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This resolution commends Haywood Tucker, an Atlanta native and notable music recording professional, recognizing his significant contributions to the music industry and local community. Tucker began his career by recording his own band in his parents' living room and went on to establish Haywood's Recording Studio in 1978, where he worked with numerous legendary musicians including The SOS Band, Curtis Mayfield, and members of The Temptations. Beyond music, Tucker also recorded prominent political figures like civil rights icon John Lewis, Atlanta Mayor Maynard Jackson, and civil rights activist Jesse Jackson, earning him the nickname "Splice King" for his exceptional tape editing skills. The resolution highlights Tucker's ongoing musical involvement with his family and acknowledges his importance to Georgia's cultural landscape, with the House of Representatives formally recognizing his achievements, extending best wishes for his continued success, and directing the House Clerk to provide him with an official copy of the resolution as a formal acknowledgment of his contributions.

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71583