Episode 163: “(Sittin’ on) The Dock of the Bay” by Otis Redding
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
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Otis Redding and Clyde McFatter
Otis Redding came from Macon, Georgia, the hometown of Little Richard. He was torn in his early years between religion and secular music. His father didn't approve much of blues, R&B or jazz music - but he let him listen to it. So young Otis grew up listening to records by Richard. And another favourite, Clyde McFatter. The other is titled Shake Otis Monterey.
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