The Book Of Clarence...The Blind Boys Of Alabama, A Musical Story
Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 05:08PM The Book Of Clarence...The Blind Boys Of Alabama, A Musical Story
Clarence Fountain was an American gospel singer and founding member of the Blind Boys of Alabama. He was born on November 28, 1929, in Tyler, Alabama, and died on June 3, 2018, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Fountain lost his sight at the age of two due to an eye infection. He began singing in church at a young age, and in 1939, he co-founded the Blind Boys of Alabama with four other friends. The group quickly became one of the most popular gospel groups in the country, and they have continued to tour and record for over 70 years.
This is his story in his own words.
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Fountain was known for his powerful and soulful voice, and he was a key part of the Blind Boys' signature sound. He was also a gifted songwriter, and he wrote many of the group's most popular songs, including "I'll Take You There" and "Amazing Grace."
Fountain was a Grammy Award winner, and he was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the Alabama Music Hall of Fame. He was also a recipient of the National Medal of Arts, the highest honor bestowed by the United States government for artistic achievement.
Clarence Fountain was a legend of gospel music, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
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