SUBJECT ID: 1413203

Clarence Avant

DOB: 1931-02-25

ORIGIN: Climax, North Carolina, USA

KNOWN FOR: Acting

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.

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Clarence Avant

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