Donny Hathaway

Known most for the festive holiday standard "This Christmas" and his duets with Roberta Flack, Donny Hathaway was one of the brightest voices in soul music throughout the 1970s. Possessed of a smooth, gospel-inflected romantic croon that powered everything from love ballads to fiery protest material, Hathaway was an unequivocal multi-talent -- a masterful composer, arranger, and keyboardist -- and a riveting performer. The musician got his start in the late '60s, arranging the Impressions' "Choice of Colors" and co-writing songs for Flack's debut, among other supporting work. ...