Big Maybelle

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The Producers: Fred Mendelsohn

7:28 AM — Jun 6 —
Source: WNEW

Considered a pioneer in the field of rhythm and blues, Fred Mendelsohn was a songwriter and label executive as well as a producer. Read More

Founding Mothers: Big Maybelle

7:02 AM — Jun 4 —
Source: WNEW

A big woman who injected her big personality into everything she did, Big Maybelle was known as the Mother of Soul. As was the case with many of rock's founding mothers and fathers, Mabel Louise Smith's musical story began in the church in Jackson, Tennessee, where she sang gospel as a child. Read More

Big Maybelle

Biography

Her mountainous stature matching the sheer soulful power of her massive vocal talent, Big Maybelle was one of the premier R&B... Read the full Big Maybelle bio.

Big Maybelle