He helped shape 1970s hits including “For the Love of You” and “Fight the Power.” Later he sang lead on “Caravan of Love,” which reached No. 1 on the R&B chart.

Singer Chris Jasper, who sang with the Isley Brothers and pursued a solo music career as well, died this week at age 73. He was recently diagnosed with cancer.

Chris Jasper, who helped bring the slow-grooving Isley Brothers into an upbeat electronic era, died Sunday at 73.