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The Life and Music of Sonny Charles

Introduction to Sonny Charles Born Charles Hemphill in 1940 in Indiana, Sonny Charles is an American soul singer. He was a former lead vocalist of the soul band Checkmates, LTD. They recorded a single called “Black Pearl,” which was co-written with the genius Phil Spector; it went to the Top 10 R&B … Read more

Classic Rock Profiles: Introduction to Steve Miller Band

Steve Miller’s early life and formation of his own band Steve Miller was born on October 5, 1943 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His pathologist father was also a music buff, most especially jazz music. His dad’s friends Les Paul and wife/music partner Mary Ford frequently visited the Miller home. It was Les Paul … Read more