Commentary Interviews Mo' On Radio News — 26 December 2015

(The Charles Wright interview begins at 33:30 in program.)

Charles Wright was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi, where he grew up and was musically inclined by playing the guitar and singing in several doo-wop groups including, “The Twilighters, “The Shield” and “The Gallahads.” By 1964, Wright formed his own band called Charles Wright & the Wright Sounds which included, John Raynford, along with Daryl Dragon, “Captain” of Captain & Tennille.

Wright added more members to the group and they became known as the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band, and they played in several venues across Los Angeles. In the 1970’s the band was best known for their world renowned hit, written by Charles called, “Express Yourself”!

Learn more about Charles Wright at: expressyourself.net

Wright is not slowing down as he prepares for a New Years Eve show with Bloodstone, Lakeside and Chante Moore at the Saban Theater in Beverly Hills.

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Rediscover the sounds of talented music artist Charles Wright of Fullerton, California, as he celebrates 50 years in the business!

To get your tickets NOW visit: ticketmaster.com

 

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