Legendary Guitarist Steve Cropper Passes Away
Update: 2025-12-04
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Steve Cropper, a legendary guitarist and key figure in American music, passed away at 84. Known for his work with Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett, and as a founding member of Booker T and the M.G.s, Cropper shaped the sound of R&B and pop classics. His distinctive guitar style can be heard on hits like Sittin On the Dock of the Bay and Soul Man. Cropper was a towering figure, inducted into the Rock and Roll and Songwriters Hall of Fame, and famously finished producing (Sittin On) The Dock of the Bay after Otis Reddings death. His career saw a resurgence with The Blues Brothers movie, and his spirit and artistry will continue to inspire.
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