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Huey P. Williams, Beloved Lead Singer of the Jackson Southernaires, Dies at 80
Huey P. Williams, the longtime frontman of the Jackson Southernaires and a cornerstone of American gospel music, died peacefully on March 24
Huey P. Williams, the longtime frontman of the Jackson Southernaires and a cornerstone of American gospel music, died peacefully at his home in Smithdale, Mississippi, on March 24. A trailblazer in traditional gospel, Williams’ unmistakable voice and soulful storytelling made him one of the most beloved vocalists in the genre. Known for emotionally powerful performances and messages of faith and perseverance, the Southernaires earned acclaim with radio favorites like “Don’t Let Him Catch You (With Your Work Undone)” and “How Long Will It Last.”
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