Smooth Piano Man:
Charles Brown is best remembered today by his hit "Merry Christmas Baby". His legacy is much greater than one hit, he pioneered the smooth "West Coast" Blues sound. He passed in 1999 leaving an enduring first-class legacy.
Charles Brown - Smooth Piano Legend
By Reverend Keith A. Gordon, About.com
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