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Etta James, original name Jamesetta Hawkins, (born January 25, 1938, Los Angeles, California, U.S.—died January 20, 2012, Riverside, California), popular American rhythm-and-blues entertainer who in...

The Sound of Philadelphia in the 1970s was the bridge between Memphis soul and international disco and between Detroit pop and Hi-NRG (high energy; the...

Isaac Hayes was a multi-talented artist known for his contributions to the music industry as a singer, songwriter, and producer. Born on August 20, 1942,...

Wilson Pickett was an influential figure in the world of soul music, whose powerful voice and dynamic stage presence left an indelible mark on the...

Aretha Franklin, often referred to as the “Queen of Soul,” was an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. Born on March 25, 1942, in Memphis, Tennessee,...

Sam and Dave, American vocal duo who were among the most popular performers of soul music in the late 1960s and whose gritty, a gospel-drenched...

Booker T. and the MG’s were among the most accomplished instrumental ensembles in soul music during the 1960s, leaving an indelible mark on the genre...

Sam Cooke, born on January 22, 1931, was an American singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur who left an indelible mark on the music industry. With his...

Benny Carter, byname of Bennett Lester Carter, (born August 8, 1907, New York, New York, U.S.—died July 12, 2003, Los Angeles, California), American jazz musician,...

The Isley Brothers are an American rhythm-and-blues and rock band that has left an indelible mark on the music industry. Formed in the late 1950s,...