Died On This Date (March 5, 1982) John Belushi / The Blues Brothers
John Belushi January 24, 1949 – March 5, 1982 For all intents and purposes, John Belushi had two successful, yet brief careers. Belushi skyrocketed to fame thanks to his amazing comedic abilities that...
View ArticleDied On This Date (October 10, 2010) Solomon Burke / Pioneering Soul, Blues &...
Solomon Burke March 21, 1940 – October 10, 2010 Solomon Burke was a beloved and influential singer-songwriter who built a sizable following due to his powerful gospel, soul, and blues voice. Burke ‘s...
View ArticleDied On This Date (June 8, 2011) Alan Rubin / Mr. Fabulous; The Blues...
Alan Rubin February 11, 1943 – June 8, 2011 Alan Rubin as an American trumpet player who was commonly referred to as Mr. Fabulous. A gifted musician since childhood, Rubin started at the esteemed...
View ArticleDied On This Date (May 13, 2012) Donald “Duck” Dunn / Booker T. & The MG’s
Donald “Duck” Dunn November 24, 1941 – May 13, 2012 As the house bassist for Stax Records throughout the ’60s and ’70s, Donald “Duck” Dunn provided the unmistakable bottom-end for countless soul and...
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