Legendary soul singer Otis Redding recorded his first-ever No. 1 hit on Dec, 7, 1967, three days before his death at age 26.

Following Cropper's passing at the age of 84, we explore the songwriting genius behind one of his most beloved collaborations ...

Celebrated guitarist Steve Cropper, who played with Otis Redding, Booker T, and the Blues Brothers, died Dec. 3, 2025, at age ...

Formally launched in 2007— 40 years after Redding’s tragic death— the foundation serves as the umbrella to mentor the next generation of musicians as well as celebrate those who align with Redding’s ...

In the mid 1960s, Otis Redding was on the verge of becoming one of the brightest R&B and soul stars in the industry. His incredible voice and talent as a songwriter helped define the sound of his Stax ...

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - On September 9, 1941, Legendary soul musician Otis Redding was born in Terrell County. Reportedly influenced by his upbringing in the church and by other legends like Little ...

Guitarist Steve Cropper, who left an indelible impression on Memphis soul music as an instrumentalist, producer and ...

Cropper was best known for playing with iconic soul backing band Booker T. & the M.G.'s, and was once named the second ...