Wilson Pickett

Wilson Pickett (born in Prattville, Alabama) was an American soul and R&B singer known for a powerful, gritty voice. Raised on gospel, he moved to Detroit in 1955, recorded at Stax (Memphis) and at Fame (Muscle Shoals), and released landmark mid-1960s records on Atlantic.

Major hits include 'In the Midnight Hour', 'Land of 1000 Dances', 'Mustang Sally' and 'Funky Broadway'. He recorded with members associated with Booker T. & the M.G.'s and with Muscle Shoals session musicians; key studios include Stax (Memphis) and Fame (Muscle Shoals). Pickett's mid-60s work is widely cited as influential in the development of soul and popular music.

DeBaser's reviews praise Wilson Pickett's raw, powerful soul voice and landmark mid-60s albums. Reviewers highlight recordings at Stax and Fame (Muscle Shoals), classic tracks like "In the Midnight Hour" and "Land of 1000 Dances," and Pickett's influence on popular music.

For:Fans of 1960s soul and R&B, listeners interested in Muscle Shoals and Stax-era records.