Mahalia Jackson
Mahalia Jackson ( mə-HAY-lee-ə; born Mahala Jackson; October 26, 1911 – January 27, 1972) was an American gospel singer, widely considered one of the most influential vocalists of the 20th century. With a career spanning 40 years, Jackson was integral to the development and spread of gospel blues in black churches throughout the U.S. During a time when racial segregation was pervasive in American…
Artist details
- Type
- Person
- Area
- United States
- Born
- October 26th, 1911
- Died
- January 27th, 1972
- Genres
- Labels
- Columbia