January 6, 2009

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RIP: Levi Stubbs of The Four Tops

According to Billboard:

Arguably the most powerful voice in Motown’s storied history has been silenced. Four Tops lead singer Levi Stubbs, Jr., died today (Oct. 17) at his home in Detroit after a long series io illnesses — including cancer and a stroke — that forced him to stop performing in 2000. He was 72.

- Levi Stubbs Wikipedia entry
- Levi Stubbs IMDB entry
- Four Tops Wikipedia entry
- YouTube video: "Four Tops Baby I Need Your Lovin’"

Posted by Shane Mack on 10-17-2008
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