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Johnny Otis — TV Appearance Clips

Rare tv appearance footage of Johnny Otis, curated from across the internet. Browse 1 clip below.

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About Johnny Otis

American bandleader, musician, talent scout, author & label owner. Born December 28, 1921 Vallejo, California, USA. Died January 17, 2012 Alta Dena, California, USA. Father of guitarist [a5493] & drummer [a469449] ([a4176589]). Otis founded the Ultra Records label in 1956 along with Frank Gallo, Eddie Mesner and Leo Mesner. When they discovered another label by that name already existed they chan...

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  • Thumbnail for Big Mama Thornton - 'Hound Dog' live [Colourised] 1965 by Johnny Otis, Memphis Minnie, Big Mama Thornton, Muddy Waters, Lightnin' Hopkins, Johnny Ace, Songwriter, Junior Parker2:35

    Big Mama Thornton - 'Hound Dog' live [Colourised] 1965

    Johnny Otis, Memphis Minnie, Big Mama Thornton, Muddy Waters, Lightnin' Hopkins, Johnny Ace, Songwriter, Junior Parker

    1960sTV AppearanceBackstage
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