Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Otis Redding (1941 1967)
A short but informative article on one of Georgia's most influential soul musicians. Best known for his ballad "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay", Otis Redding was killed in a plane crash before the song was even released.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Al Green
Gifted 1970s soul singer, Al Green, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995. After a rewarding R&B singing career, he became a Reverend in 1976 and moved to gospel music.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Little Willie John
Read some interesting biographical facts on the great R & B singer, Little Willie John, a 1996 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, recommended reading list, and essential songs.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Otis Redding
Although he recorded for only four years, Otis Redding left a commanding mark on the soul music industry and helped shape the sound of the sixties. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Smokey Robinson
Uncover many fascinating facts about the life of singer, songwriter, producer and talent scout, Smokey Robinson who was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1987. He had 27 Top Forty hits!
John F. Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center: Smokey Robinson
Read enlightening biographical details on the life and career of Motown singing star, Smokey Robinson, whose music has been described as "poetry".
Classical Bands
Classicbands: Smokey Robinson
Read biographical information and interesting facts about famous Motown legend, Smokey Robinson, award winning soul singer and songwriter.
Classical Bands
Classicbands: Otis Redding
Read about the life of Otis Redding, the legendary soul singer who was killed in an airplane crash in 1967.
Classical Bands
Classicbands: Sam Cooke
Learn more about the "soulful" life of gospel-pop singer Sam Cooke (1931-1965), one of the first inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Luther Vandross
Summarizes the life and career of Luther Vandross, an American soul and pop singer, songwriter, and producer whose widespread popularity and reputation as a consummate stylist began in the early 1980s.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Ike Turner
Biographical account of Ike Turner, the American rhythm-and-blues and soul performer, and producer who was best known for his work with Tina Turner.