Died On This Date (December 4, 2010) Jimy Rogers / Lead Singer Of The Mauds
themusicsover James “Jimy” Rogers
DOB Unknown – December 4, 2010
Jimy Rogers was the lead singer of Chicago-area rock unit, the Mauds. Formed in 1965, the band built a sizable regional following thanks to their rockin’ R&B sound and the charisma of Rogers. While other local bands were mimicking the British Invasion of the time, the Mauds stuck by their soul roots. By some accounts, they were the first all-white band to play at the legendary Chess Studios. On stage, it was Rogers who wowed the audiences with his all-out sweat drenched performances. During the late ’60s, the band scored a handful of regional hits which included “Hold On,” “Soul Drippin,” and “Knock On Wood.” Over the course of an on-and-off run that spanned over 40 yars, they recorded for such labels as Mercury, Philips, and RCA. Jimy Rogers died of cancer on December 4, 2010. He was 63.
Thanks to Gary Case for the assist.
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