Guest Dave Turner Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 (edited) View full article Edited October 10, 2010 by Dave Turner Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
45cellar Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Sad News Indeed. R.I.P. Solomon Burke. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dean Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Solomon Burke has died at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport, RIP big man JUST HEARD ON THE RADIO, LEAVES 21(?) CHILDREN. . . . . . . . .Mr Lover man. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mick Howard Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Sad news indeed. Saw 'The Big Man' a few years ago as a special guest of Jools Holland & Orchestra and although it was many years since his 60's heyday he still had 'that' voice. Mick Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Athy Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 I just heard this on BBC TV too. Solomon was larger than life in personality and physique and a superb soul singer. Active until the end (he was coming to Europe to play shows in Amsterdam) he will be missed but will leave happy memories behind him. ''Got To Get You Off My Mind' was one of the first soul singles I ever heard on the radio and I still have my Atlantic copy. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Amsterdam Russ Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 ...he was coming to Europe to play shows in Amsterdam He would have been playing the Paradiso in Amsterdam, on Tuesday. (Funnily enough, we were at the Paradiso box office last night, looking to get tickets for Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings on 1st November.) Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soulcarp Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 very sad news RIP ..........johno Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Billy Anorak Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 So long Big Man......R.I.P. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 RIP Mr S.... a true love walrus with 21 children and 90 grandchildren Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Munchkin Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Just heard that he has passed away anyone can confire or further details....... Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Mrs Simsy Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Very sad news. RIP Mr Burke.x Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Djmelismo Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 (edited) Woke up this morning, switched on the computer to read my local newspaper in digiversion and saw the news about Solomon Burke´s passing. Very sad. One of the first (earliest and best) soul artists. Had the pleasure of hearing and watching him in concert a few years ago when he visited a local venue in Sweden where I live, he was sitting down throughout the whole concert, sitting down on a thrown as a King Solomon, or King of Soul. He came across as a very warm and friendly person who liked to converse with the audience and he gave us a wonderful performance featuring both old and new songs. One of his many children (or was it grandchildren) was in the band, a very energetic fellow who looked like a smaller and much more athletic version of Solomon B. An unforgettable evening. And looks like today will be a Solomon Burke day, will have to treat myself to some of the man´s best music today. Solomon Burke...R.I.P. /Melismo Edited October 10, 2010 by djmelismo Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest isis Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 RIP Solomon Burke... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6WBnT0IopY Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mickjay33 Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 yet another legend has gone RIP SOLOMOM BURKE Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Simsy Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Ian Sims Sad sad sad day. NEVER will you be forgotten. The greatest soul singer with a borrowed band. R.I.P Solomon.x 2 seconds ago · Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Sean Hampsey Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 A truly GREAT Soul Singer. RIP Solomon Burke. Sean Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Bigsoulman Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 A giant of soul in every respect, often copied never equaled RIP big fella Lenny Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mrtag Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Another True Giant Of A performer Has Been Taken From Us R.I.P Big Fella!! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Bearsoul Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 R.I.P KING SOLOMON !!!!!!! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Ivor Jones Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 (edited) A truly GREAT Soul Singer. RIP Solomon Burke. Sean Ditto Sean.......Brilliant in every way. Also,kinda puts it into perspective a bit when the word Legend is applied to so many who arent necessarily deserving of the title,Solomon was in every respect a true LEGEND........If anyone hasnt yet done so,get yourself a copy of Sweet Soul Music by Peter Guralnick and take time to read the chapter on Solomon Burke,its a CLASSIC. Amongst other things,he used to sell sandwiches to the band on the tour bus ! He used to cook Pork Chops etc to sell to the crowd in the foyer at his own gigs! And the gig for the Ku Klux Klan in the South is stuff of legend. Also,if you get a chance,then check out his Double Live Lp on rounder Records from the mid 80`s.......The best live lp going i reckon....... Check these personal faves as well,theres many more of course. I cant imagine theres many on here who wont know most of these but you never know: If You Need Me Tonights The Night. CryTo Me Looking For My Baby Everybody Needs Somebody Stupidity You And Your Baby Blues Midnight And You Please Dont You Say Goodbye To Me. Im gonna miss him and im really gutted i never got a chance to see him live or meet him....... Ivor Edited October 10, 2010 by Ivor Jones Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Agentsmith Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 a true giant of the r&b genre, classic music over 5 decades and a magnetic performer...the bishop is with his flock, amen. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Ernie Andrews Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Very sad indeed! Cry to me was an awesome record and thanks goodness it got recognition! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mike Lofthouse Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Saw him in Newcastle about seven years ago - he was still on top form. It was great to see him get some well deserved recognition over the past few years - loved this track off the first 'comeback' album and it featured on 'The Wire' - quality Soul on quality TV - two rare occurrences these days! RIP Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
