Bellcrank Bellcrank A bellcrank is a type of crank that changes motion through an angle. The angle can be any angle from 0 to 360 degrees, but 90 degrees and 180 degrees are most common. The name comes from its first use, changing the vertical pull on a rope to a horizontal pull on the striker of a bell, used for calling staff in large houses or commercial establishments. A typical 90 degree bellcrank consists of an "L" shaped crank pivoted where the two arms of the L meet. Moving rods (or cables or ropes) are attached to the ends of
360 Degrees of Billy Paul was similarly enthusiastic in discussing how Paul's sound developed over the years from the early club jazz of "Feelin' Good at the Cadillac Club" (1968) to the merging of jazz and soul on "Going East" (1971): "and then we did Billy's "360 Degrees" album and it all came together with "Me & Mrs. Jones." During his appearance on "Soul Train" in October 1972, Paul was asked by host Don Cornelius whether he had a jazz background. Paul used the opportunity to promote his new album and highlight its diverse styles: “That's very correct. I've been singing since I was 11.