Chuck Jackson, former vocalist for The Del-Vikings and singer of Burt Bacharach and Bob Hilliard’s “Any Day Now,” has passed away at the age of 85 years old. The notable singer, passed away o February 16th, in Atlanta.
Ady Croasdell of Kent Records confirmed Jackson’s death in a Facebook statement, but did not reveal cause of death. The statement reads, “There are confirmed reports that one of the very greatest soul singers of all time, Chuck Jackson, died on February 16th, His 60s and 70s recordings are hugely important works, revered as much now as on release…His passing will be deeply felt around the world.”
Dionne Warwick, a friend and collaborator of Jackson’s also wrote a statement that reads, “Another heartache has come my way. Chuck Jackson has made his transition. He was my label mate on Scepter Records and was like a big brother to me, I’ll truly miss his daily calls checking on me and his wonderful voice. Rest in heavenly peace my dear friend.”
Jackson’s large catalogue also spawned hits for others such as Ronnie Milsap covering Jackson’s “Any Day Now,” and Jackson’s “I Keep Forgettin'” was covered by Michael McDonald as well as David Bowie. While one of Jackson’s final LP’s was 1997’s I’ll Never Get Over You, and featured “If I Let Myself Go,” a collaboration with Warwick.
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