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Rufus

American musical group
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  • The “Queen of Funk,” Chaka Khan
    Chaka Khan
    / Singing career: Rufus

    …members of the funk band Rufus asked her to replace departing singer Paulette McWilliams. Khan’s powerful voice and captivating performances brought more attention to Rufus, and in 1973 the group signed with ABC Records. Later that year the band released its self-titled debut album, but the recording did not perform…

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    …members of the funk band Rufus asked her to replace departing singer Paulette McWilliams. Khan’s powerful voice and captivating performances brought more attention to Rufus, and in 1973 the group signed with ABC Records. Later that year the band released its self-titled debut album, but the recording did not perform…

    Read More