Artist Bio:
Gene McDaniels was an American singer and songwriter who was born on February 12, 1935, in Kansas City, Missouri, and passed away on July 29, 2011, in Kittery, Maine. He began his music career in the 1950s as a member of the doo-wop group The Echoes before embarking on a successful solo career in the 1960s. McDaniels is best known for his hit songs "A Hundred Pounds of Clay" and "Tower of Strength," both of which reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
In addition to his own music career, McDaniels also found success as a songwriter, penning songs for artists such as Roberta Flack and Aretha Franklin. He was known for his smooth vocal delivery and socially conscious lyrics, addressing issues such as racism and civil rights in his music. McDaniels' contributions to the music industry have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered as a talented artist with a powerful voice and a unique perspective.
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