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The idea that music could be a universal force, bringing together different races and cultures, was central to Otis’ personal philosophy and reflected in his everyday life. At a time when it may not have been considered politically correct, Redding had a white manager, Phil Walden, and a racially mixed band. He took care of business, setting up his own publishing and record label, Jotis Records, making unprecedented moves for a black artist in the 60s. While it was not Otis prime motivation, he was seen as a role model by blacks. He was someone who got paid, and paid well without the usual horror stories of being ripped off by promoters, agents, managers, or record company executives. amazon/Otis-Redding/e/B000AQ0AOK/ref=ac_dtp_sa_bio/177-3229751-9761420
Posted on: Fri, 17 Oct 2014 06:46:47 +0000

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