Rufus Thomas died this day in 2001

Rufus Thomas, a R&B/Blues/Funk singer, died this day in 2001.  He recorded for Sun Records in the 50's and Stax in the 60's and 70's.  He had a wild and fun style like no other.  His earliest hit at Sun was "Bear Cat" which was an "answer" to Big Mama Thornton's "Hound Dog".  Despite it's success, the label was sued for copyright infringement.  At Stax, he was known for songs like "Walking The Dog", "Do The Funky Chicken" and "Do The Push and Pull".  Here's some videos to enjoy his unique style...

"Bear Cat"

"Walking The Dog"

interview

Rolling Stone premieres Dion's new single "I Read It (In The Rolling Stone)"

Rolling Stone magazine is premiering Dion's latest single "I Read It (In The Rolling Stone)" from his upcoming Tank Full Of Blues (available January 24th) and you can hear it at this link:

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/exclusive-premiere-dions-bluesy-i-read-it-in-the-rolling-stone-20111213

In case you missed his recent interview on this site, check it out in full HERE.

Elvis tops UK charts with "Return To Sender" this day in 1962

"Return To Sender" hit the top of the UK singles charts in 1962 and marked his 13th UK #1.  Enjoy this classic from the King...

Sam Cooke dies this day in 1964

Sam Cooke died this day in 1964 in Los Angeles.  Cooke is one of the true pioneers of soul music as well as showing his diversity on Pop, Gospel and R&B.  Cooke's smooth vocals and style still sound fresh today.  Enjoy some of his biggest hits here...

"You Send Me"

"A Change Is Gonna Come"

"Bring It On Home To Me"

"Another Saturday Night"

"Cupid"