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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Barbara_AcklinBarbara Acklin - Wikipedia

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   Barbara Jean Acklin (February 28, 1943 – November 27, 1998) was an American soul singer and songwriter, who was most successful in the 1960s and 1970s. Her biggest hit as a singer was "Love Makes a Woman" (1968).

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3. www.independent.co.uk › arts-entertainmentObituary: Barbara Acklin | The Independent | The Independent

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   Barbara Acklin, singer: born Chicago, Illinois 28 February 1944; married Eugene Record; died Omaha, Nebraska 27 November 1998. More about Chicago Monks Singers The Blues

4. chicagocrusader.com › barbara-acklin-chicagosBarbara Acklin, Chicago’s Empress of Soul

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   Feb 18, 2022 · Learn about the life and career of Barbara Acklin, one of the most prolific singer/songwriters of the 20th Century and the "First Lady of Brunswick" in Chicago soul music. From her early days as a waitress and singer in Bronzeville to her success as a Brunswick Records producer and artist, discover how she shaped the sound of Chicago soul with her voice and songs.

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   Is Barbara Acklin dead or still alive?

   • Barbara Acklin, singer: born Chicago, Illinois 28 February 1944; married Eugene Record; died Omaha, Nebraska 27 November 1998. "HAVE YOU Seen Her", a melancholic, haunting ballad by the Chi- Lites, is amongst the best soul records of all time.

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   Who was Barbara Acklin?

   • Barbara Acklin had hardly recorded under her own name since that time, although she did contribute backing vocals to the album The Gospel Truth (1993) by another soul singer based in Chicago, Otis Clay. She worked on the road as a backing singer for Tyrone Davis and as a manager for Holly Maxwell, Ike Turner's replacement for Tina.

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   Was Barbara Acklin a good singer?

   • Barbara Acklin was a fine singer and performer and, despite her success, she could have, and should have, achieved more. She had warmth, range and passion in her voice, and with the right promotion and more application, she could have rivalled the soul diva Dionne Warwicke.

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   When did Barbara Acklin join Chi-Sound?

   • She joined her husband's own label, Chi-Sound, in 1980, and recorded further tracks with Gene Chandler. Barbara Acklin had hardly recorded under her own name since that time, although she did contribute backing vocals to the album The Gospel Truth (1993) by another soul singer based in Chicago, Otis Clay.

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6. www.discogs.com › artist › 142222-Barbara-AcklinBarbara Acklin Discography | Discogs

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   Real Name: Barbara Jean Acklin. Profile: Singer/Songwriter raised in Chicago, Il; cousin of Monk Higgins who produced her first sessions for Special Agent in 1966 (as Barbara Allan). Also, a backup vocalist at Chess Records in the mid 1960's. Born: 28 February 1943 in Oakland, California (or) 28 February 1944 in Chicago, Illinois.

7. www.soultracks.com › story-barbara-acklin-2022Brunswick Records honors the late, great Barbara Acklin

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   Learn about the life and legacy of Barbara Acklin, the "First Lady of Brunswick" who wrote and sang hits for herself and other artists. Brunswick Records celebrates her achievements with commemorative plaques and Spotify streams.

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9. www.allmusic.com › artist › barbara-acklin-mn0000145669Barbara Acklin Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & M... | AllMusic

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   Nov 27, 1998 · Barbara Acklin was a pop-soul vocalist who had a hit with "Love Makes a Woman" in 1968. Learn more about her life, career, and music on AllMusic, a comprehensive online music database.

10. www.brunswickrecords.com › barbara-acklinBarbara Acklin — Brunswick Records

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    Barbara Acklin is a true rags-to-riches story. This one-time back-up singer for Chess Records was working as the receptionist at Brunswick Records’ Chicago office when she began co-writing songs for other artists, including Jackie Wilson’s “Whispers (Gettin’ Louder).”