Brenda Lee Eager

Brenda Lee Eager (born August 8, 1947)

  Singer and Pianist, Brenda Lee Eager is best remembered as Jerry Butler's duet partner, but her writing skills have touched so many Artiste in so many genres; this includes Aretha Franklin, Prince and Cliff Richards to name a few. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: (They long to be)close to you (with Jerry Butler) , Watch my body talk and Ain't understanding Mellow (with Jerry Butler)

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brenda_Lee_Eager

Background Information
Born	August 8, 1947 (age 65)
Origin	Mobile, Alabama, United States
Genres	Soul, Gospel, Blues
Occupations	Singer, songwriter
Instruments	Piano
Years active	c. 1970-present
Labels	Mercury, Playboy, Private-I

Reggae Thursdays: Fred Locks

Fred Locks (b. Stafford Elliott, 1955, Kingston, Jamaica)

  Fred Locks is a legendary Roots Reggae Artiste that contributed great music; he continues to inspire a new generation of music lovers. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: The last day , Stormy Night (Creation Steppers) , A get it (The Lyrics) and  Black Star Liners

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fred_Locks

Background Information
Birth name	Stafford Elliott
Born	1955
Origin	Kingston, Jamaica
Genres	Roots reggae
Occupations	Singer-songwriter
Years active	mid-1960s–present
Labels	Jahmikmusic, Grounation, Vulcan, Revelations, Form, Tribesman, Regal, Starlight, Tan Yah, Xterminator, VP
Associated acts	The Flames, The Lyrics, Creation Steppers

McFadden & Whitehead

McFadden and Whitehead

  Mcfadden and Whitehead, the Duo that wrote classics from the Philly sound catalog, were also very talented Producers and Singers. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: I got the love , You're my somebody love , I've been pushed aside , Got to change , Do you want to dance , Just wanna love you baby , This is my song , Mad at the world (The Epsilons) and Ain't no stoppin' us now

   

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McFadden_and_Whitehead 

Background information
Origin	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Genres	R&B, funk, disco
Years active	1970s
Labels	Philadelphia International
Associated acts	Teddy Pendergrass Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes The O'Jays MFSB The Epsilons
Past members	Gene McFadden John Whitehead

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Sir Mix-a-Lot

Anthony Ray (born August 12, 1963) 

  Rapper and Producer, Sir Mix-A-Lot, had a couple of hits back in the day and still continues to work behind the scenes today. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Posse on Broadway , Swass , One time's got no case , Swap meet Louie , Rippin (with Kid Sensation) , Put 'em on the glass , Square dance rap , Iron man , Gold , My Hooptie , Jump on it , Just da pimpin' in me and Baby got back

  
         

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sir_Mix-a-Lot 

Background information
Birth name	Anthony Ray
Born	August 12, 1963  Seattle, Washington, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop, West Coast rap, old school hip hop
Occupations	Rapper, songwriter, producer,performer
Years active	1986–2003 2010–present
Labels	Nastymix/Ichiban, American Recordings, Artist Direct/BMG

Tribute Mondays: Victoria Spivey

Victoria Spivey (October 15, 1906 – October 3, 1976) 

    Blues Great Victoria Spivey started her own Recording Label in 1962, after working with various labels before and after the Great Depression. Her music has historical importance and is widely respected. Thanks for your contribution Miss Spivey, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a Great Monday: Dope head blues , Detroit moan , Eagle and Hawk - Jelousy Blues and Black snake blues 

  
        

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victoria_Spivey 

Basic Information
Birth name	Victoria Regina Spivey
Born	October 15, 1906 Houston, Texas, United States
Died	October 3, 1976 (aged 69) New York, United States
Genres	Blues
Occupations	Singer, songwriter
Instruments	Vocals, piano
Labels	Okeh RCA Victor Vocalion Decca Prestige Bluesville Spivey

Gospel Singers: Marion Williams

Marion Williams (August 29, 1927 – July 2, 1994) 

  One of the most powerful voices of all time and Gospel Legend Marion Williams, was an inimitable Singer that helped in the popularization of Gospel Music. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Somebody bigger than you and I , Surely God is able , Were you there when they crucified my lord , Swing low sweet Chariot , Packing up , Mean old World , Amazing Grace , Standing here wondering which way to go , How far am I from Canaan (with The Clara Ward Singers) and It is well with my Soul

