By Paul Grein Stax: Soulsville U.S.A., Will and Harper ... Other artists signed to the label in its glory years include Rufus Thomas, Carla Thomas, Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Eddie Floyd and ...

noting that Porretta Terme is now home to such landmarks as Rufus Thomas Park, named for the Stax “Crown Prince of Dance” whose hits included “Do the Funky Chicken”; Otis Redding Street ...