Kirk Johnson
Actor
Drummer… Producer… Performer… Dancer… All of these words accurately describe Kirk Johnson and his accomplishments in the entertainment field.
As an active member of Paisley Park Studios since 1990, Kirk was involved in almost all aspects of Prince's musical journey from the 90's. Starting as a dancer and choreographer for NPG, Kirk soon moved over to the production side in 1993. During this time, he also created Kitchen Records in which to record his own music and artists such as Walter Chancellor, Jr, and Fonky Bald Heads.
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It wasn't until 1996 that he took over the drumchair for Prince and appeared on releases such as Diamonds and Pearls (percussion), The Gold Experience (programming), Symbol, Chaos & Disorder, Emancipation (drums/production), Rave Un2 the Joy Fantastic, and The Vault: Old Friends 4 Sale.
He has also co-written/produced for multiple artists projects including Chaka Khan; Larry Grahm, Boyz II Men, Jevetta Steel, El DeBarge, Monie Love, Tevin Campbell, Rosie Gaines, Mavis Staples, Nona Gaye, The Donz, Najee, and many more.
Known for
Graffiti Bridge
November 2, 1990
Prince: Rave Un2 the Year 2000
December 31, 1999
Prince and the N.P.G.: Diamonds and Pearls Video Collection
October 6, 1992
Prince & The New Power Generation: Live at Glam Slam
January 11, 1992
Prince in Japan '90
August 31, 1990
Prince: The Sacrifice Of Victor
September 8, 1994
Prince and the New Power Generation: Gett Off
September 10, 1991
Prince: Beautiful Strange
August 28, 1998
Prince: The Ryde Dyvine
December 19, 1992
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- 1999Prince: Rave Un2 the Year 2000
- 1998Prince: Beautiful Strange as Self
- 1994Prince: The Sacrifice Of Victor
- 1992Prince: The Ryde Dyvine
- 1992Prince and the N.P.G.: Diamonds and Pearls Video Collection
- 1992Prince & The New Power Generation: Live at Glam Slam as Self
- 1991Prince and the New Power Generation: Gett Off
- 1990Graffiti Bridge as Kid's Band
- 1990Prince in Japan '90