What is Curtis Mayfield's middle name?
Lee
Curtis Mayfield date of birth:
June 3, 1942
How old was Curtis Mayfield when died?
57
Where was Curtis Mayfield born?
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
When did Curtis Mayfield die?
December 26, 1999
Where did Curtis Mayfield die?
Roswell, GA
Why did Curtis Mayfield die?
Diabetes complications
What is Curtis Mayfield's ethnicity?
Black
What is Curtis Mayfield nationality?
American
What is Curtis Mayfield's occupation?
Singer-songwriter, guitarist, record producer
Curtis Mayfield claim to fame:
Superfly
What genre is Curtis Mayfield's work?
Soul, Funk, R&B, Chicago Soul, Psychedelic Soul, soul, Chicago soul, funk, gospel, Psychedelic soul, Rock, jazz
What instruments does Curtis Mayfield play?
Vocals, guitar, piano, keyboards
Short Biography
Curtis Lee Mayfield (June 3, 1942 – December 26, 1999) was an American soul, R&B, and funk singer-songwriter, guitarist, and record producer, who was one of the most influential musicians behind soul and politically conscious African-American music. He first achieved success and recognition with The Impressions during the Civil Rights Movement of the late 1950s and 1960s, and later worked as a solo artist.