One-Hit Wonders: Johnny Thunder
- 7:19 AM — Jul 18 —
- Source: WNEW
Not to be confused with the comic book character Johnny Thunder or the New York Dolls ' guitarist Johnny Thunder(s), the One Hit Wonder Johnny Thunder was a Florida-born singer who made his way as a harmony guy before scoring his one hit single, "Loop De Loop." After migrating from Florida to New York — and spending a few months as a member of the Drifters — Johnny Thunder met producer Teddy Vann during a session where Thunder was singing backup. Read More
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Johnny Thunder
Biography
In 1963, Johnny Thunder, born Gil Hamilton, scored the only hit of his career. "Loop de Loop" was essentially a nursery rhyme... Read the full Johnny Thunder bio.
Johnny Thunder



