Percy Sledge
Louisiana Legends Gala
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Awards
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1995
Duration: 00:13:02
Subjects: Sledge, Percy | Music | Rhythm and blues music | Singers | When a Man Loves a Woman (song)
Contributors:
- Weill, Gus Host
- Sledge, Percy Speaker
Description
This segment from the 1995 Louisiana Legends Gala features a speech by Percy Sledge accepting his recognition as a Louisiana Legend. Sledge is a Rhythm and Blues and Soul singer. He also performs his biggest hit, “When a Man Loves a Woman.” Host: Gus Weill