Johnny carter biography

To Our Generations of Fans and Friends in the Music Industry:

A Special Message from The Dells

In Remembrance of Johnny Carter

(June 2, - August 21, )

 

During his lifetime, Johnny earned unparalleled distinction as the lead tenor of The Dells.  His contributions to music secured him two inductions in the Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame, an induction in the Rhythm and Blues Hall of Fame, numerous other awards, and countless commendations.   His thunderous tenor and multi-octave range earned him many names.  In Jamaica, he is known as the “bird man,” because he could hit notes as high as the tallest tree.   To The Dells and members of the band, he was “Old San Juan” and “Little Big Man,” who often sang soulful melodies about opossums in the gum tree and raccoons on the ground. 

To the music industry, he was the happiest cat around – infectiously good humored.  His radiant smile and impish w