The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Friday 31 August 2012

Great Singers: Anita Baker

Anita Baker (born January 26, 1958, in Toledo, Ohio, and raised in Detroit, Michigan)


      The Jazzy vocals of The Songstress Anita Baker feels like the warmth of a fire on a cold night. Thou underrated by some she is one of the best Singers of all time. Have a enjoyable Weekend and please take a listen here: Ready for love (Chapter 8) , I just wanna be your girl (Chapter 8) , No more tears , Angel , You bring me joy , No one in the World , Giving you the best that I got , Sweet love , Same ole love , Caught up in the rapture , Just because , Body and soul , I apologize , When you love someone (with James Ingram) and Ain't no need to worry (with The Winans)



 

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anita_Baker
Background information
Born January 26, 1958 (age 54)
Toledo, Ohio, United States
Origin Detroit, Michigan, United States
Genres R&B, soul jazz, smooth jazz, soul, quiet storm
Occupations Singer-songwriter
Years active 1978–present
Labels Ariola (1979)
Beverly Glen Records (1982-1984)
Elektra (1985-1995)
Atlantic (1996-2001)
Blue Note (2004-present)

Thursday 30 August 2012

Reggae Thursday: Beres Hammond

Beres Hammond (born Hugh Beresford Hammond, 28 Aug 1955, Annotto Bay, Saint Mary, Jamaica)


       Beres Hammond, the Reggae Artist with a voice suited for the Soul Genre, is the voice of Reggae Ballads. His output of music has increased in Quality over the years, if that's possible seeing that his hits from the 70s are close to perfection. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: One step aheadGot to get away , This is Reggae Music (Zap Pow), Groovy little thingHave a nice weekendPutting up resistanceSweet liesHow can you ease the pain ft. Maxi PriestTempted to touchFalling in love all over again ft. Buju Banton and What one dance can do

 



Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beres_Hammond
Basic Information
Birth name Hugh Beresford Hammond
Born 28 August 1955 (age 56)
Annotto Bay, Jamaica
Genres Reggae
Occupations Singer-songwriter
Instruments singing, toasting
Years active 1972–present
Labels VP Records

Wednesday 29 August 2012

Great R&B Groups: The Isley Brothers

The Isley Brothers
 

       One of the few groups to chart a single in 5 consecutive decades, The Isley Brothers, gave Jimi Hendrix his start in their band. They have released a lot of important songs and defined the Quiet Storm Genre; their music is captivating and pleasing to the ear. Please take a listen here and have a good day: Shout , Twist and Shout , This old heart of mine (is weak for you) , It's your thing , Who's that lady , Fight the power , For the love of you , Between the sheets , Testify ft. Jimi Hendrix , Love is a wonderful thing , Love the one your with , (At your best) you are love , Smooth sailin' tonight and Voyage to Atlantis




   


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Isley_Brothers
Background information
Also known as The Isley Brothers featuring Ronald Isley AKA "Mr. Biggs"; The Isleys
Origin Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.
Teaneck, New Jersey, U.S.
Genres R&B, doo-wop, soul, rock and roll, funk, funk rock, rock, disco, quiet storm, smooth soul
Years active 1954–present
Labels Tamla (Motown), T-Neck, Warner Bros., Def Soul
Members
Ronald Isley
Ernie Isley
Past members
O'Kelly Isley, Jr.
Rudolph Isley
Vernon Isley
Marvin Isley
Chris Jasper
Jimi Hendrix

Tuesday 28 August 2012

Hip Hop Tuesday: Ice-T

Tracy Marrow (born February 16, 1958)
Stage Name: Ice-T
 

       The Great Ice-T, Godfather of Gangsta Music helped to change the sound from 80s to early 90s Hip Hop; he has influenced your favourite rappers. Happy Hip Hop Tuesday and please take a listen here: ColoursI'm your pusher99 problemsGotta lotta loveO.G. Original GangsterFreedom of speechThe syndicate  and  6 'N the Morning

 



Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ice-T
Background information
Birth name Tracy Marrow
Also known as Ice-T, Ice, The Iceberg
Born February 16, 1958 (age 54)
Newark, New Jersey
Origin Crenshaw, Los Angeles, California
Genres Hip-Hop, Rap, Gangsta Rap, West Coast Rap, Heavy Metal
Occupations Musician, actor, CEO, record producer, screenwriter, author
Instruments Vocals, sampler, turntables
Years active 1982–present (rapping)
1984–present (acting)
Labels Sire/Warner Bros. Records
Rhyme Syndicate/Priority/EMI Records
Virgin/EMI Records
Atomic Pop Records
Associated acts Afrika Islam, Body Count, Beastie Boys, Low Profile, Quincy Jones, Eazy-E, 2Pac, Donald D, Six Feet Under (band), Evil E, Ice Cube, Smoothe da Hustler, Trigger tha Gambler
Website www.icet.com
Notable instruments
Roland TR-808, E-mu SP-1200

Monday 27 August 2012

Tribute Mondays: Curtis Mayfield

Curtis Lee Mayfield (June 3, 1942 – December 26, 1999) 
 

     The Pioneer of Funk and Conscious Music, The Legendary Curtis Mayfield wrote and recorded The Soundtrack to the Civil Rights Movement. His many talents touched many Artist of the day; please take a listen here and Happy Monday: Super fly , Freddie's deadPushermanIf I were a child againMoving on upWere a winner (The Impressions) , Diamond in the BackLittle child running and  People get ready (The Impressions)




Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curtis_Mayfield
Background information
Birth name Curtis Lee Mayfield
Born June 3, 1942
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Died December 26, 1999 (aged 57)
Roswell, Georgia, United States
Genres Soul, Funk, R&B, Chicago Soul, Psychedelic Soul
Occupations Singer-songwriter, record producer, multi-instrumentalist
Instruments Vocals, guitar, bass, piano, saxophone, drums
Years active 1956–1999
Labels Curtom, Warner Bros., Rhino
Associated acts The Impressions, Jerry Butler
Notable instruments
Fender Stratocaster