Mable John, 1st female artist signed to Tamla Records, dead@91. The iconic vocalist was celebrated for her work with Berry Gordy, friends with Chuck D

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very sad to report the death of Motown, Stax and "20 Feet From Stardom" singing star Mable John...might post best songs when i finish watching European soccer

Mable John, Motown's first solo female artist signed by Berry Gordy, has died at 91

John was the older sister of R&B legend Little Willie John, toured with Ray Charles and appeared in the movie "Honeydripper."

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