Tributes have been paid to Gwen McCrae, the much-loved and influential US funk and soul singer, who has died aged 81 after a long illness. Affectionately known as the "queen of the rare groove", ...

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DJ Dave Pearce said: "Sad to learn of the passing of soul legend Gwen McCrae - thanks for all the amazing tunes..." Getty Images Known as the "queen of the rare groove", McCrae's music has been ...