Gwen McCrae was heralded by many as “The Queen of Rare Groove.” She has died at the age of 81. Fans remember the soul-funk ...

Tributes have been paid to Gwen McCrae, the much-loved and influential US funk and soul singer, who has died aged 81 after a long illness. Affectionately known as the "queen of the rare groove ...

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