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CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Sam Moore, the surviving half and higher voice of the 1960s duo Sam & Dave that was known for such definitive hits of the era as “Soul Man” and “Hold On, I’m Comin,’” has died. He was 89.

Sam Moore, the last surviving member of 1960s soul duo Sam & Dave died on January 10 after complications due to surgery.

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Soul singer Sam Moore has died aged 89 after complications during a recent surgery. Moore inspired several of the most prominent musical artists over the years, including Michael Jackson and Bruce Springsteen,

Sam Moore, who influenced musicians including Michael Jackson, Al Green and Bruce Springsteen, was inducted with Dave Prater into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992.

Sam Moore, part of the 1960s duo Sam & Dave known for hits like "Soul Man" and "Hold On, I’m Comin’," has died. He was 89.

Sam Moore, who was one half of the iconic 1960s duo Sam & Dave, has died at the age of 89, it has been confirmed. He suffered complications during his recovery from surgery

Sam Moore, the surviving half and higher voice of the 1960s duo Sam & Dave that was known for such definitive hits of the era as “Soul Man” and “Hold On, I’m Comin,’” has died. He was 89.

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His publicist said Moore died on Friday morning in Florida, United States, due to complications while recovering from surgery.

Sam Moore, an iconic Soul singer from the 1970s, inspired several of the biggest musical artists over the years.