Richard Gilbert Griffey (November 16, 1938 – September 24, 2010) was an American record producer and music promoter who founded SOLAR Records, an acronym for "Sound of Los Angeles Records". The label played a major role in developing a funk-oriented blend of disco, R&B and soul music during the 1970s and 1980s. As a concert promoter, Griffey arranged bookings for artists such as James Brown, The Sylvers, Aretha Franklin, Jon Gibson, Stevie Wonder and the Jacksons. == Biography == Richard... [more on Wikipedia]
As a songwriter, Dick Griffey first charted in 1975 with Soul Train 75.The artist placed 1 song on the Billboard Hot 100.The artist scored 2 UK Top‑75 entries.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.
Top songs: #1: I Don't Want to Be a Freak (But I Can't Help Myself) - #2: Right in the Socket - #3: Soul Train 75 - #4: It's Still a Thrill/Satisfied
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