Artist Bio:
Wilson Pickett was an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter born on March 18, 1941, in Prattville, Alabama. He gained fame in the 1960s with hits like "In the Midnight Hour," "Mustang Sally," and "Land of 1000 Dances." Pickett was known for his powerful and energetic vocal delivery, as well as his dynamic stage presence. He was often referred to as the "Wicked Pickett" due to his raw and intense singing style.
Pickett was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 and is considered one of the greatest soul singers of all time. He had a string of hits throughout the 1960s and 1970s and was a significant figure in the development of soul music. Wilson Pickett passed away on January 19, 2006, leaving behind a legacy of influential and timeless music.
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