Just on news Ben has passed away. A true soulman. RIP
Kev Cane Members May 1, 201510 yr The term "legend" is too often used a bit loosely, but in this case it is undeniable, a true legend, great singer, great guy aswell apparently, R. I. P Ben. E King Kev
Roger Williams Members May 1, 201510 yr https://en.mediamass.net/people/ben-e-king/deathhoax.html Always google these things these days.
Kegsy Members May 1, 201510 yr https://en.mediamass.net/people/ben-e-king/deathhoax.html Always google these things these days. Obviously somebody Didn't Break The News to Ben E. King.
Sean Hampsey Members May 1, 201510 yr https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-32547474 It does appear to be the case, according to BBC. Sean
Philreeves Members May 1, 201510 yr I only saw him once (at the Upper Cut club in East London) but it was enough to convert me from general music lover to Soul Fan. So sad to hear this news. RIP Ben
Steve G Members May 1, 201510 yr Some real sick feckers out there….The hoax earlier this week and now everyone is reporting it to be true….I hope not.
Guest oldsoulgit Guests May 1, 201510 yr The Drifters made some fantastic music with Ben on lead, and made some fantastic music as a solo artist. A true legend of soul music. RIP Ben.
Fuzzj Members May 1, 201510 yr he would have got a knighthood in the uk for his contribution to music..rip Sir.
Guest Dirk Tiggler Guests May 1, 201510 yr One of the best ever. Loved him from when I was young adolescent to a grumpy old man. Lost a good Un. Ade
Tattoodave Members May 1, 201510 yr Another of our aging family gone, such a shame we have to age. RIP Ben E King
Westender Members May 1, 201510 yr We've lost some great names over the last few years. Alas Ben is now added to the list. Thanks for the wonderful music Ben, and RIP.
Hooker1951 Members May 1, 201510 yr Had the pleasure of meeting B.E. king 43 years ago when he was performing with his Band at the empress Ballroom Wigan I let him and his. Band in the club and I let them out He was Magic that night one of the best live acts I can remember his band had a brass section ,horns and string section he was still in his prime.I exchanged some small talk with him after the show telling him how much his Music was loved.He was a gentleman no ego you could tell He just Loved doing what he did A true Soul man what made truly genuine Soul Music.I feel Blessed to have met him. GOD BLESS YOU BEN E KING and RIP Mick Lyons
Joesoul1958 Members May 1, 201510 yr A real legacy, left for us all to enjoy, he will be sadly missed, R.I.P brother, as you said in song, WHAT MORE CAN A MAN DO , In your case nothing more, deepest sympathy to family and friends. KTF and godbless.
Souledtrafford Members May 1, 201510 yr Lovely old man. Met him during his last tour. A true legend. RIP
Paul R Members May 1, 201510 yr I met him & Johnny Moore in the 80s after a gig at HMS Collingwood. I told him what my favourite track was and he said he loved it too. Very apt for today. RIP Ben.
Winsford Soul closed May 1, 201510 yr Once again this world is a sadder place. Another soul music great passes away. . R. I. P Steve
Kev Cane Members May 1, 201510 yr One of my fave's by him Same as The Originals which is great, but Ben E puts his own stamp on this Kev
Citizen P Members May 1, 201510 yr I met him & Johnny Moore in the 80s after a gig at HMS Collingwood. I told him what my favourite track was and he said he loved it too. Very apt for today. RIP Ben. Probably my favourite also, but I also love this.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZkkUUcD2OA
Geoff Members May 2, 201510 yr Ben E King has left us a wonderful legacy of music. Impossible to pick favourites, just so many great tracks. RIP Ben, thank you for the music.
Guest johnny hart Guests May 2, 201510 yr Best Live Act Ever, my fave Benny track "Ecstacy" From 1962. Gracias MrKing for all the pleasure your music will continue to bring me !
The Happy Hooker Members May 2, 201510 yr Was in the Stefan Dee's Soul Lodge on Sunday chillin' and listening to local soul singer Cy Benson, spotted me singing (????) along to his current rendition and invited me up to join him on stage, yep, you've guessed it..........................Ben E Kings " Stand By Me" ............................ then his sad demise, gone, but for me certainly not forgotten.
50 Shades Members May 2, 201510 yr I can't break the news to myself, what an uplifting sound this is musically, one that I always enjoy hearing when out - it's what soul music is all about
Chris L Members May 3, 201510 yr Just on news Ben has passed away. A true soulman. RIP Indeed a true Soulman, people like him made the soul scene was it is today. Saw him about 12 years ago, he brought the house down. RIP
Wiganer1 Members May 3, 201510 yr not many of the atlantic greats of soul left.....aretha,,,carla thomas ,,,very few saw ben twice,,,,once in the 80s at chris kings nightlclub in nuneaton when he and johnny moore were on same gig....30 turned up..he was brillaint saw him last year in brum ,, RIP Ben you left us with some great records to listen to for ever
Wiganer1 Members May 3, 201510 yr not many of the atlantic greats of soul left.....aretha,,,carla thomas ,,,very few saw ben twice,,,,once in the 80s at chris kings nightlclub in nuneaton when he and johnny moore were on same gig....30 turned up..he was brillaint saw him last year in brum ,, RIP Ben you left us with some great records to listen to for ever
Guest Daryl Slinn Guests May 4, 201510 yr Had the pleasure of meeting B.E. king 43 years ago when he was performing with his Band at the empress Ballroom Wigan I let him and his. Band in the club and I let them out He was Magic that night one of the best live acts I can remember his band had a brass section ,horns and string section he was still in his prime.I exchanged some small talk with him after the show telling him how much his Music was loved.He was a gentleman no ego you could tell He just Loved doing what he did A true Soul man what made truly genuine Soul Music.I feel Blessed to have met him. GOD BLESS YOU BEN E KING and RIP Mick Lyons Spot on, every bone in his body was a loving one. Had time for everyone no matter what his schedule was or how late he was running. A legend that will be sadly missed.
Guest Guests May 7, 201510 yr Ben E King on my show this weekwww.fcumradio.co.ukSoulful Shacksat/sun 20.00mon/tue 17.00
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