Johnny Alston

R&B saxophonist, band leader and writer of "Ecstacy", "Calypso Daddy" and "Weary Blues". Collaborated with Jeanne Demetz for several years. b.: Mar. 7, 1924 San Bernardino County, CA d.: Sep. 9, 1989 Alameda County, CA For the co-writer of "Hit That Jive, Jack" and "Big Fat Butterfly", please use John Alston. For the East Coast scat singer, tenor saxophonist and member of Floyd Ray’s orchestra please use Johnny Alston (3).