Earl Grant

Earl Grant was a Chicago soul singer who recorded for Vee-Jay Records in the 1960s. He's best remembered for his 1963 recording of 'The End,' a song that became an R&B hit. His version had a raw, emotional quality that stood out at the time.

He released several albums in that period, including one simply called 'The End' in 1963 and 'Soul Serenade' a couple of years later. His singing drew from gospel and blues, giving his soul music a particular weight. Another song people know is 'At The End Of a Rainbow.'

Grant worked with some respected session players, including guitarist Phil Upchurch and drummer Bernard Purdie. His career was complicated by personal difficulties and a sometimes contentious relationship with the music business. He died in 1979.