Solomon Burke 1940 - 2010

     I came to know his music truly late...about six years ago. But I think I loved it no less than those who were fans for decades.

     It was his Don't Give Up on Me that had me asking who is this singing? I pictured him as a small guy, maybe even scrawny, so I was also surprised so see his pictures. A big man.

    Solomon died early today, in the air, on a flight from L.A. to Amsterdam. He was prodigious in both music and love...leaving behind 21 children, 90 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

     R.I.P.