Rex Garvin
Rex Garvin | |
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| Born | July 24, 1940 Harlem, New York City, U.S. |
| Died | December 2, 2013 (aged 73) Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Genres | R&B, soul |
| Occupation(s) | singer, songwriter, arranger |
| Instrument(s) | vocal, keyboards |
| Years active | 1954–1975 |
| Labels | J&S, others |
| Formerly of | The Hearts Johnnie and Joe Marie Knight Rex Garvin and the Mighty Cravers |
Rex Garvin (July 24, 1940 – December 2, 2013) was an American rhythm and blues singer, songwriter, keyboard player and arranger. His writing credits include the 1957 US chart hit "Over the Mountain; Across the Sea", by Johnnie and Joe, and his own 1966 recording "Sock It To 'Em J.B.", later recorded by The Specials.