Bob Sirott talks with R&B legend Gene Chandler
Singer and music producer Gene Chandler joins Bob Sirott to discuss what he remembers about the “Duke of Earl” recording session, where he got the idea for his “Duke” persona, and his experiences as a performer, producer, and manager. He also talked about his retirement from the stage, some exciting moments from his career, and what it would mean to be inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Website: https://wgnradio.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/wgnradiovideo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wgnradio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wgnradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/wgnradio LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wgn-radio/
About Gene Chandler
Gene Chandler (born Eugene Drake Dixon; July 6, 1940) is an American singer, songwriter, music producer, and record-label executive. Chandler is nicknamed "the Duke of Earl" or, simply, "the Duke." He is best known for his most successful songs, "Duke of Earl" and "Groovy Situation", and his association with the Dukays, the Impressions, and Curtis Mayfield. Chandler is a Grammy Hall of Fame inductee and a recipient of the Rhythm and Blues Foundation's Pioneer Award. He is one of the few singers ...
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