5 Black musicians who died while performing

Francis Akhalbey August 22, 2018

Johnny “Guitar” Watson

Johnny “Guitar” Watson

Known for his flamboyant lifestyle, Johnny “Guitar” Watson was an African-American blues, soul, and funk musician. He died of a heart attack in 1996 while performing in Yokohama, Japan.

Last Edited by:Ismail Akwei Updated: August 22, 2018

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