Did Johnny ever run into “fans” from his Mr. Bass Man days?
Johnny was probably the most affable star I’ve ever known. Whenever someone recognized him or his name, he would take time to talk with them, sign autographs, take pictures, whatever they wanted. Q. What did Johnny like to listen to – was there a songwriter he admired? Both Johnny and I, and George for that matter, really loved country rock as well as acts like Van Morrison, The Doors, Ronstadt, Dirt Band and a lot of acts that we’d go to see at the Whiskey and the Troubador and a few other clubs. He loved rhythmic music. John loved great, well crafted songs! As far as movies went, the only time any of us had to go to movies was when we’d take a break from the studio (I think it was called Continental) around 3 a.m. each night, and sometimes go to the World Theater close by and see whatever they were showing. Q. I know about Carol Cymbal, his first wife. But I get the impression he only was with her for a few years. Who else did he date; were there any other long-term relationships in
