William Edgar John is best known for his classic 1956 No. 1 R&B hit “Fever,” but his recording career had begun as the featured vocalist on the Paul Williams Orchestra’s 1955 tune, “Betty Ann (Ring-A-Ling).” John was born in Cullendale, Arkansas, to Lillie and Mertis John, he was one of ten children. While still a […]

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