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Pearl Dowell

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Pearl Dowell (1940–2022) was an American soul singer best known for her rare and funky tracks recorded in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Her music has been rediscovered by soul enthusiasts and collectors through various deep-funk and soul compilations. ...Read more on Last.fm
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Pearl Dowell (1940–2022) was an American soul singer best known for her rare and funky tracks recorded in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Her music has been rediscovered by soul enthusiasts and collectors through various deep-funk and soul compilations. Musical Career Dowell's recording career was brief but impactful, primarily centered around Saadia Records, a label based in Florida. Signature Tracks: Her most famous release is the 1970 single "It's All Over / Good Things". Style: Her sound is categorized as Sister Funk and deep soul, characterized by raw, powerful vocals and tight instrumentation. Collaborations: Her work often featured prominent musicians like guitarist Little Beaver (Willie Hale), who co-arranged "Good Things". Legacy: While she did not achieve mainstream fame in her era, her songs are frequently featured on Numero Group compilations like Eccentric Soul: The Saadia Label and Beehive Breaks. <a href="https://www.last.fm/music/Pearl+Dowell">Read more on Last.fm</a>. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.