Shotgun" by Junior Walker and the All-Stars is a landmark song in the history of R&B and soul, known for its raw, funky energy and the story behind its creation. A Dance Craze: The song's concept was inspired by a dance called "The Shotgun" that Junior Walker, born Autry DeWalt Jr., witnessed at a club in Michigan. The dance involved people moving as if they were firing a gun. The song's lyrics reference this dance, as well as other popular 1960s dances like "The Jerk" and "The Twine." * An Acci

It was on this day 30 years ago that we farewelled legendary saxophonist Junior Walker. Starting in his own band The Jumping Jacks in 1950s Indiana, Junior was spotted some time later by Motown producer Johnny Bristol in 1961 after Junior had moved across to friend Billy Nicks’ group the Rhythm Rockers. Soon thereafter the band changed names to Jr. Walker & the All Stars. Shotgun (1965) was their first hit, and the one that they became best known for. The group recorded several more hits for Mot