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Clyde McPhatter

Clyde Lensley McPhatter (November 15, 1932 – June 13, 1972) was an American rhythm and blues, soul, and rock and roll singer. He was one of the most widely imitated R&B singers of the 1950s and early 1960s and was a key figure in the shaping of doo-wop and R&B.

McPhatter's high-pitched tenor voice was steeped in the gospel music he sang in much of his early life. He was the lead tenor of t…

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Type
Person
Area
United States
Born
November 15th, 1932
Died
June 13th, 1972
Genres
Labels
Atlantic
Decca Records
Mercury Records
King Records
Quality
Last updated: May 5th, 2016

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