American soul singer, songwriter, arranger, producer, and label owner from New Orleans, Louisiana.

Founded the record labels [l972025], [l301453], [l34952], [l1007810], [l69883], [l441954], and [l107203].

Often credited along with Raymond Jones

Born on Nov. 9, 1934, in Jackson, Mississippi, his family moved to New Orleans in 1951. Jones died in his sleep on Nov. 5, 2008, at his home in Bolton, Mississippi.