Musician Johnny Otis dies aged 90

devilincarnate · 20-01-2012, 16:36

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Johnny Otis, dubbed the "godfather of rhythm and blues", has died aged 90.

The bandleader, who had been unwell for several years, passed away at his home in Los Angeles, his manager said.

Best known for the track Willie and the Hand Jive, he also wrote Every Beat of My Heart, a hit for Gladys Knight and the Pips in 1961.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-16645161

RIP

denphone · 20-01-2012, 16:39

Another great artist whose work will forever live on.

RIP Johnny

Mick Fisher · 21-01-2012, 13:37

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Originally Posted by denphone

Another great artist whose work will forever live on.

RIP Johnny

What he said.