Jerry Wexler

American music producer and journalist

Jerry Wexler - American music producer and journalist
Born

January 10th, 1917
108 years ago

Died

August 15th, 2008
16 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent music producer and journalist in the United States, contributed to the success of numerous artists and helped shape the sound of rhythm and blues. Co-founded Atlantic Records, where played a crucial role in promoting and producing works for artists such as Ray Charles and Aretha Franklin. Wrote for Billboard magazine, providing insights that influenced the music industry. Throughout a career spanning several decades, received multiple Grammy Awards for production and influence in the music sector.

Co-founded Atlantic Records

Produced classic albums for Aretha Franklin

Worked with Ray Charles on significant projects

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