Samuel Cooke[5] (né Cook; January 22, 1931 [6] – December 11, 1964) [5] was an American soul singer and songwriter. Considered one of the most influential soul artists of all time, Cooke is …

Dec 7, 2025 · Sam Cooke, American singer, songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur, was a major figure in the history of popular music and one of the most influential Black vocalists of the post …

Mar 18, 2025 · Sam Cooke, often recognized as the father of soul music, emerged as a powerful voice in the music industry during the late 1950s and early 1960s. Born Samuel Cook in …

Samuel Cooke was an American soul singer and songwriter. Considered one of the most influential soul artists of all time, Cooke is commonly referred to as the "...

1 day ago · Nicole Cooke-Johnson opens up about running her late grandfather Sam Cooke’s estate and her role in his enduring legacy.

10 hours ago · The granddaughter of Sam Cooke, the influential 1960’s soul singer, is opening up about her role as the manager of her late relative’s estate. Nicole Cooke-Johnson, the …

1 day ago · Nicole Cooke-Johnson admitted that running grandfather Sam Cooke's estate “can be difficult,” as she knows just how important it is to properly convey all that Cooke stood for to a …