Who was Wilson Pickett?

Wilson Pickett (1941–2006) was an American singer and songwriter known for his explosive style that helped define the soul music of the 1960s. His gospel-trained vocal delivery was marked by the fervor of religious conviction. Pickett’s indelible hits include “In the Midnight Hour” (1965), “Mustang Sally,” and “Land of 1000 Dances” (both 1966).