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Friday 6 July 2012

Great Singers: Otis Redding

Otis Ray Redding, Jr. (September 9, 1941 – December 10, 1967)




       The True King of Soul Music, Otis Redding, who Once, in record sales, Out sold Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin combined back in 1967, is the Most Influential Singer of the Soul Genre; his Emotions could be felt in every note and he brought life to Chords and Melodies. It's a pity he was taken so soon before accomplishing all he could. Please take a listen and have the best weekend ever: These arms of mine , That's how strong my love is , I've got dreams to remember , Pain in my heartI've been loving you too long , Try a little Tenderness , Cigarettes and Coffee , Knock on wood ft. Carla Thomas , Respect , Amen , Hard to handle  , I can't turn you loose and Sitting on the dock of the bay


   


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Otis_Redding
Background information
Birth nameOtis Ray Redding, Jr.
Also known asThe Big O
The Mad Man from Macon
Rockhouse Redding
The King of Soul
Born(1941-09-09)September 9, 1941
Dawson, Georgia, U.S.
DiedDecember 10, 1967(1967-12-10) (aged 26)
Madison, Wisconsin, U.S.
GenresSoul, Southern soul, soul blues, Memphis soul
OccupationsSinger-songwriter
InstrumentsVocals, guitar, piano
Years active1960–1967
LabelsStax, Volt, Atco, Rhino, Sundazed
Associated actsThe Upsetters, The Bar-Kays, Carla Thomas

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