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Arthur Conley

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Arthur Conley was an American soul singer born on January 4, 1946, in McIntosh County, Georgia. He is best known for his contributions to the soul music genre during the 1960s. Conley's most notable work includes the hit song "Sweet Soul Music," which helped define the sound of that era. He passed away on November 17, 2003.

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