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Charles Edwin Hatcher (January 21, 1942 – April 2, 2003), [2] known by his stage name Edwin Starr, was an American singer and songwriter. He is best remembered for his Norman Whitfield -produced Motown singles of the 1970s, most notably the number-one hit "War". [3]
- War (The Temptations song)
Edwin Starr, who had become a Motown artist in 1968 after...
- Twenty-Five Miles
"Twenty-Five Miles" is a song written by Johnny Bristol,...
- War (The Temptations song)
Edwin Starr was an integral part of the soul and dance floor scene since the mid-fifties and the formation of his first band The Future Tones in 1956. He was on the road right to the end. Born Charles Edwin Hatcher on January 21st, 1942 in Nashville, Tennessee, Edwin was raised and educated in Cleveland, Ohio.
Edwin Starr, who had become a Motown artist in 1968 after his former label, Ric-Tic, was purchased by Motown founder Berry Gordy, became "War's" new vocalist. Considered among Motown's "second-string" acts, Starr had only one major hit, 1968's No. 6 hit "Twenty-Five Miles", to his name by this time.
"Twenty-Five Miles" is a song written by Johnny Bristol, Harvey Fuqua, and Edwin Starr for Starr's second album, 25 Miles (1969).
Profile: American soul vocalist. Born 21 January 1942 in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, died 2 April 2003 in Bramcote, Nottinghamshire, England. Best remembered for the 1970 interpretation of the Vietnam War protest song “War”. Brother of Angelo Starr.
2 kwi 2003 · Explore Edwin Starr's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Edwin Starr on AllMusic.
Edwin Starr (January 21, 1942 – April 2, 2003) was an American singer - songwriter and musician. He had many hit songs. His most notable song was War. The song sold over one million copies. [1] He was very popular in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
