Arthur Prysock
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Singers · 1929–1997

Arthur Prysock

American singer (1929–1997)

Born
2 January 1929
Spartanburg
Died
14 June 1997
Hamilton
Country
United States
Active
1944–
Record labels
Verve Records
Discography
32 albums

Biography

Arthur Prysock was a jazz musician who played voice. Arthur Prysock was born on 2 January 1929 in Spartanburg and died on 14 June 1997 in Hamilton. The music is usually filed under jazz and soul jazz. Record labels: Verve Records. The discography here lists 32 albums, from “I Worry About You” (1960) to “Today’s Love Songs, Tomorrow’s Blues” (1988).

Arthur Prysock Jr. (January 1, 1924 or 1929 – June 21, 1997) was an American jazz and R&B singer best known for his live shows and his deep baritone, influenced by Billy Eckstine. According to his obituary in The New York Times, "his heavy, deep voice projected a calm, reassuring virility."

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Discography

Studio and live albums

I Worry About You 1960
Arthur Prysock Sings Only for You 1962
A Portrait of Arthur Prysock 1963
Coast to Coast 1963
Everlasting Songs for Everlasting Lovers 1964
In a Mood With 1964
Intimately Yours 1964
A Double Header With Arthur Prysock 1965
Strictly Sentimental 1965
Art & Soul 1966
Arthur Prysock / Count Basie 1966 · Verve
Mr. Arthur Prysock and Guest 1966
Love Me 1967
Mister Prysock 1967
I Must Be Doing Something Right 1968
To Love or Not to Love 1968
The Country Side Of 1969
The Lord Is My Shepherd 1969
This Is My Beloved 1969
Where the Soul Trees Grow 1969
Fly My Love 1970
Funny Thing 1970
Unforgettable 1970
Arthur Prysock ’74 1974
Love Makes It Right 1974
All My Life 1976
Arthur Prysock Does It Again! 1977
Here’s to Good Friends 1978
A Rockin’ Good Way 1985
This Guy’s in Love With You 1987
Today’s Love Songs, Tomorrow’s Blues 1988
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Albums where Arthur Prysock is credited as a sideman

2009 The Split — Quincy Jones vocals

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Arthur Prysock play?

Arthur Prysock is known for playing voice.

When and where was Arthur Prysock born?

Arthur Prysock was born 2 January 1929 in Spartanburg.

What are Arthur Prysock's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include Arthur Prysock / Count Basie (1966), I Worry About You (1960), Arthur Prysock Sings Only for You (1962), A Portrait of Arthur Prysock (1963) and Coast to Coast (1963).

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