Allen Toussaint

About

Musician, composer, record producer, and pivotal figure on the New Orleans R&B scene. He was covered by numerous other musicians.

Before Fame

He once played with Earl King's band when he was only 17 as a substitute for Huey Smith.

Trivia

He was inducted into several Halls of Fame, including the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998, the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame in 2009, and the Blues Hall of Fame in 2011.

Family Life

He grew up in the Get Down neighborhood of New Orleans in a shotgun house. His mother was known for hosting numerous musicians.

Associated With

His song "Ruler of My Heart" was covered as "Pain in My Heart" by Otis Redding.