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Solomon Burke: A ‘Founding Father’ of Rhythm-and-Blues Jennifer J. Lacelle The familiar sounds of Solomon Burke’s gravelly and passionate voice can be heard on the radio, television and films. Rhythm-and-Blues is a type of music that features the lively, upbeat mix of soul, jazz and the blues. It began rising in popularly, often said to be post-war, in the 1940s. This style originates in the African-American community and is considered a...