Jimmy "Flim" Johnson

[muller1007]

Hi Jimmy,
 
On March 31st I'm coming to see you play with Mr. Taylor at Theatre Carre in Amsterdam. We have great seats and that venue is really fantastic, so we're in for a treat. It's been some time ago since I've seen you play, 2012 with JT and before that with Allan and Gary in Zoetermeer in '09. That last one was one of the best concerts I've ever been to. The synergy of that trio was truly  magical! I'm really looking forward to the JT concert. I hope the Alembic bass will be nicely present in the sound
 
If it's not too much trouble for you, is there any whatever way we can briefly meet up and say hello before the show? I wouldn't mind getting there early.
 
Thanks!  
Duncan

[JimmyJ]

Hey Duncan,
 
Thanks for the note and the kind words about that Zoetermeer gig.  Needless to say, playing with Allan and Gary together has always been a blast for me.
 
And since you've already heard me in my alternate musical Universe you know what to expect at a JT concert.  A different musical experience altogether but still a blast for me.  We have a good sound guy so I think the bass will be well represented.
 
Let me know where you are seated at the Carr? and I may be able to come find you before the show.  Itinerary says 8pm start and there's no opening act.
 
Thanks,
Jimmy J

[bigredbass]

Jimmy, was so sorry to hear about the (unfortunately not un-expected) passing of Mike Porcaro over the weekend.  I knew you'd played with Jeff, and wondered if you knew Mike very well, and did he do a lot of session work in his day away from Toto?
 
Joey

[JimmyJ]

Hey Joey,
 
Unfortunate is right.  I didn't know Mike very well but he was certainly a fixture on the LA music scene.  Especially among the locals which included his whole family, Lukather, Carlos Vega, Landau...  It mostly hurts to think about their dad Joe who is still an active studio drummer and percussionist.  I can't even imagine...
 
So far I'd have to say that losing friends and family is my biggest complaint about getting old.
 
But on we go, all ahead full.
Jimmy J

[bigredbass]

I'd agree; sometimes I think of everyone I've lost and almost get 'survivor's grief', and it certainly is my #1 regret about living this long.  It is for us the living to honor their memory and carry on, they would tell us no less.
 
Joey

[dadabass2001]

Well said Joey. +1
 
Mike

[muller1007]

Hi Jimmy,
 
That would be really nice!  
We will be at our seats right after doors open, which is 7:30pm according to Carr?. We'll be sitting at Parterre right (first ring around stalls) first row, seats 38 & 40.
 
Thanks!
Duncan

[JimmyJ]

OK Duncan, I'll see if I can find you for a quick chat before the music starts.  My book says doors at 7 but your info may be more accurate...
 
Seeya,
Jimmy J

[eddievig]

 
 
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[eddievig]

 
 
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[eddievig]

Jimmy,
 
My daughter put together a poster with her 99 favorite artists for those times when she could use some inspiration...Alphabetically, that puts you between Elton John and Tom Jones!
 
Jaco, McCartney, and Michael League are also in there representing the low end...I am finally convinced that I did something right as her dad
 
Best,
 
Ed V
 
 
 

[JimmyJ]

Oh Ed, that is funny!  I'm honored to be a sideman among her list of actual Artists.  Ha!  And in a good spot between those two.  
 
I guess I would be hard-pressed to come up with 99 of my favorite anythings.  
 
Good stuff.
Jimmy J

[jalevinemd]

Jimmy,
 
Here's a few to get you started:
 
Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens
Bright copper kettles and warm woollen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
 
Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
 
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver white winters that melt into springs

[jacko]

Jonathon. You're surely not suggesting Julie Andrews couldn't punctuate ?  :-)
 
Graeme

[muller1007]

Jimmy,
 
I called Carr? to make sure: theatre opens at 07.00pm, doors to the stage usually open between 07.15 and 07.30, as soon as everything is ready to go. Hope to see you there.
 
Btw: just bought my tickets to Steve Gadd's 70-Strong tour at the Boerderij!! That's definately something fun to look forward to!
 
Enjoy Amsterdam! (despite the weather)
 
Duncan