Bobby Bland
Singer
Bobby Bland was an American blues and soul music singer, known for his influence on branches of rhythm and blues and contemporary blues. Born on January 27, 1930, in Roseland, Tennessee, Bland rose to prominence in the 1950s and 1960s with hits like "Turn On Your Love Light" and "Farther Up the Road." His voice was characterized by intense emotion and expressiveness, earning him the love and respect of the public and his peers. Throughout his career, he collaborated with major artists such as B.B. King and received numerous accolades, including his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992.
