James Cleveland
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Contents
Country
United States
Birth - Death
1931 - 1991
Occupation
Entertainment, Religion
Notable Achievements
Grammy Award
Description
Christian gospel singer and entertainer, known as the 'King of Gospel' and for incorporating traditional black gospel music and soul music into mass choir performances. Winner of four Grammy Awards (1974, 1977, 1980, 1990). Former member, The Gospelaires, and founder of the Southern California Community Choir and the Cornerstone Institutional Baptist Church. Died of AIDS.