macca Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 RIP King Sol. I too saw him play in the town square during the summer fiestas a few years back, 2005/6 I think. Though he was sat on his 'throne' throughout the gig, he was a great communicator and had everybody up dancing fom the word go. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Rob Moss Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 I was fortunate to see him perform at Willie Mitchell's memorial service in Memphis and meet him afterwards. He had driven from Los Angeles to make the event, and after performing, drove straight back - literally thousands of miles. He appeared last ( after J. Blackfoot, Hi Rhythm, Don Bryant, Otis Clay and several others) and only performed a couple of songs but his singing was incredible and the audience went wild! In conversation, he was polite, helpful, thoroughly absorbing and gracious. He loved coming to England and was looking forward to the European tour. He was a truly special individual who will be greatly missed by all that were touched by his talent. Respect. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
John Reed Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 If anyone hasnt yet done so,get yourself a copy of Sweet Soul Music by Peter Guralnick and take time to read the chapter on Solomon Burke,its a CLASSIC. Amongst other things,he used to sell sandwiches to the band on the tour bus ! He used to cook Pork Chops etc to sell to the crowd in the foyer at his own gigs! And the gig for the Ku Klux Klan in the South is stuff of legend. Too true, another sad loss to soul music. It's funny you mention that chapter in Peter Guralnick's book as I was telling my wife about the things he'd done this morning, after I'd found out he'd died. I especially liked the popcorn tale... Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Baz Atkinson Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 very sad news massive talent -great super ballAds -voice to melt a few tears!! BAZ A Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Paul Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Very sad news, he'll be a big loss. Paul Mooney Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest tmg555 Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 tmg555 Solomon Burke One of Soul Musics Greats ......One of the very first acts l seen back in 1965.... He Was Great Then And Was Greater Now.....!!! Solomon I will miss you thank-you..........!!!!! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Heartandsoul Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Another legend departs. He like the others before him made so many people happy. This one's for you big man. RIP: Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Kris Holmes Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 very sad news, one of my favorite singers RIP:( Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest JIM BARRY Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 R.I.P.....KING SOLOMON. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Xss Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 R.I.P SOLOMAN BURKE God bless you, forever in our hearts and soul. soul love from sam and andy Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Wayoutgirl Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 The world of Soul music will be an emptier place without this special man Rest in Peace Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Dave Turner Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 Solomon Burke with another late great -- Willie Mitchell Quality Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Dave Turner Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 1.5 hour show of SB at Porretta 2009 https://www.lepida.tv/video/Porretta-Soul-Festival-22a-Edizione-2009Solomon-Burke_360.html Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 (edited) Solomon Burke with another late great -- Willie Mitchell Quality SB had one of those voices that simply oooooozed soul . A sad loss , but what a legacy . RIP Mr Burke . Malc Edited October 11, 2010 by Malc Burton Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Pomonkey Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 Truly coincidental and I think really touching, almost simultaneously with his passing, at midnight here on Saturday Betty Harris was on stage headlining the Brooklyn Soul Festival and in front of a packed audience told everyone how what really started her career was her version of Solomon's beautiful "Cry to me" and then captivated the whole place with a truly beautiful, string-laden version, nobody in the house yet knew it was also a eulogy, RIP indeed dear man. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Ady Croasdell Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 Brilliant singer and character, I remember him on Ready Steady Go. Funnily my favourites by him are both covers Dylan's 'Maggie's Farm' and Jim Reeves 'He'll Have To Go' Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 RIP soloman burke - cry to me - london demo Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest 2648 W Grand Boulevard Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 What a musical legacy the man leaves behind, RIP Mr Burke it was a pleasure to listen to you over the years Dave Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Rugby Soul Club Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 Sidney Barnes wrote on his Face Book status early and I thought how much closer to the artists we feel now with this internet thing. Quote... Damn, Solomon Burke just passed away. Seems like that line I'm standing in is really getting shorter. Let me try to keep on moving to the back of the line..RIP Solomon. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Phil Shields Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 R.I.P. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest YoungSoulie92 Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Had the opportunity to see this legend supported by Joss Stone in a really great, small venue in Exeter not two months back. Me and my Dad deemed fifty pounds each too expensive; suffice to say I learned my lesson, if a good opportunity arises pounce on it because it may never come back. RIP Mr. Solomon Burke, much love x Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Wilxy Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 R.I.P Sir:hatsoff2: Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Heikki Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Snippets of his life and career, in his own words at https://www.soulexpress.net/solomonburke_tribute.htm Heikki Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 19, 2010 Share Posted October 19, 2010 Yet another of the icons from our youth passes away. Never TRUELY appreciated IMHO. Gr8 career and longevity - wudda loved to see & hear the 2 old timers SB & Sam Moore duet????? RIP BIG MAN Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
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