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    Curtis Ousley (born Curtis Montgomery; February 7, 1934 – August 13, 1971), [1] known professionally as King Curtis, was an American saxophonist who played rhythm and blues, jazz, and rock and roll. A bandleader, band member, and session musician, he was also a musical director and record producer.

  2. Jul 12, 2023 · Learn about the life and legacy of King Curtis, a saxophonist, bandleader, composer, and producer who played with many legendary artists and recorded over two hundred songs. Find out how he was killed in a tragic incident in 1971 and how he was posthumously honored by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

  3. King Curtis' signature song...fittingly, this was also played by an all-star band at his 1971 funeral. The young Reverend Jesse Jackson led the church servic...

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  5. King Curtis was a legendary R&B saxophonist who played on many hits by other artists and recorded soul albums as a leader. Learn more about his life, style, albums and songs on AllMusic.

  6. King Curtis was a legendary saxophonist who played with many R&B and rock & roll stars, such as Aretha Franklin, John Lennon and the Coasters. He received the award for Musical Excellence in 2000 for his contributions to the genre.

  7. Feb 8, 2008 · The only band that could make Booker T & The MG's sweat. "And now we need a pound of fat back drums..." King Curtis was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 6, 2000.

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  8. The Best Of King Curtis. Album • King Curtis • 1996. 16 songs • 43 minutes. Play. Save to library. 1. Night Train. 33K plays. 2:36.

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