Deke Richards
Deke Richards | |
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| Also known as | Deke Lussier |
| Born | Dennis Lussier April 8, 1944 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Died | March 24, 2013 (aged 68) |
| Genres | Rhythm and blues, pop |
| Occupations | Record producer, songwriter |
| Years active | 1962–2013 |
| Label | Motown |
| Formerly of | The Corporation |
Deke Richards (born Dennis Lussier; April 8, 1944 – March 24, 2013), also known as Deke Lussier, was an American songwriter and record producer who was affiliated with Motown. He was a member of both the Clan and the Corporation, the latter a production team that wrote and produced some of the Jackson 5's early hits.