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Sunday 6 April 2014

Carolyn Franklin

Carolyn Ann Franklin (May 13, 1944 – April 25, 1988) 
 

Carolyn Franklin is Aretha Franklin's sister. Thou her career was lukewarm as a solo Artist. She wrote many hits for her sister (Ain't no way, angel, Etc.) and provided background vocals on her major Recordings. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Angel and As long as you are there


  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carolyn_Franklin
Background Information
Birth nameCarolyn Ann Franklin
BornMay 13, 1944
Memphis, TennesseeUSA
OriginDetroit, MichiganUSA
DiedApril 25, 1988 (aged 43)
Bloomfield, MichiganUSA
GenresGospelR&BPopJazz
OccupationsSingersongwriter
InstrumentsPianoVocal
Years active1963–1976, 1980–1988
LabelsDouble L (1963–1964)
RCA Victor (1969–1976)
Atlantic (1967–1970s - Background vocals)
Associated actsAretha FranklinErma Franklin,C.L. FranklinPaul KingJimmy Radcliffe

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