And that is what inspired William Bell to make his addition to the protest song canon, “Strange Fruit is Still Hanging.” “Strange Fruit is Still Hanging” is a blues number that begins with Bell making a reference to George Floyd’s…
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William Bell to be inducted into the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame
The 13th Annual National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will celebrate this year's distinguished honorees on October 6. Honorees include:
- Jeffrey Osborn
- Kenny Lattimore
- Candi Staton
- Ginuwine
- Regina Belle
- Buddy Miles
- William Bell
- Terry Stewart
- Rose Marie…
THE REEMERGENCE OF WILLIAM BELL by Zach Rabiroff
A familiar hook plays over the opening seconds of Ludracris’ “Growing Pains.” It’s a seven-note guitar riff, repeated twice and capped by a lush minor-key resolution, sounding sultry, sad and funky all at once. On the surface, it might
…Read moreFINANCIAL TIMES writes I Forgot to Be Your Lover — William Bell’s soulful lament was widely covered
The singer’s 1968 track attracted the attention of reggae producer Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry — and peroxide pinup Billy Idol… Garth Cartwright
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https://ig.ft.com/life-of-a-song/i-forgot-to-be-your-lover.html
William Bell Nominated for Living Blues Magazine's "Most Outstanding Singer"....VOTE
Living Blues Magazine has announced its 2024 Award Nominees and The Legendary William Bell has been nominated in the "Most Outstanding Singer" category!
You can VOTE HERE using the online ballot before the deadline of June 15th.
Stax Records artist William Bell inducted into GRAMMY Hall of Fame in 2024
“You Don’t Miss Your Water” by Stax Records artist William Bell inducted into GRAMMY Hall of Fame in 2024 read all about it at the STAX Museum
