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American funk/soul/r&b singer.
Born November 5th, 1948 in Gainesville. [ref]
Died September 23rd, 2017 at 68 years old in Brooklyn (stomach cancer). [ref]
On September 23, 2017, Charles Bradley passed away at the age of 68. Charles was born in Gainesville, Florida on November 5, 1948. He was an American funk and soul performer who was highly regarded for his energetic stage presence and passionate sixties-style soul revue. Throughout his life, Charles released four studio albums. His first album, No Time for Dreaming, was released in 2011 and marked the beginning of an incredibly successful musical career for the singer-songwriter. His last album, Changes, was released posthumously in April 2017. Charles’ live performances were critically acclaimed and often praised as mesmerizing and captivating. In addition to performing, he was active in numerous charity organizations, working with organizations such as the Food Bank for NYC, City of Hope, and the American Heart Association. He will be remembered for his incredible music and passion for giving back to others.
Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming “Wow! What a Ride! Hunter S. Thompson