Born John Robert Smith on December 16, 1933 (in Louisville, KY), formerly known as Johnny Hammond Smith, and later as Johnnny Hammond, one of the all-time best jazz organists passed away on June 4, ...
The CTI jazz catalog holds many surprises. This one features a strong 8-piece band led by organist Johnny Hammond (1933-1997), who was known earlier as Johnny "Hammond" Smith. Recorded in 1971, the ...
Craft Recordings and Jazz Dispensary are proud to announce Johnny Hammond's 1975 funk-jazz masterpiece, Gears, as the latest release from Jazz Dispensary's acclaimed Top Shelf series. Produced by ...