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Andrew Jr. Boy first toured with Freddie King’s Thunderbird band in 1966. Later, Andrew Jr. Boy became part of Bobby Patterson’s Mustang band, which included performances on Patterson's single releases. In 1973, Jones re-joined King's backing ensemble and played with him until King died in 1976. His 1979 single, "Blame It on Me", was hugely successful in Canada and the UK. Andrew Jr. Boy performed locally during the early 1980s, backing R.L. Griffin and Hal Harris, before finding regular work with the legendary Johnnie Taylor. In 1988, he joined Katie Webster on her iconic 1988 Swamp Boogie Queen album, and for ten years, he backed Charlie Musselwhite both in live performances and on his albums.
In 1997, Jones issued his debut solo album, I Need Time, via ISP Records. This was followed by Watch What You Say (Rounder Records), Jr. Boy Live and Gettin' Real.
1993 In My Time - GRAMMY NOMINEE (ALLIGATOR RECORDS)
1991 Signature - GRAMMY NOMINEE (ALLIGATOR RECORDS)
1990 Ace Of Harps - GRAMMY NOMINEE (ALLIGATOR RECORDS)
Guitar and Vocals - Andrew Jr. Boy Jones
On keys, Jim Lancaster
Bass Guitar, Chris Jones
Drums and vocals, Tommy the thrill Hill
Vocals - Kerrie Jones
Sponsored by the Friends of the Allen Public Library as part of the Allen Public Library’s 2026 Black History month celebration.. Call 214-509-4911 for additional information.
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Andrew Jr. Boy first toured with Freddie King’s Thunderbird band in 1966. Later, Andrew Jr. Boy became part of Bobby Patterson’s Mustang band, which included performances on Patterson's single releases. In 1973, Jones re-joined King's backing ensemble and played with him until King died in 1976. His 1979 single, "Blame It on Me", was hugely successful in Canada and the UK. Andrew Jr. Boy performed locally during the early 1980s, backing R.L. Griffin and Hal Harris, before finding regular work with the legendary Johnnie Taylor. In 1988, he joined Katie Webster on her iconic 1988 Swamp Boogie Queen album, and for ten years, he backed Charlie Musselwhite both in live performances and on his albums.
In 1997, Jones issued his debut solo album, I Need Time, via ISP Records. This was followed by Watch What You Say (Rounder Records), Jr. Boy Live and Gettin' Real.
1993 In My Time - GRAMMY NOMINEE (ALLIGATOR RECORDS)
1991 Signature - GRAMMY NOMINEE (ALLIGATOR RECORDS)
1990 Ace Of Harps - GRAMMY NOMINEE (ALLIGATOR RECORDS)
Guitar and Vocals - Andrew Jr. Boy Jones
On keys, Jim Lancaster
Bass Guitar, Chris Jones
Drums and vocals, Tommy the thrill Hill
Vocals - Kerrie Jones
Sponsored by the Friends of the Allen Public Library as part of the Allen Public Library’s 2026 Black History month celebration.. Call 214-509-4911 for additional information.
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AppleTV tinyurl.com/3k8tyc6n
Amazon Fire TV tinyurl.com/brnfsuz4
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Like us: facebook.com/CityofAllen
Follow us: instagram.com/cityofallentx
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