Famed Detroit producer/songwriter Clarence ‘Clay’ McMurray once stated  “…there are only two real voices in Detroit of any consequence – Emanuel Laskey and James Epps.”

Seen in the context of a post war setting, and ignoring the omnipresence of natives like Aretha, the Motown ensemble and Jackie Wilson, this statement has a resonance and reassurance that bears a lasting testament to two of the best singers to emerge from the Detroit music revolution of the early 1960s.

Neither reached the commercial plateau their talents deserved, yet both made some of the most compelling recordings ever made during that very special decade. Both have distinctive, easily recognizable voices that easily convey the emotions they dealt with. Emanuel Laskey’s career began in 1962 and spanned over two decades. This is his story.       

music: "Lucky To Be Loved (By You)" - Emanuel Laskey (Thelma 103a/Wild Deuce 1003a)

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