Otis Redding
Otis Redding was an influential American singer, songwriter, and record producer, often regarded as one of the greatest voices in the history of soul music. Born on September 9, 1941, in Dawson, Georgia, Redding rose to fame in the 1960s with hits like 'Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay,' 'Try a Little Tenderness,' and 'Respect.' His powerful and emotive vocal style, combined with heartfelt lyrics, helped define the soul genre and influenced countless artists. Tragically, Redding's life was cut short in a plane crash in 1967 at the age of 26, but his music continues to resonate and inspire new generations.
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Recent news mentions
This is still the best way to hear Otis Redding live.
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United Kingdom· 2026-01-15
Otis Redding is known for his iconic rendition of '(Sittin' on) the dock of the bay', a song written by Steve Cropper.
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Portugal· 2025-12-04
Otis Redding is mentioned as another inspiration for the band BSM.
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San Marino· 2025-11-28
Michael Kiwanuka's music evokes the souls of deceased black giants like Otis Redding.
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Croatia· 2025-06-28
Otis Redding was a soul star whose death in 1967 led Sly Stone to take on the legacy of soul music.
zum Tod des Funk-Pioniers und Multikulti-Propheten
Switzerland· 2025-06-10
Otis Redding is the original artist of the song 'Respect' chosen by Scholz for his farewell.
Olaf Scholz wünscht Respekt – und versucht sein Erbe zu rettenSwitzerland· 2025-05-05
Otis Redding's expressive singing influenced Riccardo Cocciante's style.
Cocciante: «Margherita? Il nome mi ricordava una lavatrice. Avevo il complesso della statura. Mi obbligarono a cambiare il testo di 'Bella senz’anima'»
Italy· 2025-02-28
Butler was an inspired songwriter who collaborated with Otis Redding on 'I’ve Been Loving You Too Long.'
Jerry ‘Ice Man’ Butler, soul singer whose hits included ‘Only the Strong Survive,’ dead at 85
United States· 2025-02-21
Otis Redding enters the conversation about the perception of leisure.
“O ócio passou a ser uma espécie de escândalo” | Podcast Temos de ter uma conversaPortugal· 2025-02-18