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. Publicist Jeremy Westby said Moore died Friday morning in Coral Gables,

Sam Moore, one half of the Sam & Dave duo, died in Coral Gables, Fla. after recovering from surgery. He was 89.

Sam Moore, who was one half of the 1960s duo Sam & Dave and best known for his hit "Soul Man," has died. He was 89.