Remembering Sam Moore (October 12, 1935 – January 10, 2025) The world has lost a true soul pioneer. Sam Moore, celebrated as one half of the legendary duo Sam & Dave, gave us music that will never be forgotten. With an unmistakable voice and a stage presence that could light up any room, Moore helped define the golden era of soul with classics like “Soul Man” and “Hold On, I’m Comin’.” Born in Miami, Sam’s journey from gospel roots to international fame was marked by passion, resilience, and a g

Sam Moore has died and with him a whole lifetime of classic soul singing. Tower of Power had the privilege of featuring Sam singing "Mr. Pitiful" on our recording ‘The Great American Soulbook’ and he also joined us live at the Fillmore Auditorium for our 40th Anniversary Celebration which was released on a CD/DVD. I was blessed to record him in the studio here in Phoenix and it was a dream come true. I’d seen Sam & Dave when I was 16yrs old at Basin Street West in San Francisco and it radically

SOUL ARCHITECT SAM MOORE DIES AT 89 By Bridgett Nesbit CORAL GABLES, Fla. — Sam Moore, the explosive tenor whose soaring vocals defined the Stax Records era and birthed the immortal anthem "Soul Man," has died. He was 89. Moore passed away Jan. 10 at his home in Florida following complications from a recent surgery, his wife, Joyce Moore, confirmed. As one half of the legendary duo Sam & Dave, Moore served as a primary architect of 1960s soul. Alongside partner Dave Prater, he delivered a string

Happy 82nd birthday to original "Soul Man," Sam Moore! Still going strong, Sam performed his signature hit (and The Blues Brothers' anthem) last month at Jimmy Vivino's NYC BLUES REVUE, a Greg Williamson concert to benefit The Blues Foundation. Video: Jennifer Bergeron | The Blues Foundation