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One of the most influential soul singers of the 1960s, Otis Redding exemplified to many listeners the power of Southern "deep soul" -- hoarse, gritty vocals, brassy arrangements, and an emotional way with both party tunes and aching ballads. He was also the most consistent exponent of the Stax sound, cutting his records at the Memphis label/studios that did much to update R&B ...more

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  • Otis Blue (Collector's Edition) - 11-track listening party

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  • Try a Little Tenderness
  • Pain in My Heart
  • These Arms of Mine
  • I've Got Dreams to Remember
  • Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa (Sad Song)

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  • The Official Otis Redding Website
  •  OTIS REDDING Pictures + Ringtones
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  • La Pagina Musical De Eniac
  • Otis Redding @ the DocRock Show

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