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YOU SEND ME - THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF SAM COOKE
Friday 3 - 24 December 2004
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BBC Radio Player
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'You Send Me - The Sam Cooke Story' presents the definitive story of the Father of Soul, featuring the inside stories, some key associates and a host of famous fans. 'You Send Me', 'Wonderful World', 'Another Saturday Night', 'Cupid', 'Only Sixteen'- timeless classics from the singer credited as The Man Who Invented Soul. And that would be enough for most - but Sam Cooke's influence cuts even deeper. Saturday 11th December 2004 is the 40th anniversary of Sam Cooke's death and this series celebrates the man and his music.
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LINKS
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BBC Music Sam Cooke Profile
A brief biography, a multitude of links and suggestions of essential recordings from the founding father of American soul music.
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Unofficial Site
Sam Cooke's presence on the soul scene is documented at this unofficial catalogue, which features lyrics, sound clips and rare snaps.
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