Art Rupe, Who Brought Rhythm and Blues to the Mainstream, Dies at 104

As the founder of the independent label Specialty Records, he helped set the table for the rock ’n’ roll era by signing performers like Little Richard.As the founder of the independent label Specialty Records, he helped set the table for the rock ’n’ roll era by signing performers like Little Richard.Read MoreRupe, Art, Deaths (Obituaries), Specialty Records, Audio Recordings, Downloads and Streaming, Rhythm and Blues (Music), Blues Music, Pop and Rock Music, Gospel Music, Little Richard, Price, Lloyd