Friday, September 12, 2008

The Rubberband Man

clipped from en.wikipedia.org

Philippé Wynne

Philippé Wynne (April 3, 1941July 13, 1984), born Phillip Walker, was an American R&B vocalist. Best known for his role as lead singer in the popular R&B group The Spinners, Wynne scored notable hits such as "One Of A Kind (Love Affair)", "I'll Be Around", "Mighty Love", "Could It Be I'm Falling in Love", and "Then Came You" (with Dionne Warwick). After leaving The Spinners, Wynne never regained the same success, although his voice was featured in hits such as "(Not Just) Knee Deep". Wynne died of a heart attack while performing at a night club on July 13, 1984.

On July 13, 1984, while performing at Ivey's nightclub in Oakland, California, Wynne suffered a fatal heart attack. Wynne died the morning after.

April 3, 1941(1941-04-03)
Detroit, Michigan, United States
July 13, 1984 (aged 43)
Oakland, California
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