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Originally Posted by grindy
I don't usually like soul, but I've been enjoying Bill Withers a lot lately.
Really like his soulful, but somewhat laid-back singing, the chilled, but funky grooves and the arrangements (especially the swelling strings).
Could someone recommend similar artists?
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When I think of Bill Withers, I usually think of Richie Havens (and vice versa.)
Richie is much more on the folk side than the soul/funk side, though, so he might not be what you have in mind.
Richie Havens: The Lost Broadcasts DVD
The Isley Brothers recorded an album of mostly folk/rock covers in 1971, called "Givin' It Back" which includes a song by Bill Withers with Bill himself on guitar. Might be closer to what you're looking for.
The Isley Brothers - Cold Bologna (1971)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...wZ_AUdTLW8Thfw