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Probably one of the most influential spirit singers from the 1960s, Otis Redding exemplified to numerous listeners the energy of Southern “deep spirit” — hoarse, gritty vocals, brassy plans, and an emotional method with both party music and aching ballads. He was also probably the most constant exponent from the …

Within the glorious decade . 5 of sound which was Stax within the ’60s and early ’70s, Carla Thomas was the Queen of Memphis Spirit. She was created in Memphis in 1942, and 18 years later on she documented a duet with her dad Rufus Thomas, providing the fledgling Satellite …