Wess: Biography, Facts and Career
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Wesley Johnson (August 13, 1945 – September 21, 2009), known by his stage name Wess, was an American-born Italian singer and bass guitarist, perhaps mostly known for representing Italy along with Dori Ghezzi at the Eurovision Song Contest 1975 in Stockholm, Sweden, placing third with the song "Era". Originally from North Carolina, Wess moved to Italy in the 1960s in pursuit of a musical career. He formed a successful duo with Ghezzi and achieved some hits in Italy, such as "Voglio stare con te", "Come stai? Con chi sei?" and "Un corpo e un'anima". Wess also was a singer and played bass guitar for the soul-funk band Wess & The Airedales in the 1960s and early 1970s.
Quick facts about Wess
- Full name: Wess
- Born: 1945-08-13
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q556477
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Who is Wess?
Wesley Johnson (August 13, 1945 – September 21, 2009), known by his stage name Wess, was an American-born Italian singer and bass guitarist, perhaps mostly known for representing Italy along with Dori Ghezzi at the Eurovision Song Contest 1975 in Stockholm, Sweden, placing third with the song "Era". Originally from North Carolina, Wess moved to Italy in the 1960s in pursuit of a musical career.
What nationality is Wess?
Wess is United States.
When was Wess born?
Wess was born on 1945-08-13.
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