King, Ben E., 1938-2015

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August 29, 2025

27:40

Roots of R&B: Singer Ben E. King

Ben E. King was the lead singer of The Drifters, and later went solo with such hits as "Stand By Me" and "Spanish Harlem." He died 2015. Originally broadcast in 1988.

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May 8, 2015

21:16

'Fresh Air' Remembers Soul Singer Ben E. King

The crooner sang lead for the Drifters and became famous for the classic hit "Stand By Me." King died April 30th. Fresh Air remembers him with this interview. Originally broadcast in 1988.

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Roots of R&B: Singer Ben E. King

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