More than half a century since the release of “Layla,” one of the most iconic tracks in Eric Clapton’s canon, Rita Coolidge ...

In 1971, Coolidge also showed up on Graham Nash’s solo debut, Songs for Beginners, singing harmony on “Simple Man,” “There’s Only One,” “Chicago,” “We Can Change the World” “Military Madness,” and ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Gai Terrell/Redferns / L. Cohen/WireImage via Getty While Derek and the Dominos’ Layla is ...

In late 1970, singer Rita Coolidge, who had graduated from Florida State University three years earlier, was having her promotional photos taken for her upcoming, self-titled debut album on A&M ...

Rita Coolidge—armed with a crystal clear voice and proficiency across genres—has been a secret weapon of sorts in the music industry. Her immensely impressive solo catalog aside, she has also been a ...

In the early 1970s, Rita Coolidge won fans as a backup singer for Delaney and Bonnie, Stephen Stills, Leon Russell and Joe Cocker. She also won awards for country duets with former husband, Kris ...