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

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

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

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)

Singles
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

  1. ^ The Virgin Encyclopedia of R&B and Soul, Contributor: Colin Larkin - Page 285
  2. ^ Encyclopedia of Rhythm & Blues and Doo-Wop Vocal Groups, By Mitch Rosalsky - Page 49 Candles, Rochell & (Los Angeles)
  3. ^ AllMusic - Rochell & the Candles, Biography
  4. ^ American Singing Groups: A History from 1940s to Today, By Jay Warner - Page 439 The 1960s, Rochell and the Candles
  5. ^ Joel Whitburn Presents Top R & B/hip-hop Singles, 1942-2004, Joel Whitburn - Page 301 JOHNNY and THE EXPRESSIONS
  6. ^ The Billboard Book of Top 40 R & B and Hip-hop Hits, Joel Whitburn - Page 294 JOHNNY and THE EXPRESSIONS
  7. ^ 45Cat - Johnny And The Expressions - Discography, USA
  8. ^ 45Cat - Johnny And The Expressions - Discography, USA
  9. ^ Billboard, October 30, 1965 - Page 57 TOP R&B JOCKEYS' PICK-OF-THE-WEEK
  10. ^ Billboard, February 5, 1966 - Page 14 Top Sellers in Top Markets
  11. ^ Billboard - Johnny and The Expressions, Chart History, Hot 100
  12. ^ Billboard - Johnny and The Expressions, Chart History, Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs
  13. ^ 45Cat - Johnny And The Expressions - Discography, USA
  14. ^ Discogs - Johnny & The Expressions, Discography, Singles & EPs