Johnny Thunders
Johnny Thunders Background information Birth name John Anthony Genzale, Jr Born (1952-07-15)July 15, 1952 Queens, New York Died April 23, 1991(1991-04-23) (aged 38) New Orleans, Louisiana Genres Rock and roll, punk rock, glam rock, glam punk, rhythm and blues, protopunk Occupation(s) Singer, songwriter, guitarist Instruments Guitar, bass guitar Associated acts New York Dolls, The Heartbreakers Notable instruments Gibson Les Paul Junior Gibson Les Paul Special Johnny Thunders (July 15, 1952 – April 23, 1991), born John Anthony Genzale, Jr., was an American rock and roll/punk rock guitarist, singer and songwriter. He came to prominence in the early 1970s as a member of the New York Dolls. He later played with The Heartbreakers and as a solo artist.