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Foster Sylvers, Voice of 'Boogie Fever,' Dies at 64
31 May
Summary
- Foster Sylvers, child star and member of The Sylvers, has passed away.
- He died at age 64 after a battle with metastatic prostate cancer.
- His hit song 'Misdemeanor' was later sampled by hip-hop artists.
The music world is mourning the loss of Foster Sylvers, a prominent singer, songwriter, and producer. Sylvers, who died on May 30 at the age of 64, was a key figure in the R&B sound of the 1970s.
He first gained recognition as a solo artist in 1973 with his hit song 'Misdemeanor.' This track achieved significant success on the Billboard R&B charts and led to appearances on popular television programs. Foster then joined his siblings in The Sylvers, a highly successful family group.
Together, The Sylvers produced numerous hits, including the chart-topping 'Boogie Fever,' which helped define the R&B, soul, and disco genres of the era. Beyond his performance career, Sylvers also contributed as a songwriter and producer throughout the 1980s and beyond. His distinctive voice and musical contributions leave a lasting legacy.
