Lionel Richie

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Born 20 June 1949.

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Johnnie Walker talks to Lionel Richie at the BBC Maida Vale studios in London.

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Biography

Lionel Brockman Richie, Jr. (born June 20, 1949) is an American singer-songwriter, musician, record producer and actor. From 1968, he was a member of the musical group Commodores signed to Motown Records. Richie made his solo debut in 1982 with the album Lionel Richie and number-one hit "Truly".

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  1. Richie to headline Radio 2 Live

    Tue 5 Jul 2011 12:01

    Lionel Richie is to headline Radio 2 Live, a one-day festival taking place in London's...

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BBC Reviews

  1. Tuskegee 2012

    Review of Tuskegee

    Reviewed by Lloyd Bradley

    The tempos, sentiments and story-telling centres of these songs are perfectly country.

  2. Just For You 2004

    Review of Just For You

    Reviewed by Jack Smith

    The emotion is still there, it's just held on a tighter leash.

  3. Can’t Slow Down 1983

    Review of Can’t Slow Down

    Reviewed by Daryl Easlea

    A masterclass in polished soul balladry.

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