Alex Bradford

Alex Bradford
Bradford c. 1977
Background information
Born(1927-01-23)January 23, 1927
Bessemer, Alabama, U.S.
OriginNew York City, Chicago, Illinois
DiedFebruary 15, 1978(1978-02-15) (aged 51)
Newark, New Jersey, U.S.
GenresGospel
OccupationsSinger, musician, composer
Years active1931–1978
LabelsApollo, Specialty, Savoy, Gospel, Vee-Jay, Checker, Nashboro, Columbia, Jubilee
Formerly ofThe Bradford Singers, The Bradford Specials

Alex Bradford (January 23, 1927 – February 15, 1978) was an American gospel composer, singer, arranger and choir director, who was an influence on artists such as Little Richard, Bob Marley and Ray Charles, and who helped bring about the modern mass choir movement in gospel.

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