Remembering Allen Toussaint on the 8th Anniversary of his death

Remembering Allen Toussaint, 8 Years Later

It has been exactly 8 long years since ‘Southern Nights’ author Allen Toussaint died in Madrid on November 10, 2015 at the age of 77. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Today, fans of Allen Toussaint along with the rest of the music world have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Toussaint, a cultural icon

Born in New Orleans on January 14, 1938, Allen Toussaint's career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Toussaint was not just a great singer, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique musical heritage.

It's been 8 years since the tragic loss of Allen Toussaint and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Allen Toussaint is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Allen Toussaint.

Allen Toussaint career in pictures

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