The Legendary Voice of Soul Music

September 28, 2020 

It's the birth anniversary of the legendary soul singer Ben E King. One of his biggest hits 'Stand by me' was  released in 1961. King began singing in a choir and later recorded a string of soul hits as well as doo wop tunes as a solo artist and with his group The Drifters.

It's amazing to see how a music artist changes with time. From smashing hits to legendary performances, Ben E King's tremendous success and contribution to music is applaudable.

 

Ben E King's music will always have a special place in our music archives. 

Here are two recordings of Stand By Me by Ben E King; one performed in the sixties and the other in 2007.