Remembering soul legend Solomon Burke

The World

Solomon Burke, the larger-than-life soul and gospel singer, died Sunday at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam while on his way to a concert. Since being crowned “the King of Rock and Soul” by a radio D.J. in the 1960s, Burke was known to perform in full royal garb?crown, scepter, and robe?while sitting atop a throne. Burke was 70 years old. John and Celeste remember King Solomon’s amazing 50 year career.

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