R.H. Harris
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Rebert H. Harris
was a gospel
singer. In his work with the Soul Stirrers, he was instrumental in transforming the ensemble jubilee
quartet style of the 30s into the lead-focused hard gospel style of the 40s and 50s. (Anthony Heilbut
, liner notes to When Gospel Was Gospel, Shenachie, 2005, p. 5) He was replaced by Sam Cooke
.
was a gospel
Gospel
A gospel is an account, often written, that describes the life of Jesus of Nazareth. In a more general sense the term "gospel" may refer to the good news message of the New Testament. It is primarily used in reference to the four canonical gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John...
singer. In his work with the Soul Stirrers, he was instrumental in transforming the ensemble jubilee
Jubilee
-Anniversaries and celebrations:*Jubilee , Royal Jubilee years are depicted in Egyptian history*Jubilee , the Jubilee year specified in the Torah*Jubilee , a special year for the remission of sins and universal pardon...
quartet style of the 30s into the lead-focused hard gospel style of the 40s and 50s. (Anthony Heilbut
Anthony Heilbut
Anthony Heilbut , is an American writer, and record producer of gospel music. He is noted for his biography of Thomas Mann, and has also won a Grammy Award.-Life:He has a doctorate in English from Harvard University....
, liner notes to When Gospel Was Gospel, Shenachie, 2005, p. 5) He was replaced by Sam Cooke
Sam Cooke
Samuel Cook, , better known under the stage name Sam Cooke, was an American gospel, R&B, soul, and pop singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. He is considered to be one of the pioneers and founders of soul music. He is commonly known as the King of Soul for his distinctive vocal abilities and...
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