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Biography
Born in Alabama and raised on the south side of Chicago, the soulful influences of his roots can still be heard in the music of Norman Paul Cotton. He took up the guitar in his early teens and followed this passion through to the place he finds himself today, 'a legend in his own write'. The unmatched talent, artistry and staying power of Paul Cotton is an inspiration to so many of us.
Touring and recording with various bands in the late 50s, and well into the 60's, including; the Capitols, Mus-twangs, Gentrys and Rovin' Kind, he then formed the Illinois Speed Press, where Paul was discovered while performing, landing a major recording contract for his new band. After two albums for Columbia Records, Paul was asked to join the critically acclaimed, Country Rock band POCO, where he spent the better part of four decades as it's dominant songwriter, lead vocalist and lead guitarist.
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