The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Wednesday 31 October 2012

The Staple Singers

The Staple Singers 
Members: Roebuck "Pops" Staples(1914–2000), Cleotha Staples (b. 1934),  
Pervis Staples (b. 1935), Yvonne Staples (b. 1936), and Mavis Staples (b. 1939). 


The Staple Singers had that mellow delivery on every Song they touched; both Vocals and Instrumentation were inspirational. Their music is a true representation of what songs should sound like; please take a listen here and have a serene Wednesday:  Let's do it again , Respect yourself , Uncloudy day , Will the circle be broken , For what it's worth , Heavy makes you happy (Sha -Na- Boom Boom) , If you're ready (come go with me) and I'll take you there


  
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Staple_Singers
Background information
OriginChicago, IllinoisUnited States
GenresSoulGospelBluesR&BFunk,Pop
Years active1948–1994
LabelsUnited RecordsVee-Jay RecordsChecker Records,Riverside RecordsEpic RecordsStax Records,ColumbiaCurtomUnited Artists,Warner Bros.
Associated actsCurtis MayfieldSteve Cropper,Booker T & the MG's The Ross Singers
Past members
Roebuck "Pops" Staples
Cleotha Staples
Pervis Staples
Yvonne Staples
Mavis Staples

Tuesday 30 October 2012

Hip Hop Tuesday: Roxanne Shanté

Roxanne Shanté (born Lolita Shanté Gooden on November 9, 1969) 



      Considered an Hip Hop Pioneer in most circles, Roxanne Chante is best known for her freestyling capabilities and the battle with UTFO. Please take a listen to a member of The Juice Crew and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Queen of Rox , Go on girl , Loosey's rap (Rick James an Big Daddy Kane) , Bad sister and Roxannes Revenge

 

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roxanne_Shant%C3%A9
Basic Information
Birth nameLolita Shanté Gooden
BornNovember 9, 1969(age 42)
OriginQueens, New York
GenresHip hop
OccupationsEmcee
Years active1984–present
LabelsPop Art Records
10/Virgin Records (IrelandUK)
Breakout/A&M Records(Ireland, UK)
Cold Chillin’/Reprise/Warner Bros. Records
Livin’ Large/Tommy Boy/Warner Bros. Records
WebsiteThe official MySpace page of Roxanne Shanté

Monday 29 October 2012

Tribute Mondays: Junior Walker & the All Stars

Junior Walker (born Autry DeWalt Mixon, Jr., June 14, 1931 – November 23, 1995
Members: Drummer Tony Washington, Guitarist Willie Woods, and Keyboardist Vic Thomas.


     The Saxophonist and Singer Junior Walker along with The All Stars racked up hits on Motown Records in the label's early years of popularity. Thanks for your contribution, you are appreciated; please take a listen here and have a fun Monday: (I'm a) Road Runner , Shake and Fingerpop , Pucker up buttercup , What does it take (to win your love)  and Shot gun

  
  


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Junior_Walker
Background information
Birth nameAutry DeWalt Mixon, Jr.
BornJune 14, 1931
Blytheville, ArkansasUnited States
DiedNovember 23, 1995 (aged 64)
Battle Creek, Michigan
GenresR&BSoulDisco
OccupationsSingersaxophonistmusician
InstrumentsSaxophonevocals
Years active1945–1995
Labels
Associate
Act
MotownWhitfield
Junior Walker & the All Stars

Sunday 28 October 2012

Billy Preston

William Everett "Billy" Preston (September 2, 1946 – June 6, 2006) 



The "Fifth Beatle" Billy Preston is a memorable Session Musician and Performer; please take a listen here and enjoy your Sunday: Space race , Will it go round in circles , Outta Space , With you i'm born again (with Syreeta Wright) and Nothing from nothing


  
  
  
 


Sourcehttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Preston
Background information
Birth nameWilliam Everett Preston
BornSeptember 2, 1946
HoustonTexasUnited States
DiedJune 6, 2006 (aged 59)
ScottsdaleArizonaUnited States
GenresRhythm and bluesrocksoul,funkgospel
OccupationsMusiciansongwriterbandleader,actor
InstrumentsVocalsorganpianoelectric pianoharpsichordaccordion,drums
Years active1956–2005
LabelsDerbyVee-JayApple Records,CapitolBuddahA&MMotown
Associated actsSam CookeThe BeatlesSly & the Family StoneMahalia JacksonKing CurtisThe Rolling StonesRay CharlesEric Clapton
WebsiteBilly Preston.net
Notable instruments
Hammond B3 organ
Baldwin Piano
Fender Rhodes Electric Piano

Saturday 27 October 2012

Jazz Greats: James P. Johnson

James P. Johnson (James Price Johnson, or Jimmy Johnson; February 1, 1894 – November 17, 1955) 


       James P. Johnson helped in the movement of Ragtime to the Jazz Genre with his Stride style of Piano Playing.  He influenced Count BasieDuke EllingtonArt Tatum and Fats Waller. Please take a listen here and have a fun Saturday: Harlem strut , Keep of the grass ,  If I could be with you (one hour tonight) , Carolina Shout and Charleston 


  
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_P_Johnson
Background information
Birth nameJames Price Johnson
BornFebruary 1, 1894
OriginNew Brunswick, New Jersey,United States
DiedNovember 17, 1955 (aged 61)
Jamaica, Queens
GenresJazz
OccupationsComposer
Musician
InstrumentsPiano

Friday 26 October 2012

Great Singers Jennifer Holliday

Jennifer-Yvette Holliday (born October 19, 1960, Riverside, Texas
 




      The powerful Vocalist from the Original Dreamgirls, Jennifer Holiday, is an outstanding performer; with classic deliveries and songs, she deserves the title of Great Singer. Have a fun Weekend and please take a listen here: You're the one , It is well with my soul , I am changing , I am love , Hard time for lovers , I'm on your side and Am I am telling you i'm not going 


 
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jennifer_Holiday
Basic Information
Birth nameJennifer-Yvette Holliday
BornOctober 19, 1960 (age 51)
OriginRiverside, TexasUSA
GenresR&Bsoulpophouse,club/dancegospel
OccupationsSinger, actress
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1980–present
LabelsGeffen (1982-1990), Arista(1990-1996)

Thursday 25 October 2012

Reggae Thursday: Delroy Wilson

Delroy Wilson (5 October 1948 - 6 March 1995


     Jamaican Music Royalty Delroy Wilson has Conquered Ska, Rocksteady and Reggae in his career that started at age Thirteen. Here is a sample of his work, please have a Happy Reggae Thursday: Rain from the Skies , Won't you come home (with Ken Boothe) , Put yourself in my place , It hurts , Better must come , Cool Operator , Emy Lou , Joe Liges , I'm still waiting and  Dancing mood

  
  
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delroy_Wilson
Basic Information
BornOctober 5, 1948
OriginJamaica
DiedMarch 6, 1995 (aged 46)
Kingston, Jamaica
GenresSkarocksteadyreggae
InstrumentsSingersongwriter
Years active1961–late 1980s