Allen Toussaint: Biography, Facts and Career
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Allen Richard Toussaint (; January 14, 1938 – November 10, 2015) was an American musician, songwriter, arranger, and record producer. He was an influential figure in New Orleans rhythm and blues from the 1950s to the end of the century, described as "one of popular music's great backroom figures." Many musicians recorded Toussaint's compositions. He was a producer for hundreds of recordings: the best known are "Right Place, Wrong Time", by longtime friend Dr. John, and "Lady Marmalade" by Labelle.
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- Full name: Allen Toussaint
- Born: 1938-01-14
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q963044
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Who is Allen Toussaint?
Allen Richard Toussaint (; January 14, 1938 – November 10, 2015) was an American musician, songwriter, arranger, and record producer.
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Allen Toussaint was born on 1938-01-14.
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