About Bill Sheppard
Lived 1922 – 1997 (aged 75). Bill Sheppard was an American record producer and composer.
William Edward "Bunky" Sheppard (March 20, 1922 – July 2, 1997) was an American music promoter and producer of the 1950s and 1960s. Chicago-based, he eventually became Vice President of 20th Century Fox Records (1978–1992).
Life and career William Edward Sheppard was born in New Orleans on March 20, 1922. He promoted such groups as The Esquires ("Get on Up", "And Get Away", and "Girls in the City"), The Sheppards and others. Sheppard died in Los Angeles on July 2, 1997, at the age of 55.
Discography "Burnin'", The Bill Sheppard Combo on Ewart Abner's Abner Records
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Who was Bill Sheppard?
American record producer (1922-1997)
When was Bill Sheppard born?
Bill Sheppard was born on 20 March 1922 in New Orleans.
When did Bill Sheppard die?
Bill Sheppard died on 2 July 1997 in Los Angeles.
What was Bill Sheppard's occupation?
Bill Sheppard was a record producer and composer.
What nationality was Bill Sheppard?
Bill Sheppard was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Sheppard (music producer)
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