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Brenton Wood, born Alfred Jesse Smith in 1941 in Shreveport, Louisiana, grew up in San Pedro, California, and became a defining voice in festive, upbeat soul with doo-wop and pop accents. His career spans decades on the oldies circuit, with chart-topping moments in the late 1960s and a lasting influence on film, TV, and cover versions. Here’s a concise look at his life, music, and the touring that kept his sound alive for fans everywhere.