the persuasions

Persuasions Leader Jerry Lawson Dead at 75

Jerry Lawson, who for four decades was the lead singer of the eclectic cult-favorite a cappella group the Persuasions, has died. He was 75.
Associated Press / July 12, 2019

A Cappella Group The Persuasions Sue UMG, WMG, Sony/ATV & More Over 48 Years of Unpaid Royalties

A Brooklyn a cappella group known for its five part harmonies is suing five record labels for millions of dollars in damages in New York…

Apple is Being Sued for Using Jamie xx’s “I Know There’s Gonna Be (Good Times)”

The most beloved track from Jamie xx's 2015 Grammy-nominated album In Colour was "I Know There's Gonna Be (Good Times)," featuring Young Thug and Popcaan. It…
Winston Cook-Wilson / January 25, 2017

The Persuasions Say Jamie xx Didn’t Contact Them to Clear ‘Good Times’ Sample

Update: A representative for Jamie xx told 'SPIN' that "the sample has been cleared." One of the most alluring parts of the killer new…
James Grebey / May 22, 2015
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