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James ClevelandJames Cleveland James Cleveland American gospel singer, musician and composer (1931–1991) For the United States Representative, see James Colgate Cleveland. For the American football wide receiver, see James Cleveland (American football). For the American jazz trombonist, see Jimmy Cleveland. James Edward Cleveland (December 5, 1931 – February 9, 1991) was an American gospel singer, musician, and composer. Known as the "King of Gospel", Cleveland was a driving force behind the creation of the modern gospel sound by incorporating traditional black gospel, soul, pop, and jazz in arrangements for mass choirs. Quick facts The Reverend, Background information ... The Reverend James Cleveland Background information Born James Edward Cleveland December 5, 1931 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. Died February 9, 1991(1991-02-09) (aged 59) Culver… (Source: Wikipedia)
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