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When did James Cleveland start making music?
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James Cleveland's first song “I Surrender All” released on July 10, 1967.
James Edward Cleveland was an American gospel singer, musician, and composer. Known as the King of Gospel, Cleveland was a driving force behind the creation of the modern gospel sound by incorporating traditional black gospel, soul, pop, and jazz in arrangements for mass choirs. Born: December 5, 1931, Chicago, IL Died: February 9, 1991,... Read More
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