Today’s Soul Birthdays – October 31

Benard Edwards – American bass player, singer, songwriter and record producer, known primarily for his work in disco music with guitarist Nile Rodgers, with whom he co-founded Chic.

Dooley Siverspoon – American gospel singer.

Yvonne Wright – American singer and songwriter.

Illnois Jacquet – American jazz tenor saxophonist, best remembered for his solo on “Flying Home”, critically recognized as the first R&B saxophone solo.