Jean-Jacques Burnel
Jean-Jacques "JJ" Burnel (born 21 February 1952 in Notting Hill, London) is a Franco-English musician, producer and songwriter, best known as the bass guitarist with the English rock band The Stranglers. He is known for his debut song 5 Minutes in 1978, it tells the story of 5 guys invading his flat in 1977.
Jean-Jacques "JJ" Burnel | |
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 With the Stranglers, Chicago 2013 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Jean-Jacques Burnel |
| Born | 21 February 1952 Notting Hill, London, England |
| Origin | Guildford, England |
| Genres | Rock, punk rock, new wave, post-punk, folk |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, singer-songwriter, producer |
| Instruments | Bass guitar, guitar, vocals |
| Years active | 1974–present |
| Associated acts | The Stranglers |
Jean-Jacques Burnel Media
Jean Jacques (left) performing in 1979 on The Raven tour with his Black Fender Precision
