20 March 2010

5 reasons why Otis Redding rules

1. He was one of the best male singers ever. Otis was all about emotions. And was really black. I sometimes think he was so good because he didn't have to breath... ;-)
2. He wrote and produced his songs himself. He really knew what he wanted to achieve... His lyrics were rather simple but very witty and inteligent ;-)
3. His shows were among the best ever. Electrifying, fast and loud: many famous musicians learned from him, especially the Rolling Stones.


Some people call Otis a second coming of Jesus... Tragically lost at the age of 26, he was one of the most important musicians of the 60s. He's still called "the King Of Soul" ;)


4. He had the best band and sound in the land. Backed by wonderful Booker T. & the MG's and the Bar-Kays he sounded mighty. He also often collaborated with Steve Cropper and recorded an album with Carla Thomas.
5. He had the best repertoire of all soul musicians of the 60s. Wherever he went audiences knew every word of every song! "Your One and Only Man" is still one of my favorite songs.

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