Steve Cropper, Soul Music Legend, Passes Away

Steve Cropper, the legendary guitarist and songwriter behind Stax Records, has passed away at 84. Known for his work with Booker T. and the M.G.s and co-writing hits like Green Onions and Sittin on the Dock of the Bay, Croppers family confirmed his death in Nashville. Despite recent health issues, he was reportedly working on new music before his passing. Croppers influence on Memphis soul music was immense, earning him inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.