The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Monday 24 December 2012

Tribute Mondays: T-Bone Walker

Aaron Thibeaux "T-Bone" Walker (May 28, 1910 – March 16, 1975) 


  The extraordinaire, legend, T-Bone Walker, was a multi-instrumentalist and Grandfather of Modern Music. He was and still is a classic in every sense; thank you for your contribution Sir, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a nice Monday: Wichita Falls Blues , Trinity river blues , Mean old World , Bobby Sox Blues , West side baby and Call it Stormy Monday (But Tuesday's just as bad)


  
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T-Bone_Walker 
Background information
Birth nameAaron Thibeaux Walker
Also known asOak Cliff T-Bone.[1]
BornMay 28, 1910
Linden, Texas,United States
DiedMarch 16, 1975 (aged 64)
Los Angeles, California, United States
GenresBluesTexas bluesChicago bluesjump bluesWest Coast blues
OccupationsMusician, Composer,Bandleader
InstrumentsGuitar, Vocals, piano, banjo,ukuleleviolinmandolin
Years active1928–1975
LabelsAtlanticBlack & BlueBlack & White, Blues Way Records,BrunswickCapitolCharly,ColumbiaDukeImperial,ModernPolydorReprise

Sunday 23 December 2012

Sammy Davis Jr.

Samuel George "Sammy" Davis, Jr. (December 8, 1925 – May 16, 1990) 


   Actor, Singer and Tap Dancer, Sammy Davis Jr., was an Artist that changed Entertainment with his display of his many talents over a long career. Please take a listen here and have a fun Sunday: What kind of fool am I , Singing in the rain , Somethings gotta give , I've gotta be me , Barettas theme (keep your eye on the sparrow) and The Candy Man

  
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sammy_Davis,_Jr. 
Basic Information
BornSamuel George Davis, Jr.
December 8, 1925
Harlem, New YorkUnited States
Died
May 16, 1990 (aged 64)
Beverly Hills, California,United States
Interred: Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, California
Cause of deathThroat cancer
OccupationSinger, tap dancer, actor, musician
Years active1928–1990
ReligionJudaism
Spouse(s)Loray White (1958–1959)
May Britt (1960–1968)
Altovise Davis (1970–1990)
ChildrenTracey (b. 1961)
Mark (b. 1960)
Jeff (b. 1964)
Manny (b. 1988)
ParentsSammy Davis, Sr. (father)
Elvera Sanchez (mother)

Saturday 22 December 2012

Jazz Greats: Sonny Stitt

Edward "Sonny" Stitt (born Edward Boatner, Jr., February 2, 1924 – July 22, 1982) 


   Sonny Stitt recorded over 100 Albums, and was one of the first Artist to experiment with the electric Saxophone. His sound was similar to Charlie Parker by coincidence, but his endless efforts and work ethics solidified him as a Great: Please take a listen here and have a exciting Saturday: The night has a thousand nights , Dark eyes , Lovers come back and Tune up



  
  


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonny_Stitt 
Background information
Birth nameEdward Boatner, Jr.
Also known asSonny Stitt
BornFebruary 2, 1924
BostonMassachusettsUSA
DiedJuly 22, 1982 (aged 58)
Washington, D.C., USA
GenresJazzbebophard bop
OccupationsSaxophonist
InstrumentsTenor saxophonealto saxophone
Associated actsBilly EckstineGene Ammons,Eddie DavisCharlie Parker,Miles Davis

Friday 21 December 2012

The Singers: Carla Thomas

Carla Thomas (born December 21, 1942, MemphisTennessee


   The Queen of Memphis Soul, Carla Thomas is responsible for giving Stax Records National exposure and Label recognition. The music released by this Singer is not popularized like most Artist from the sixties, but her catalog speaks for itself. Please take a listen here and have a fun Weekend: Knock on wood (with Otis Redding) cause I love you (with Rufus Thomas) , Comfort me , Gee Whiz it's ChristmasTramp (with Otis Redding) ,  and Gee whiz (look at his eyes)


 
 


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carla_Thomas 
Basic Information
BornDecember 21, 1942 (age 69)
MemphisTennesseeUnited States
GenresMemphis soul
Southern soul
Soul
OccupationsVocalist
InstrumentsVocals
LabelsStax
Associated actsRufus ThomasOtis Redding





Thursday 20 December 2012

Reggae Thursdays: Bob Andy

Bob Andy (born Keith Anderson,  28 October 1944 – died 27 March 2020)



Source: Bob Andy - The Music Inside Me | Releases | Discogs

   Bob Andy has so many hits in Reggae Music that it's almost unbelievable that persons are still not familiar with this Artist. His music fits all occasions  and his Songwriting talents has aided many Reggae Artists to become Superstars. Please take a look here and have a fun Monday: I've got to go back home , Desperate lover , Feeling Soul , Unchained , Going home , My time , The ghetto stays in the mind , Feel the feeling  , Pied piper (Bob & Marcia ) and Too experienced

  
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Andy
Bob Andy
Birth nameKeith Anderson
Born28 October 1944
Kingston, Jamaica
OriginJamaica
Died27 March 2020 (aged 75)
Kingston, Jamaica
GenresRocksteadyreggae
InstrumentsVocalist, songwriter
Years activeMid-1960s–2020
LabelsStudio OneTrojan, I-Anka




Wednesday 19 December 2012

Ecstasy, Passion & Pain

Ecstasy, Passion & Pain (often abbreviated EP&P or E.P.&P.
 

   The Group Ecstasy, Passion & Pain is one of those Groups that are remembered for Disco hits, but their music went much deeper. Please take a listen here and have a fun Wednesday: Touch and go , Ask me , One Beautiful day and Don't burn your bridges behind you

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ecstasy,_Passion_%26_Pain 
Basic Information
Also known asEcstasy, Passion & Pain feat. Barbary Roy
OriginNew York CityUnited States[1]
Genresdisco
Years active1972[2]–1977[1]
LabelsRoulette Records
Members
Barbara Roy[3] (vocals/guitar)
Josef Williams Jr. (bass)
Alan Tiza (percussion)
Althea Smith (drums)
Billy Gardner (keyboard)
Jimmy Clark (guitar)
Ronald Foster (keyboard)
Past members
Carl Jordan (percussion)