Sam Moore, an iconic Soul singer from the 1970s, inspired several of the biggest musical artists over the years.

CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Sam Moore, the surviving half and higher voice of the 1960s duo Sam & Dave that was known for such definitive hits of the era as “Soul Man” and “Hold On, I’m Comin,’” has died. He was 89.

Today in Music History for Jan. 18:

Soul singer Sam Moore has died aged 89 after complications during a recent surgery. Moore inspired several of the most prominent musical artists over the years, including Michael Jackson and Bruce Springsteen,

Sam Moore, the last surviving member of 1960s soul duo Sam & Dave died on January 10 after complications due to surgery.

Sam Moore, who influenced musicians including Michael Jackson, Al Green and Bruce Springsteen, was inducted with Dave Prater into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992.