Legendary Guitarist Steve Cropper Passes Away
Update: 2025-12-04
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Steve Cropper, the legendary guitarist who shaped the Memphis soul sound, has passed away at eighty-four. A Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Croppers unique style defined hits for Stax Records artists like Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett. He played on timeless classics and co-wrote hits, including Otis Reddings (Sittin On) The Dock of the Bay. Croppers contributions earned him two Grammy Awards and a lifetime achievement award, solidifying his status as a musical pioneer.
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