American singer, pianist and songwriter (1930–2004).

Born September 23rd, 1930 in Albany. ^[ref]

Died June 10th, 2004 at 73 years old in Beverly Hills (liver failure).

Ray Manzarek

Born February 12th, 1939 in Chicago.

Died May 20th, 2013 at 74 years old

Chuck Berry

Born October 18th, 1926 in St. Louis.

Died March 18th, 2017 at 90 years old

Rick James

Born February 1st, 1948 in Buffalo.

Died August 6th, 2004 at 56 years old

Charlie Parker

Born August 29th, 1920 in Kansas City.

Died March 12th, 1955 at 34 years old

James Brown

Born May 3rd, 1933 in Barnwell.

Died December 25th, 2006 at 73 years old