King Curtis

King Curtis (1934–1971) was an American bandleader, conductor and singer.

Also recorded as Curtis Ousley; Curtis Montgomery.

King Curtis in brief

Born: 1934
Died: 1971
Known for: bandleader,conductor,singer,saxophonist,record producer,musician
Place of birth: Fort Worth

Overview

Recorded at birth as Curtis Ousley.

Born at Fort Worth in 1934, died at Manhattan in 1971.

In detail

King Curtis studied at I.M. Terrell High School. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is jazz, soul and rock and roll. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are soul and rhythm and blues.

Distinctions recorded are Grammy Awards and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia
“King Curtis”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata
Wikidata, structured authority record Q1345099: King Curtis
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