On this day in 1931 singer/songwriter Sam Cooke was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Mr. Cooke became one of the pioneers of Soul Music, with his unique blend of Gospel and Rhythm & Blues, leading to 29 top-40 hits between 1957 and 1964. But Sam did more than just sing though, he started his own record label and publishing company (one of the first black entertainers to do so) and took on an active role in the American Civil Rights Movement. Sadly Sam Cooke was murdered in 1964 at the young age of 33, but his beautiful voice and music can still be heard on Oldies stations round the world.
AMERICAN MASTERS | Sam Cooke: Crossing Over | PBS:
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