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Famous as :

R&B/soul singer, songwriter

Birth Name :

William Robinson Jr.

Birth Date :

February 19, 1940

Birth Place :

Detroit, Michigan, USA

Spouse :

Claudette Robinson (singer, 7-Nov-59 - 86), Frances Glandney (since May-02)

Claim to fame :

Single "Sweet Harmony" (1973)

Stevie Wonder Received Top Honor in ASCAP Award

March 15, 2007 12:03:27

was not only the guest of honor in American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) American Troubadour Award, but he also claimed the top award in the event. The award is presented to Wonder for his contribution as a songwriter that has brought a positive influence both inside and outside the industry.

In the award's "Songwriter Night" that was held in Capitol Hill on March 13, a line of stars saluted Wonder by singing his classics. Among the them are , , , Wynonna Judd, , , and Joan Osborne.

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Recipients Honored at the 29th Annual Kennedy Center Honors

December 04, 2006 11:12:45

The likes of , Steven Spielberg, and Andrew Lloyd Webber were those who were honored with the Kennedy Center Honors of 2006 Sunday Dec 3rd during the 29th annual national celebration of the arts.

The awards, recognize those who have made outstanding contributions to the performing arts in the US, whether through TV, film, music, theater, opera or music, also honored conductor Zubin Mehta who becomes the first person of Indian heritage to receive a Kennedy Center Honor, and Motown star .

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Singers Sign on for FOX's "Duets"

July 25, 2006 02:07:19

Watching our favorite musicians singing on stage or during a tour is something common. But watching them singing in a contest that really is something special. Interesting isn't it?

Just watch and see their action on FOX's "Duets," a contest that pairs regular celebrities with singing celebrities. Among numbers of singers sign to appear on the new reality show are , , , , Clint Black, Dionne Warwick, , , , , , , and Aaron Neville.

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Faithful Evans to Release A Christmas Album

October 13, 2005 10:10:43

Christmas is coming and people preparing the things. Yes they are busy to welcome the big day, a day when Jesus the Savior was born. December 25th is a very historical day that Christians in the whole world won't miss the chance to celebrate the day their Redeemer came into this universe.

Just like other, singer also is preparing herself to celebrate Christmas. Though, she has her own way to mark the day that is releasing a Christmas album. And just like her given name, that's the name of her new album, "A Faithful Christmas." Includes such familiar songs as "Merry Christmas Baby," "White Christmas," "Santa Baby," "Christmas Song" and "O Come All Ye Faithful," the album will hit stores October 25th.

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