Clarence Avant
Acting
Born: 1931-02-25 in Climax, North Carolina, USA
Biography
Legendary behind-the-scenes music figure. Founded Sussex Records in 1969 with artists on their roster that included Bill Withers, Dennis Coffey, Gallery, and Rodriguez before folding in 1975.
Known For
The Color Purple
African Musician
Searching for Sugar Man
Self
2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Self
The Black Godfather
Self
Listen Up: The Lives of Quincy Jones
Self
Still Bill
Self