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Samuel Cooke (January 22, 1931 – December 11, 1964), known professionally as Sam Cooke, was an American singer and songwriter. Considered one of the most influential soul artists of all time, Cooke is commonly referred to as the "King of Soul" for his distinctive vocals, pioneering contributions to the genre, and significance in popular music ...
Apr 23, 2022 · On December 11, 1964, Sam Cooke was killed in the office of the Hacienda Motel in El Segundo in what was ruled a "justifiable homicide." Cooke's close friend Etta James didn't believe he'd been killed in a simple case of self-defense.
Directed & Produced by: Hector Sanitizo, Robin Klein, Julian Klein, Mick Gochanour, Video Editor: Andre Murrugarra (C) 2016 ABKCO Music & Records, Inc. Music video by Sam Cooke performing A...
May 28, 2024 · Sam Cooke, American singer, songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur, was a major figure in the history of popular music and one of the most influential Black vocalists of the post-World War II period. His songs ranged from the ethereal ‘You Send Me’ to the anthemic ‘A Change Is Gonna Come.’.
Sam Cooke - (Ain’t That) Good News (Official Lyric Video) 383,124 views 4 years ago. “ (Ain’t That) Good News” by Sam Cooke Composer: Sam Cooke Lyrics: Oh my baby's comin' home tomorrow...
Jun 29, 2014 · Sam Cooke - Greatest Hits. allheavens. 14 videos 1,333,817 views Last updated on Jun 29, 2014. Sam's most memorable songs. Perfection. That man and his voice changed generations of singers....
Jul 30, 2003 · Sam Cooke began his career as a gospel singer, becoming the lead vocalist for the Soul Stirrers, one of the nation's top gospel acts, at age 19. But six years later, Cooke left gospel for...
Jan 23, 2022 · When soul giant Sam Cooke was gunned down at age 33 in downtown Los Angeles, on December 11, 1964, at the Hacienda Motel, it was front-page news all over the U.S. Sam Cooke: Legend , a documentary from ABKCO Films, was reissued on DVD in 2021.
Feb 7, 2019 · Who was Sam Cooke? Cooke was known as “The King of Soul”, but he initially began life singing as part of gospel choirs and one in particular called The Soul Stirrers in 1951.
Jan 19, 2006 · Sunday marks the 75th anniversary of the birth of Sam Cooke, one of the most famous gospel and pop singers in American music history.
