Ben Cauley

Trumpet player and songwriter for The Bar-Kays

Ben Cauley - Trumpet player and songwriter for The Bar-Kays
Born

October 3rd, 1947
78 years ago

Died

2015
10 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A trumpet player and songwriter born in 1947, contributed significantly to the soul and R&B music genres. Joined The Bar-Kays, a prominent band associated with Stax Records. Survived a tragic plane crash in 1967 that killed several band members, which later led to a resurgence in the group's success. Played on major hits, helping to shape the sound of southern soul music.

Played trumpet for The Bar-Kays

Survived the 1967 plane crash

Contributed to the group's resurgence

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