Rick James was an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and musician known for his influential role in the funk music genre. Born in Buffalo, New York in 1948, he showcased his talents as a guitarist and pianist, gaining fame for his dynamic performances and hit songs. He faced various personal challenges, but his music remains celebrated for its impact on the industry. James passed away in 2004 in Burbank, California, at the age of 56 due to a heart attack, a stroke, and diabetes.
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Time Zone - America/New_York (5:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - Rick
powerful ruler, brave warrior
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Rick James belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Buffalo
Place of Death: Los Angeles
Cause of Death: myocardial infarction
Educated At: Orchard Park High School | Bennett High School
Occupation: guitarist | songwriter | singer-songwriter | pianist | record producer | singer | composer
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Ephemeris for February 1, 1948
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on February 1, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for February 1, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 11 Aquarius 45 | 13 Aquarius 5 | 28 Aries 33 |
| Moon | 7 Scorpio 56 | 25 Pisces 0 | 23 Leo 49 |
| Mercury | 29 Aquarius 35 | 7 Aquarius 34 | 17 Aries 16 |
| Venus | 17 Pisces 50 | 28 Pisces 0 | 14 Gemini 10 |
| Mars | 3 Virgo 47 | 20 Cancer 16 | 20 Leo 22 |
| Jupiter | 21 Sagittarius 23 | 11 Gemini 17 | 28 Sagittarius 49 |
| Saturn | 20 Leo 21 | 17 Pisces 26 | 16 Leo 15 |
| Uranus | 22 Gemini 28 | 23 Taurus 16 | 23 Gemini 10 |
| Neptune | 12 Libra 54 | 27 Pisces 59 | 11 Libra 9 |
| Pluto | 13 Leo 48 | 2 Aquarius 4 | 12 Leo 33 |
| Rahu | 19 Taurus 8 | 29 Pisces 48 | 15 Taurus 3 |
| Ketu | 19 Scorpio 8 | 29 Virgo 48 | 15 Scorpio 3 |
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