hot 100 at #79 on December 2, 1966.[11] It also peaked at #14 in the R&B charts.[12]
Later years[edit]
The group was founded by Johnny Matthews, who died on August 25, 2022, after a battle with illness. He was 83 years old.
Discography (USA)[edit]
| Act | Title | Catalogue | Year | Notes # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnny and The Expressions | "Something I Want To Tell You" / "Where Is The Party" | Josie 45-946 | 1965 | |
| Johnny and The Expressions | "Now That You're Mine" / "Shy Girl" | Josie 45-955 | 1966 | |
| Johnny and The Expressions | "Boys And Girls Together" / "Give Me One More Chance" | Josie 45-959 | 1966 | |
| Johnny & The Expressions J. Frank Wilson And The Cavaliers |
"Something I Want To Tell You" / "Last Kiss" | Virgo VO 6001 | 1972 | |
| The Delfonics Johnny And The Expressions |
"He Don't Really Love You" / "Something I Want To Tell You" | Collectables COL 0309 | [13][14] |
References[edit]
- ^ The Virgin Encyclopedia of R&B and Soul, Contributor: Colin Larkin - Page 285
- ^ Encyclopedia of Rhythm & Blues and Doo-Wop Vocal Groups, By Mitch Rosalsky - Page 49 Candles, Rochell & (Los Angeles)
- ^ AllMusic - Rochell & the Candles, Biography
- ^ American Singing Groups: A History from 1940s to Today, By Jay Warner - Page 439 The 1960s, Rochell and the Candles
- ^ Joel Whitburn Presents Top R & B/hip-hop Singles, 1942-2004, Joel Whitburn - Page 301 JOHNNY and THE EXPRESSIONS
- ^ The Billboard Book of Top 40 R & B and Hip-hop Hits, Joel Whitburn - Page 294 JOHNNY and THE EXPRESSIONS
- ^ 45Cat - Johnny And The Expressions - Discography, USA
- ^ 45Cat - Johnny And The Expressions - Discography, USA
- ^ Billboard, October 30, 1965 - Page 57 TOP R&B JOCKEYS' PICK-OF-THE-WEEK
- ^ Billboard, February 5, 1966 - Page 14 Top Sellers in Top Markets
- ^ Billboard - Johnny and The Expressions, Chart History, Hot 100
- ^ Billboard - Johnny and The Expressions, Chart History, Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs
- ^ 45Cat - Johnny And The Expressions - Discography, USA
- ^ Discogs - Johnny & The Expressions, Discography, Singles & EPs