On April 16, 1929, Roy Hamilton was born in Leesburg, Georgia. Known for his powerful baritone voice and passionate delivery, Hamilton rose to fame in the 1950s with hits like “Unchained Melody” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” Blending gospel, pop, and R&B, he became a musical bridge between the crooner era and emerging soul. His vocal style influenced artists like Elvis Presley and Sam Cooke. Though his life was cut short at age 40, Hamilton’s emotional intensity and vocal range left a lasting mark on American music history.
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