Chess Records – MOSAEC

Gene Barge, R&B Saxophonist Who Played on Landmark Hits, Dies at 98

Known as Daddy G, he recorded with Jackie Wilson, Chuck Willis and others, but he was best known for the Gary U.S. Bonds smash “Quarter to Three.”

By Bill Friskics-Warren

A powerful performer who paved the way for later soul and hip-hop artists, she recorded with Etta James and toured with Johnny Otis and James Brown.

By Bill Friskics-Warren

He sang tenor on hits like “Standing in the Shadow of Love,” “Reach Out, I’ll Be There” and “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch).”

By Jim Farber