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Cicero Blake was a seminal figure in the Chicago soul scene, leaving an enduring imprint on the genre. His musical journey began with the Golden Tones, a group that later evolved into the renowned Kool Gents.
After parting ways with the group, Blake pursued a solo career, recording for independent Chicago labels like Mar-V-Lus and Sack Records. Though his early work initially went unnoticed, it later gained recognition among dedicated Northern Soul collectors.
In 1967, he recorded You Got Me Walking and A Woman Needs to Be Loved for Brunswick Records. Though shelved for two decades, these tracks were eventually released by Kent Records, earning him much-deserved acclaim for their rich soulful depth.
Beyond music, Blake balanced his artistic passion with public service, serving as a commissioner for the active Maywood Park District. His contributions to Chicago soul cemented his legacy as a cherished and influential artist within the community.
After parting ways with the group, Blake pursued a solo career, recording for independent Chicago labels like Mar-V-Lus and Sack Records. Though his early work initially went unnoticed, it later gained recognition among dedicated Northern Soul collectors.
In 1967, he recorded You Got Me Walking and A Woman Needs to Be Loved for Brunswick Records. Though shelved for two decades, these tracks were eventually released by Kent Records, earning him much-deserved acclaim for their rich soulful depth.
Beyond music, Blake balanced his artistic passion with public service, serving as a commissioner for the active Maywood Park District. His contributions to Chicago soul cemented his legacy as a cherished and influential artist within the community.
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