Jimmy "Flim" Johnson

[JimmyJ]

Oh Lord, I've been YouTubed!  
 
Thanks Dave.  I've had the opportunity to play in a wide variety of musical situations but I have no solo projects as such.  I consider myself a sideman.  If you still want to hear more of my notes tell me what kind of music you like and maybe I can point you to something you might find interesting.
 
thanks,
Jimmy J

[rraymond]

TWO tracks - say it ain't so! LOL  
 
Man, I don't care if it's six tracks, I still think it's a beautiful piece. I'm glad the other guys are still playing; the BBs was a talented bunch.
 
Have fun,
 
Reid

[jacko]

Daveski. Listen to any of James Taylor's later albums - New moonshine, Hourgalss and October road - all feature Jimmy's sublime playing. Also alot of Allan Holdsworth's work features jimmy and has been mentioned, he had a band 'Flim and the BBs' who are well worth listening to - you'll need to order them as imports from the USA as you're unlikely to find them over here.
 
Graeme

[daveski]

Thanks Guys,i shall start my hunt!

[jakebass]

Daveski, to add to Graeme's suggestion I would mention the James Taylor live album. Don Grolnick (sadly passed), Jimmy J, Carlos Vegas (also sadly passed) and Michael Landau make for a very special rhythm section. As live work it's as good as it gets. I love the album and the playing for how totally unselfish it is. James' songs are really beautiful and that band really pay homage to that beauty with sensitive and passionate musicianship.

[jakebass]

Hi again Jimmy,
I've also never really got on with bass amps, I will D.I where possible, full range does an Alembic justice. I see you use wedges, have you ever tried in ear monitoring? also, for wedges would you rely on what is provided by the venue/P.A company?
Jake

[JimmyJ]

Jake,
Yes, I use in-ear monitors when available.  But on smaller tours, when traveling light, I will play through whatever I can find.  The PA is my main amp, what's on stage is mostly just for me.  I don't play extremely loud so this usually works out.  I say usually because there have been a few times when my cunning plan has backfired...  Oh well.
Jimmy J

[pace]

Hi Jimmy,
 
First time caller, long time listener....  
 
For me, threads like this are what the internet is all about.
 
all the best,
-Mike

[keith_h]

Cunning plan. Do I hear Baldrick's voice in there somewhere? LOL
 
Keith

[white_cloud]

Daveski - for some superb Jimmy J playing look no further than Metal fatigue or Secrets by the six string genius Allan Holdsworth. There are not only some supreme bass lines but also some extremely tasteful bass solo's featured!
 
Oh, and yes - you will also get to enjoy some mercurial guitar work from Allan and some awesome drumming from Chad Wackerman!
 
John.

[JimmyJ]

and Vinnie Colaiuta on Secrets...   You guys all know where I've been!  Thanks again for the kind words.
Jimmy J

[white_cloud]

Absolutely Jimmy, Vinnie is excellent! I love Gary Novak too, he is a very tasteful stick man.
 
I really admired Gary and Dave Carpenter as a rythm section..Dave is such a sad loss
 
Do you have any personal favourite Drummers to play with?
 
John.

[JimmyJ]

John,
 
Yes, very sad to lose Carp, such a fixture in the LA jazz scene...  Onward go the rest of us.
 
I have gotten the chance to play with so many great drummers, I truly can't believe my luck.  There is no best, no favorite (I mean favourite).  Beyond school, in the real World, playing is never a competition.  These guys all have strong and unique voices on their instruments and they are all a joy to make music with.
 
Thanks,
Jimmy J

[white_cloud]

Its not down to luck Jimmy!
 
I think ability might well be a factor in your case!
 
Reputations are built from the ability to deliver the goods - reputations lead to opportunities!
 
John.

[JimmyJ]

Thanks John but you're starting to embarrass me...  
 
Yes, I've put in some hours on the instrument in an effort to be prepared for whatever I'm asked to play.  And I've followed my ears on the gear quest to the sound I wanted to make (which is why we are in THIS forum).  But, I have indeed been lucky with regard to timing and opportunity.  
 
There are plenty of talented players out there who either don't get a break or can't wait around long enough for it to come.  As a profession, it's the greatest job there is ... when you're working.  For others, playing music as a second career works better - removing the pressure of doing it to pay the bills without decreasing the joy.  And there are some amazing part-time players and songwriters out there!
 
Pardon the ramble.  I must be on the road.
Thanks again,
Jimmy J