Johnny Adams
American blues, jazz and gospel singer (1932-1998) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 66
Laten John Adams Jr., was an American blues, jazz and gospel singer, known as "The Tan Canary" for the multi-octave range of his singing voice, his swooping vocal mannerisms and falsetto. His biggest hits were his versions of "Release Me" and "Reconsider Me" in the late 1960s.
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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1932 to 1998 · aged 66