“It is with deep regret, but also deep gratitude, that we announce the following about our beloved Merry Clayton,” the statement read. “At approximately 3:30 p.m. Monday, June 16, 2014, Merry was ...

The movie’s enthusiastic reception has given Clayton an overdue opportunity to revisit her underappreciated early-Seventies efforts to build a solo career. Set for release June 25th, The Best of Merry ...

Clayton's vocals on "Gimme Shelter" — which she recorded after being woken in the middle of the night — added a crucial component to the song, and remain a highlight of a distinguished career that she ...

For Black History Month, we're sharing stories of overlooked entertainment trailblazers who made great strides and historic contributions to film, TV, music, literature and more. It might be easier to ...

A June 16 crash in Los Angeles inflicted "major trauma" on the singer, whose website notes, "We are truly grateful that our dear Merry is still with us." By Roy Trakin Merry Clayton Headshot - P 2014 ...

The backup singer on The Rolling Stones’ “Gimme Shelter” thought of the Vietnam War while singing it. “Gimme Shelter” didn’t chart at all in the United States. It was more popular in the United ...

You hear Merry Clayton’s life in her voice. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. In her soul-filled renditions, there is the ...

It might be easier to name a legendary musician who Merry Clayton has not worked with than to list the many great artists she has collaborated with, which include Ray Charles, The Rolling Stones and ...