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Van McCoy

Van McCoy (1940–1979) was an American record producer, singer and singer-songwriter.

Also recorded as Van Allen Clinton McCoy; Van Allen McCoy.

Van McCoy in brief

Born
1940
Died
1979
Known for
record producer, singer, singer-songwriter, songwriter, conductor, digital piano, composer and musician
Place of birth
Washington and D.C.
Contents

Overview

Recorded at birth as Van Allen Clinton McCoy.

Born at Washington, D.C. in 1940, died at Englewood in 1979.

In detail

Van McCoy studied at Howard University. the recorded working language is English.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are rhythm and blues, contemporary R&B, pop music and disco.

Residence is recorded at Washington, D.C.

Distinctions recorded are Grammy Award for Best Pop Instrumental Performance.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Van McCoy”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1886750: Van McCoy

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