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Randy Crawford
By All Music Guide
Randy Crawfords initial notoriety came from her fiery vocal on Street Life, a 1979 song matching her with the Crusaders that was included on the soundtrack for Burt Reynolds film Sharkys Machine. Crawford was born in Macon and grew up in Cincinnati; she worked in clubs as a teen, accompanied by her father. Crawford was lead vocalist in a group that included bassist Bootsy Collins before touring as George Bensons opening act in 1972. Cannonball Adderley invited her to sing on his LP Big Man. Crawford recorded Dont Get Caught in Loves Triangle, a song produced by Johnny Bristol, during a short stay on the label. She soon moved to Warner Bros., and after Street Life, recorded and toured Europe with the Crusaders. Crawford was tabbed Most Outstanding Performer at the 1980 Tokyo Music Festival. She remained with Warner Bros. through the 80s and early 90s, but was unable to score either a big R&B hit or major crossover smash, despite having one of the most readily identifiable voices and distinctive approaches of any contemporary female vocalist. Shes been more successful overseas, particularly in England, where such singles as Knocking on Heavens Door, Rainy Night in Georgia, and Last Night at Danceland have gotten universal acclaim.
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