Jellybean Johnson, founding member of Prince’s band The Time and architect of the Minneapolis Sound, has died at 69. Jellybean Johnson, miembro fundador de la banda de Prince The Time y arquitecto del sonido de Minneapolis, ha fallecido a los 69 años.

Garry George Johnson, known as Jellybean Johnson, a founding member of Prince’s band The Time and a key architect of the Minneapolis Sound, has died at 69. Garry George Johnson, conocido como Jellybean Johnson, miembro fundador de la banda de Prince The Time y un arquitecto clave del sonido de Minneapolis, ha fallecido a los 69 años. The drummer and guitarist, who played on hits like “777-9311” and appeared in "Purple Rain", collaborated with artists including Janet Jackson, Patti LaBelle, and Rihanna, and co-produced Jackson’s “Black Cat.” He also co-founded the Minneapolis Sound Museum and mentored emerging musicians. El baterista y guitarrista, que tocó en éxitos como 777-9311 y apareció en "Purple Rain", colaboró con artistas como Janet Jackson, Patti LaBelle y Rihanna, y coprodujo Jackson's Black Cat. También fue cofundador del Minneapolis Sound Museum y mentor de músicos emergentes. Tributes from Sheila E., Susannah Melvoin, and others highlighted his talent, kindness, and lasting influence. Los homenajes de Sheila E., Susannah Melvoin, y otros destacaron su talento, amabilidad e influencia duradera. The cause of death has not been disclosed. La causa de muerte no ha sido revelada.