Record producer Jerry Wexler, 91, who was one of the most important figures bringing rhythm & blues music to the masses, died of congestive heart failure.
Not only did he bring r&b to the forefront, he literally came up with the term "rhythm and blues."
Wexler didn't care much for rock 'n' roll of the 1960s and 1970s; his big significance was helping to propel the careers of artists such as Ray Charles, Wilson Pickett, and Aretha Franklin to huge success.
Don't forget to watch the video at the link.
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