 

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marion_Williams 

Marion Williams
Born	August 29, 1927
Origin	Miami, Florida, USA
Died	July 2, 1994 (aged 66)
Genres	Gospel
Instruments Associate Acts	vocal Stars of Faith The Ward Singers

Jazz Greats: Turner Layton

John Turner Layton, Jr. (July 2, 1894 – February 6, 1978) 

  Classic Jazz Extraordinaire, Turner Layton, was  successful  back in the early years of the Genre; he composed standards and many memorable hits. Please take a listen here and have a wonderful Saturday: The wind and the rain , My SOS to you , East of the sun , Deep purple , Whistling in the dark (Layton and Johnstone) Sunny days (Layton and Johnstone) and Way down yonder in New Orleans

   

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turner_Layton 

Background information
Birth name	John Turner Layton, Jr.
Born	July 2, 1894
Origin	Washington D.C., U.S.A
Died	February 6, 1978 (aged 84)
Genres	Jazz
Occupations	Singer Songwriter Pianist
Instruments	Vocals, Piano
Years active Associate Acts	1917–1946 Layton & Johnson

Great Singers: Mahalia Jackson

Mahalia Jackson (October 26, 1911 – January 27, 1972)

  One of the Greatest Voices of the 20th century, Miss Mahalia Jackson, brought so much inspiration and changes in thoughts to many. Her music is the true definition of Peace and Love; please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: Take my hand Precious Lord , How I got over , Amazing Grace , Joshua fit the battle for Jericho , Silent night, Holy night , The upper room , Trouble of the World , You'll never walk alone , Keep me everyday , Let the Power of the Holy Ghost fall on me , His eye is on thre sparrow , I believe , When the Saints go marching in , The Lord's Prayer , Nearer my God to thee , What a friend we have in Jesus , We shall overcome , Every time I feel the Spirit  , Just a closer walk with Thee , Lord, don't move the mountain and Move on up a little higher

   
     

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahalia_Jackson 

Background information
Birth name	Mahala Jackson
Also known as	Halie Jackson
Born	October 26, 1911[1] New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
Died	January 27, 1972 (aged 60) Evergreen Park, Illinois, U.S.
Genres	Gospel
Occupations	Singer
Instruments	Voice
Years active	1927–1971
Labels	Decca Coral Apollo Columbia
Associated acts	Albertina Walker Aretha Franklin Dorothy Norwood Della Reese Cissy Houston

Reggae Thursdays: Max Romeo

Maxwell Livingston Smith,( 22 November 1947, St. D'Acre, St. James, Jamaica)

  Max Romeo was a Major Artist back in the 1970's, releasing classic material; he still continues to contribute to the Reggae Genre and tours regularly. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: War ina babylon , Sipple out deh , Wet dream , Three blind mice , One step forward , Revelation time , Macabee version , Let the power fall , Norman , (Buy you) a rainbow with The Emotions , Wine her goosie ,  and Chase the devil

  
  
          

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Max_Romeo 

Background information
Birth name	Maxwell Livingston Smith
Also known as	Adulfus Dulfile, Maxie Smith, The Son of Selassie[1]
Born	22 November 1947 (age 65)
Origin	St. James, Jamaica
Genres	Reggae, roots reggae
Years active	1966–present
Associated acts	The Upsetters

Great R&B Groups: The Five Keys

The Five Keys 

  Popular R&B Vocal Group, The Five Keys ,were Architects of the Genre; they are little known by this generation, but their significance can not be overlooked. Please take a listen here and have an interesting Wednesday: Out of sight, out of mind , Let there be you , Close your eyes , The Verdict , Ling, Ting, Tong and The glory of love

  
     

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Five_Keys 

Background information
Name Origin	The Five Keys Newport News, Virginia, USA
Genres	R&B, Vocal Group
Years active	Late1940's–1957
Labels Associated Acts	Aladdin Records Capitol Records Sentimental Four
Original Members Replacement Members	Ruby West Bernie West Ripley Ingram Raphael Ingram Maryland Pierce Dickie Smith Ulysses K. Hicks Ramon Loper