Robert Blair (musician)

Robert Earl Blair (August 6, 1930 – March 19, 2001), was an American gospel musician and leader of The Fantastic Violinaires originating from Detroit, Michigan from 1965 until his death. He started his music career, in 1965, with the release of Stand by Me by Checker Records. His album, The Pink Tornado, was released in 1988 by Atlanta International Records, and this was his breakthrough release upon the Billboard magazine Gospel Albums chart. He released 30 albums over the course of his career.

Robert Blair
Birth nameRobert Earl Blair
Born(1930-08-06)August 6, 1930
DiedMarch 19, 2001(2001-03-19) (aged 70)
GenresGospel, traditional black gospel
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter
InstrumentsVocals, singer-songwriter
Years active1965–2001
LabelsChecker, Atlanta International, Malaco, Chess, Gospel Jubilee, Grammercy, Bounce, New Direction
Associated actsThe Fantastic Violinaires

Early life

Blair was born on August 6, 1930,[1] as Robert Earl Blair.[2]

Music career

His music recording career commenced in 1965, with the album, Stand by Me, and it was released by Checker Records.[3] He released an album in 1988 with Atlanta International Records, The Pink Tornado, and it was his breakthrough release upon the Billboard magazine Gospel Albums chart at No. 34.[4] His music career ended at his death in 2001, and by that time he released 30 albums with several labels.[3]

Personal life

Blair died on March 19, 2001, of a heart attack.[5]

Discography
List of selected studio albums, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Peak chart positions[4]
US
Gos
The Pink Tornado
  • Released: 1988
  • Label: Atlanta International
  • CD, digital download
 34

References
  1. Carpenter, Bil (2005). "Uncloudy Days: The Gospel Music Encyclopedia": 47–8. Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  2. Broadcast Music, Inc. "Songwriter/Composer: Blair Robert Earl". Broadcast Music, Inc. Archived from the original on April 30, 2015. Retrieved April 30, 2015.
  3. AllMusic. "Robert Blair : Discography". AllMusic. Retrieved April 30, 2015.
  4. Billboard. "Robert Blair : Awards". AllMusic. Retrieved April 30, 2015.
  5. Staff (March 22, 2001). "Robert Blair Passes". Gospel Flava. Retrieved April 30, 2015.
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