Born in Dawson, Ga., Otis Redding, Jr. and his family moved to Macon when he was two years old. At an early age, he began his career as a singer and musician in the choir of the Vineville Baptist Church.  On this episode, we will discuss this legend that left us all too soon.  If you are anywhere near Macon, GA and are looking for something for a musically-interested young person to do this summer. Check out all the programs and camps available through the Otis Redding Foundation: https://otisreddingfoundation.org   Book mentioned: "Otis Redding: An Unfinished Life" by Jonathan Gould, https://amzn.to/3wgbnKH   Otis Redding Museum: https://otisreddingfoundation.org/about-us/visit-us/   Stax Museum:  https://staxmuseum.com   Best of all, take a listen, Otis Redding playlist: https://spoti.fi/3LbxLZH   Want to connect? Join our Patreon Community of supporters for a Southern Sister Chat BONUS episode, perks and SWAG: https://www.patreon.com/steelmagnolias Sign up for our mailing list: https://mailchi.mp/e3cef217a5e7/sweetnews  Instagram @SteelMagnoliasPodcast Transcript available at: https://steelmagnoliaspodcast.com/