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. Others say it's Johnny Matthews. They recorded for the Josie label.
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. In its October 30 issue, Billboard reported that "Something I Want to Tell You" was a top DJ pick in San Francisco and Baltimore. 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. The single peaked in the Hot 100 at #79 on December 2, 1966. It also peaked at #14 in the R&B charts.
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)
| 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 |
References
- The Virgin Encyclopedia of R&B and Soul, Contributor: Colin Larkin - Page 285
- Encyclopedia of Rhythm & Blues and Doo-Wop Vocal Groups, By Mitch Rosalsky - Page 49 Candles, Rochell & (Los Angeles)
- AllMusic - Rochell & the Candles, Biography
- American Singing Groups: A History from 1940s to Today, By Jay Warner - Page 439 The 1960s, Rochell and the Candles
- Joel Whitburn Presents Top R & B/hip-hop Singles, 1942-2004, Joel Whitburn - Page 301 JOHNNY and THE EXPRESSIONS
- The Billboard Book of Top 40 R & B and Hip-hop Hits, Joel Whitburn - Page 294 JOHNNY and THE EXPRESSIONS
- 45Cat - Johnny And The Expressions - Discography, USA
- 45Cat - Johnny And The Expressions - Discography, USA
- Billboard, October 30, 1965 - Page 57 TOP R&B JOCKEYS' PICK-OF-THE-WEEK
- Billboard, February 5, 1966 - Page 14 Top Sellers in Top Markets
- Billboard - Johnny and The Expressions, Chart History, Hot 100
- Billboard - Johnny and The Expressions, Chart History, Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs
- 45Cat - Johnny And The Expressions - Discography, USA
- Discogs - Johnny & The Expressions, Discography, Singles & EPs