Otis Redding

Born: 1941-09-09

Birthplace: Dawson, Georgia, USA

Biography

Otis Ray Redding Jr. was an American singer, songwriter, record producer, arranger, and talent scout. He is considered one of the greatest singers in the history of American popular music and a seminal artist in soul music and rhythm and blues.

Known For

Monterey Pop
It's Black Entertainment
Jimi Plays Monterey
Casey Kasem's Rock 'n' Roll Goldmine: The Soul Years
Popcorn
Superstars in Concert
Sound of the City: London 1964-73
Shake! Otis at Monterey
Stax/Volt Revue Live In Norway 1967
When the Music's Over

Top Movie Credits

It's Black Entertainment Self (archive footage)
Jimi Plays Monterey Self (archive footage)
When the Music's Over Self (archive footage)