The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Friday 31 October 2014

Eddie "Cleanhead Vinson

Eddie "Cleanhead " Vinson (December 18, 1917 – July 2, 1988)

Blues Shouter and versatile Saxophonist, 
Eddie "Cleanhead Vinson, composed and recorded popular hits during his 50 year career, which began in the 1930's. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: Cherry red ( Cootie Williams Orchestra), Old maid boogie, Four and Kidney stew blues


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddie_Vinson
Background information
Also known asEddie "Cleanhead" Vinson
BornDecember 18, 1917
OriginHoustonTexasUnited States
DiedJuly 2, 1988 (aged 70)
Los AngelesCalifornia, United States
GenresJump blues,[1] R&B,[1]jazz
Occupation(s)Saxophonistsinger,composer
Years active1930s–1988
LabelsKing RecordsMercury,Black & BlueABC-BluesWayMuse
Associated actsCannonball Adderley,Oscar PetersonEtta James

Thursday 30 October 2014

Reggae Thursdays: Eric "Bingy Bunny" Lamont

Eric Lamont (1955 - 31 December 1993)

Innovative Guitarist and Singer, Eric "Bingy Bunny" Lamont, was featured as a session musician on most of  Jamaica's hits from the 1980's and also had a solo career. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Know Fari (with Bongo Herman)


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_%22Bingy_Bunny%22_Lamont
Background information
Also known asBingy Bunny
Born1955
OriginKingston, Jamaica
Died31 December 1993 (aged 38)
GenresReggae
InstrumentsGuitar
Associated actsThe Morwells
Roots Radics

Wednesday 29 October 2014

Soul ll Soul

Soul ll Soul

British Group, Soul ll Soul, are remembered for their breakthrough singles in the late 1980's; they continue to tour. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: Keep on movin, Fairplay, Get a life, A dream a dream and Back to life ( however do you want it)


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soul_ii_soul
Background Information
OriginLondon, England
GenresNeo soul,[1] R&BBritish soulnew jack swing,reggae, dance
Years active1988–1997, 2009–present
LabelsVirgin/EMI Records


MembersJazzie B
Caron Wheeler
Simon Law
Daddae
Nellee Hooper

Tuesday 28 October 2014

Hip Hop Tuesday: Davy DMX

David Reeves

Davy DMX is a celebrated DJ, Producer, Musician and Songwriter in the Hip Hop Genre. He remains active; please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: One for the treble


source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Davy_DMX
Background Information
Birth nameDavid Reeves
Also known asDavy D.
BornQueens, New York
GenresBreakbeatOld school rap
Occupation(s)Producer, DJ
InstrumentsSynthesizerBass,Guitarturntables,drums
LabelsDef Jam
Associated actsPublic EnemyKurtis BlowRun-D.M.C.,Lovebug Starski

Monday 27 October 2014

Tribute Mondays: Tuts Washington

Isidore "Tuts" Washington (January 24, 1907 – August 5, 1984)

Self taught Louisiana Blues Pianist, Tuts Washington, helped to popularize New Orleans Rhythm and Blues. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Washington you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Monday: Tee Nah nah (Smiley Lewis), Dirty People (Smiley Lewis), and The bells are ringing (Smiley Lewis) 


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tuts_Washington
Background information
Birth nameIsidore Washington
BornJanuary 24, 1907
New Orleans, LouisianaUnited States
DiedAugust 5, 1984(aged 77)
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
GenresLouisiana blues
Occupation(s)Pianist
InstrumentsPiano
Years active1920s–1984
LabelsRounder
Associated actsSmiley LewisTab Smith

Sunday 26 October 2014

Sugar Pie Desanto

Sugar Pie DeSanto (born Umpeylia Marsema Balinton, October 16, 1935, Brooklyn, New York, United States) 

Sugar Pie Desanto is known for her great stage performances and strong recording career. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Rock me baby, I want to know (with Pee Wee Kingsley), Do I make myself clear (Etta James), Slip in mules (no high heal sneakers) and Soulful dress


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sugar_Pie_DeSanto
Background information
Birth nameUmpeylia Marsema Balinton
BornOctober 16, 1935(age 79)
BrooklynNew York,United States
OriginSan Francisco,California
GenresR&B
Occupation(s)Singersongwriter,dancerbandleader,record producer
Associated actsThe Johnny Otis Revue,The James Brown Revue