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Monday 18 November 2013

Tribute Mondays: Percy Mayfield

Percy Mayfield (August 12, 1920 – August 11, 1984) 


  Singer/Songwriter, Percy Mayfield, wrote and recorded prominent hits, that has become standards and career defining moments for some Artiste. His legacy is almost hidden from music fans and he died in poverty. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Mayfield, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here to his original compositions and have an exciting Monday: Hit the road Jack , Two years of torture , Strange things happening , Lost love , What a fool I was and Please send me someone to love

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Percy_Mayfield 
Background Information
BornAugust 12, 1920
OriginMindenWebster Parish,LouisianaUSA
DiedAugust 11, 1984 (aged 63)
California
GenresRhythm and blues
OccupationsSinger-songwriter
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1947-1960s
LabelsSpecialtyChessImperial
Associated actsRay CharlesCharles Brown

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