The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Wednesday 30 April 2014

Black Ivory

Black Ivory

Black Ivory was a 1970's Group that had a few hits, but faded after the end of the decade. They now continue to tour on the oldies circuit. Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: What goes around (comes around), I keep asking you questions, You and I and Don't turn around

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_ivory
Background Information
Genres
R&B , jazz-funk

Years active
1970s

Labels
Today Records
Kwanzaa Records/Warner Bros. Records
Buddah Records

Members
Leroy Burgess
Stuart Bascombe
Russell Patterson

Tuesday 29 April 2014

Hip Hop Tuesday: D Nice

Derrick Jones (born June 19, 1970)

D Nice is a Beat Boxer, Rapper, DJ, Producer and Photographer associated with Boogie Down Productions. He has been active since the 1980's. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Call me D Nice

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/D_Nice
Background Information
Birth name
Derrick Jones

Born
June 19, 1970 (age 43)

Origin
The Bronx, New York

Genres
Hip-hop , soul

Occupations
Rapper , Beatboxer ,
Photographer, Singer

Labels
 Roc Nation, Jive , Violator

Monday 28 April 2014

Tribute Mondays: Sleepy John Estes

John Adam Estes (January 25, 1899 – June 5, 1977 )
Blues Singer/Songwriter and Guitarist, Sleepy John Estes, had a good pre-war run, but did not enjoy a fledging comeback during the Blues Revolution of the 1960's. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Estes, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a nice Monday: Someday Baby Blues

   

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleepy_John_Estes
Background Information
Birth nameJohn Adam Estes
BornJanuary 25, 1899
NutbushTennesseeUnited States
DiedJune 5, 1977 (aged 78)
Brownsville, Tennessee, United States
GenresCountry bluesblues
InstrumentsVocalsguitar
Years active1929–1977
Associated actsYank Rachell
Hammie Nixon

Sunday 27 April 2014

Florence Mills

Florence Mills , born Florence Winfrey (January 25, 1896 – November 1, 1927)
Florence Mills.jpg

"The Queen of Happiness", Florence Mills, was a talented entertainer that worked constantly from aged 6 to her death at 31. She was a major figure that broke many barriers during her short career. Please take a listen here and have a good Sunday: Documentary

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Florence_Mills
Background information
Birth nameFlorence Winfrey
Also known asFlorence Mills
BornJanuary 25, 1896
Washington, D.C.United States
DiedNovember 1, 1927 (aged 31)
New York City, United States
OccupationsEntertainer
Years active1901-1927

Saturday 26 April 2014

Jazz Greats: Cootie Williams

Charles Melvin "Cootie"Williams (July 10, 1911 –September 15, 1985)
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Jazz Trumpeter, Cootie Williams, had a long career that included stints with major Bands and interactions with younger future stars in his Band. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday: Echoes Of Harlem

 

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cootie_Williams
Background information
Birth nameCharles Melvin Williams
BornJuly 10, 1911
Mobile, Alabama, United States
DiedSeptember 15, 1985 (aged 74)
New York, United States
GenresJazzjump blues,[1] R&B
InstrumentsTrumpet
Years active1925–1975
Associated actsDuk

Friday 25 April 2014

Barbara Mason

Barbara Mason (born 9 August 1947, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania )
 

Barbara Mason is a R&B/Soul Singer that had a mixed career involving highs and lows chart wise. Please take a listen here and Enjoy your Weekend: Sad Sad Girl, Oh how it hurt and Yes I'm ready

   
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Mason
Background Information
Birth nameBarbara Mason
BornAugust 9 1947
Philadelphia, USA
LabelBudah


GenresR&B, Soul

Thursday 24 April 2014

Reggae Thursdays: Horace Andy

Horace Andy (born Horace Hinds on 19 February 1951)

Horace Andy is one of the legends of Reggae Music; he has released many classics. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Children of Isreal and Skylarking

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horace_Andy
Background information
Birth nameHorace Hinds
Also known asSleepy
Born19 February 1951 (age 63)
OriginKingston, Jamaica
GenresReggaetrip hop
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1967–present
Associated actsMassive Attack
Easy Star All-Stars