Elnora Spencer and Otis Redding III

124 Court Square S,Talladega AL 35160

13 February, 2021

Description

Talladega Bottling Works presents a one of a kind live musical performance from Nick Hill, Elnora Spencer, and Otis Redding III Join us at one of Alabama's best music venues for a live performance from Elnora Spencer and Otis Redding III. Otis Redding III A rich family legacy. An enduring name that has been embedded in the hearts of millions around the globe. A history of solid performances for fans in both the United States and in Europe. Not many performers today have such advantages like Otis Redding III. Legendary soul singer Otis Redding left his son with a musical heritage that extends far beyond the hit records for which he is famous. Indeed, Otis Redding III has been bestowed with his father’s unique musical gift, and for nearly 25 years has put this talent to good use by not only touring and performing but also writing and arranging since the early 80’s. An accomplished and recognized artist in his own right, Otis Redding III grew even more as a musician and performer touring with his band The Reddings. He did not realize until much later in his career that it is truly his father’s talent that pulses in his veins. “The music has to have feeling and emotion…” says Otis. “While I’m playing guitar or singing, I don’t proclaim to be a vocalist like my father.” Otis’ reach extends beyond his music and his performances as well. Actively involved in his family’s philanthropic organization, The Otis Redding Foundation, he participates in the annual Otis Redding Singer/Songwriter Camp. Continuing in his family’s tradition of compassion and community contribution, Otis remains dedicated to mentoring both youth and musical hopefuls. Join us in Talladega, Alabama as Otis Redding III delivers a special performance keeping his family’s musical heritage alive. Elnora Spencer was born in Birmingham, Alabama and began singing at the age of four. Music was a family affair. Elnora was strongly influenced by her mother who was a noted gospel singer in the 1950s, a talented grandfather, and two aunts who performed on a local television morning program. At 12, she was performing with Roscoe Robinson. Elnora made a name for herself by taking first place in a singing competition at Jefferson State College in1981. Her vocal talent has led to numerous awards and accomplishments in the field of music. She was a background singer on the documentary Gees Bend Quilt Makers as well as singing with B.B. King, Bobby Blue Bland, Little Milton, Johnny Taylor, Percy Sledge, Millie Jackson, Shirley Brown, Tyrone Davis, Bobby Womack, The Drifters, Benny Latimore, Floyd Taylor, Lenny Williams, Denise LaSalle, and many more. Taylor Hicks had her singing back up on one of his CDs. She has sung with the Alabama Symphony and was honored to sing the National Anthem for the 2007 Bass Master Classic Opening Ceremony. Among her awards, she was named Best Female Vocalist of 2002 by the Birmingham Weekly and was nominated for Birmingham Jazz Hall of Fame. She was inducted into the Alabama Blues Hall of Fame as a Master of Blues Artist. Elnora calls her style “jazzy blues”, but her talent does not end with vocal talents. Ms. Spencer was also featured in the Living Legends Live Series and has had her poetry published in the Southern College Magazine. To relax, she took up painting and excelled in this area as well. She is a successful folk artist having appeared on television and selling over 400 of her paintings thus far. Elnora Spencer will assure you she is still doing what she loves, singing, writing poetry, and painting. Whether performing at a concert around town or playing to a more intimate group at one of the local libraries, her smile and her talent light up the room and touch everyone in the audience.