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Lot #909
Otis Redding

Tragic soul singer gets every penny of royalties from a song which would later be captured live at the Whiskey

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Tragic soul singer gets every penny of royalties from a song which would later be captured live at the Whiskey

Singer, known as the “King of Soul,” who died tragically in a plane crash at the age of 26; a month thereafter “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay” was posthumously released and became his only number one single. DS, signed “Otis Redding, Jr,” one page, 8.5 x 14, May 19, 1965. Royalties agreement between Redding and East Publications Inc. In which Redding sells the rights to his song, ‘I’m Depending On You,’ with Redding receiving five cents per copy of piano copies and orchestration, fifty percent of all foreign sales, mechanical reproductions, and performing fees. Agreement further states that Redding receives 100% of the money. Neatly signed at the bottom in black ink by Redding. In fine condition, with a few light wrinkles and bends. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #359 - Ended July 14, 2010





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