The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Saturday 28 February 2015

Jazz Greats: Warren "Baby" Dodds

Warren " Baby" Dodds (December 24, 1898 – February 14, 1959)
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Jazz Drummer,Warren "Baby" Dodds, was a early pioneer of the Jazz Genre, whom created Drumming techniques which are still used today. Please take a listen here and have a good Saturday: Drum Improvisations


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_Dodds
Background information
Birth nameWarren Dodds
BornDecember 24, 1898
OriginNew OrleansLouisiana, US
DiedFebruary 14, 1959
Chicago
GenresJazzdixieland
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsDrums
Associated actsJohnny DoddsJelly Roll MortonArt Hodes

Friday 27 February 2015

Little Caesar

Harry Caesar (February 18, 1928 - June 12,1994)

Blues/R&B Vocalist and Actor, Little Ceasar, was mostly present in Movies and Television roles and had a R&B hit in the 1950's. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: Goodbye baby and You can't bring me down

Background information
Birth Name: Harry Caesar
Born: February 18, 1928
Died: on June 12, 1994 
Origin: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania


Thursday 26 February 2015

Reggae Thursdays: Winston Groovy

Winston Tucker (born 1946)

Reggae Singer, Winston Groovy, recorded mostly during the 1960's and 1970's, scoring a few hits; he remains active. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Please don't make me cry and I wanna be loved


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

Background Information 
Birth nameWinston Tucker
Born1946
Kingston, Jamaica
GenresReggae
Years active1960s–present
LabelsPamaTrojanJive, W.G.

Wednesday 25 February 2015

The Exciters

The Exciters

Pop music Group, The Exciters, influenced other Artist to join the Genre. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Blowing up my mind and Tell him


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Exciters
Background information
Also known asThe Masterettes
OriginQueens, New York CityUnited States
GenresR&Bpop music
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1961–1974 (as group)
LabelsUnited ArtistsRouletteBang,ShoutRCA20th Century


Past membersBrenda Reid
Carolyn Johnson
Lillian Walker
Sylvia Wilbur
Penny Carter
Herb Rooney
Ronnie Pace
Skip McPhee

Tuesday 24 February 2015

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Mic Geronimo

Michael McDermon (September 14, 1973 in Queens, New York) 

Queens Rapper, Mic Geronimo, has been active since 1993; mostly garnering underground recognition. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Nothing move but the money and S@#t's real


Source: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mic_Geronimo
Background Information 
BornSeptember 14, 1973 (age 40)
OriginQueensNew York CityNew York
GenresHip hop
Years active1993 - present
LabelsBlunt/TVT Records / The Inc.
Associated actsRoyal FlushIrv GottiJa Rule,Jay-ZThe LoxDMXPuff Daddy

Monday 23 February 2015

Tribute Mondays: Freddy Keppard

Freddie Keppard (February 27, 1889 – July 15, 1933) 

"King" in the New Orleans Jazz scene and Cornetist, Freddy Keppard, is largely overlooked and his role in the grassroots of Jazz diminished. The so-called first Jazz recording was a rip off of his work by another band. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Keppard, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a nice Monday: Messing around and High fever


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freddy_Keppard
Background Information 
Birth nameFreddie Keppard
Also known asKing Keppard
Fred Keppard
BornFebruary 27, 1889
New OrleansLouisiana, United States
DiedJuly 15, 1933 (aged 44)
ChicagoIllinois, United States
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Cornettist
InstrumentsCornet
Associated actsBuddy Bolden
Joe "King" Oliver
Jimmie Noone

Sunday 22 February 2015

Bobby "Blue" Bland

Robert Calvin "Bobby" Bland (January 27, 1930– June 23, 2013)

"Lion of the Blues", Bobby " Blue" Bland, was a Artist that scored many R&B hits and is remembered for his classic Albums. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Stormy Monday Blues, I pity the fool and Ain't no love in the heart of the city


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobby_Bland
Background information
Birth nameRobert Calvin Brooks
Also known as"Blue" or "The Lion of the Blues"
BornJanuary 27, 1930
Barretville, TennesseeUnited States
DiedJune 23, 2013 (aged 83)
Germantown, Tennessee, United States
GenresBluessoul bluesR&Bsoul
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriterarranger,bandleader
InstrumentsVocalsharmonica
LabelsChessModernMalacoDuke, ABC
Associated actsB.B. KingLonnie MackJunior Parker

Saturday 21 February 2015

Jazz Greats: George "Pops" Foster

George Murphy " Pops" Foster (May 19, 1892 – October 29, 1969) 
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String Bassist, Trumpeter and Tuba Player, George "Pops" Foster, was active from 1907 in New Orleans Jazz. He was respected for his String Bass Playing technique. Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday: Pops Foster Slap Bass Solo - Beale Street Blues


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pops_Foster
Background information
Birth nameGeorge Murphy Foster
BornMay 19, 1892
OriginAscension ParishLouisiana, US
DiedOctober 29, 1969 (aged 77)
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsString bassTubaTrumpet
Associated actsKing OliverKid Ory

Friday 20 February 2015

Jimmy "Bo" Horne

Jimmie Horace Horne, Jr. (Sept. 28, 1949, West Palm Beach, Florida , US)

Jimmy "Bo" Horne released novelty songs during the 1970's. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: Dance across the floor

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_bo_horne
Background Information 
Birth Name: Jimmie Horace Horne
Born: Sept. 28, 1949
Origin: West Palm Beach, Florida, US
Years active: 1970's- ?
Labels: Sunshine Records, Alston

Thursday 19 February 2015

Reggae Thursdays: Clancy Eccles

Clancy Eccles (9 Dec. 1940, Dean Pen, St. Mary , Ja – 30 June 2005, Spanish Town , Ja)

Ska and Reggae Singer/Songwriter, Producer, Promoter and Talent Scout, Clancy Eccles, was a formidable force in Jamaican Music. He is credited with naming the Reggae genre. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: What will your mama say, Freedom, Glory Hallelujah and River Jordan


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clancy_Eccles
Background Information 
Born9 December 1940
OriginDean Pen, St. Mary, Jamaica
Died30 June 2005 (aged 64)
GenresReggae
Ska
Occupation(s)Record producer
Years activeMid-1950s–2005
LabelsClandisc, Newbeat
Associated actsThe Dynamites