Artist Bio:
Gene Chandler, born Eugene Dixon on July 6, 1937, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer known for his success in the 1960s and 1970s. He is best known for his hit song "Duke of Earl," which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1962. The song was one of the early examples of the genre known as "Chicago soul" and established Chandler as a prominent figure in the music industry.
Chandler continued to release music throughout the 1960s and 1970s, with several of his songs reaching the top 40 on the charts. He had a successful career as a recording artist and performer, and is considered a pioneer of soul music. Chandler was inducted into the Rhythm and Blues Music Hall of Fame in 2015 in recognition of his contributions to the genre.
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