Remembering Otis Redding: How his song hit No. 1 posthumously 58 years ago

One of the most beloved songs in music history reached the top of the charts 58 years ago today. Tragically, the song's ...
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Remembering Otis Redding: How '(Sittin' On) the Dock of the Bay' became a No. 1 hit 58 years ago

The beloved song was also the first posthumous single to reach the top of the American charts.
American Songwriter

How Otis Redding’s “Hard To Handle” Gained Acclaim Years After Its Release

Otis Redding could make even mediocre tracks sound spectacular via the sheer force of his vocal performances. When he latched onto a special song, the effect could be overwhelming. “Hard To Handle” ...
The New York Times

Otis Redding

Thirteen tracks were just the start. Listen to interpretations of the Fab Four via Luther Vandross, Ella Fitzgerald, Sylvester and more. By Lindsay Zoladz An architect of Memphis soul, Cropper made ...