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Walter "Bunny" Sigler (born March 27, 1941 – died October 6, 2017) was an American singer, songwriter, and music producer. He was known for his work in R&B and soul music. Bunny Sigler played many instruments and helped create the famous "Philly Sound" in the 1970s. He worked closely with the well-known music team of Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff.

Bunny Sigler's Music Journey

Bunny Sigler was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the United States. His family gave him the nickname "Bunny" when he was very young. He started singing in churches and joined local doo-wop groups. One of these groups was called the Opals.

In the late 1950s, Bunny began performing as a singer and pianist. He made his first recordings in 1959. Later, Leon Huff suggested him to producers at Cameo-Parkway Records. His song "Let the Good Times Roll & Feel So Good" became a hit in 1967. It reached #20 on the R&B charts and #22 on the pop charts.

Working with Philadelphia International Records

Around 1970, Bunny Sigler started working with Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. They were at Philadelphia International Records. He became a songwriter for many artists there. He wrote songs for groups like the O'Jays. He also discovered a group called Instant Funk.

Bunny Sigler began recording as a singer again. In 1973, his version of "Tossin' and Turnin'" was a success. He had more R&B hits in the mid-1970s, including his own version of "Love Train". He also released several albums. On these albums, he was backed by the famous MFSB musicians.

Later Career and Collaborations

Bunny Sigler continued to write and produce music for many artists. These included the Whispers, Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes, Patti LaBelle, and Curtis Mayfield. He also sang on the TV show "Soul Train."

In 1977, he joined the Gold Mind label. There, he had his biggest R&B hit, "Let Me Party With You (Party, Party, Party)." This song reached #8 on the R&B charts in 1978. He also worked with Instant Funk on their hit song "I Got My Mind Made Up." In 1978, his song "Only You" with Loleatta Holloway was also a big hit.

Into the 1980s, Bunny Sigler kept writing and producing. He even co-wrote "The Ruler's Back" for the famous rapper Jay-Z. In 2007, he sang the 23rd Psalm at a special ceremony. This event honored the Tuskegee Airmen at the United States Capitol.

Bunny Sigler passed away on October 6, 2017, at the age of 76.

Discography

Studio albums

• 1967: Let the Good Times Roll & Feel So Good (Parkway PS-50,000)
• 1974: That's How Long I'll Be Loving You (Philadelphia International)
• 1975: Keep Smilin' (Philadelphia International)
• 1976: My Music (Philadelphia International)
• 1977: Locked in This Position (with Barbara Mason)
• 1977: Let Me Party With You (Gold Mind)
• 1979: I've Always Wanted to Sing ... Not Just Write Songs (Gold Mind)
• 1980: Let It Snow (Sal-Soul)
• 2003: Let Me Love You Tonight (Grapevine Records)
• 2008: The Lord's Prayer (101 Distribution)
• 2012: From Bunny With Love & a Little Soul (Bun-Z Music & Records)
• 2012: "When You're in Love at Christmas Time" (Bun-Z Music & Records)'
• 2015: Bundino (Bun-Z Music & Records)

Compilation albums

• 1996: The Best of Bunny Sigler: Sweeter Than the Berry (Sony/Legacy)
• 1998: Bunny Sigler (Sony Special Products)
• 2006: The Best of Philly Soul — Vol. 2 (That Philly Sound)
• 2007: A Soulful Tale of Two Cities (Soul Renaissance Records)

Songs performed by Sigler appear on 53 compilations

Singles

• 1965 "For Crying Out Loud" US Decca
• 1966: "Comparatively Speaking" US Decca
• 1966: "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow" US Decca
• 1966: "Girl Don't Make Me Wait"
• 1967: "Let The Good Times Roll & Feel So Good" (#22 pop, #20 R&B)
• 1967: "Lovey Dovey / You're So Fine" (#86 pop)
• 1967: "Follow Your Heart" / "Can You Dig It"
• 1967: "There's No Love Left (In This Old Heart of Mine)"
• 1970: "Don't Stop Doing What You're Doing"
• 1970: "Where Do The Lonely Go"
• 1972: "Heaven Knows I've Changed"
• 1973: "Theme For Five Fingers of Death"
• 1973: "Tossin' and Turnin'" (#97 pop, #38 R&B)
• 1974: "Love Train (Part 1)" (#28 R&B)
• 1974: "Keep Smilin'" (#46 R&B)
• 1975: "Shake Your Booty"
• 1976: "My Music" (#98 R&B)
• 1977: "Let Me Party With You (Party, Party, Party)" (#43 pop, #8 R&B)
• 1977: "Locked in This Position" (with Barbara Mason)
• 1978: "I Got What You Need" (#42 R&B)
• 1978: "Only You" (with Loleatta Holloway) (#87 pop, #11 R&B)
• 1978: "Don't Even Try (Give It Up)" (#94 R&B)
• 1979: "By The Way You Dance (I Knew It Was You)" (#37 R&B)
• 1979: "Glad To Be Your Lover"
• 1986: "What Would You Do Without Love"
• 2001: "Are You a Freak (Like Me?)" (with Prince Dred)
• 2007: "Got To Give It Up"
• 2015: "When I Think of You"
• 2015: "Buttermilk and Cornbread"
• 2016: "Lavada"