The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Thursday 31 December 2015

Reggae Thursdays: Ernie Smith

Glenroy Anthony Michael Archangelo Smith (May 1945, Kingston, Jamaica)
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Reggae Singer, Ernie Smith, initially worked as a Guitarist and Insurance Salesman before scoring hits as a Solo artist. He has achieved hits and accolades during his long career. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Bend down, Pitta patta, All for Jesus, I can't take it (tears on my pillow), Life is just for living, Dream, Ride on Sammy and Duppy or gunman

Source:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ernie_Smith_(singer)
Background information
Birth nameGlenroy Anthony Michael Archangelo Smith
BornMay 1945
OriginKingston, Jamaica
GenresReggae
InstrumentsVocals
Associated actsThe Vandals

Wednesday 30 December 2015

Girl Groups: The Cookies

The Cookies
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The Cookies (also known as The Cinderellas, The Palisades, Honey Bees and The Stepping Stones) were a R&B Girl Group that doubled as Backing Vocalists on many Recordings (Neil Sadaka - Breaking up is hard to do, Little Eva - The Loco Motion, etc.). They scored a few hits and recorded under varying names. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: In paradise (The Cinderellas), Chains, I'm into something good and Don't say anything bad (about my baby)


Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cookies
Background information
OriginBrooklynNew York CityNew YorkUnited States
GenresR&B
Pop
Soul
Years active1953–1958;
1962–1967
LabelsLamp/Aladdin Records
Atlantic Records
Dimension Records
Associated actsThe Raelettes
Ray Charles
Past membersDarlene McCrea
Margie Hendricks
Earl-Jean McCrea
Dorothy Jones
Beulah Robertson
Margaret Ross

Tuesday 29 December 2015

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Black Noise

Black Noise
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South African Hip Hop Group, Black Noise, are pioneers of conscious Hip Hop in their Country. They are involved in positive Youth Development Initiatives. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Hip Hop Won't Stop by Black Noise, S.A. Hip Hop Pioneers


Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Noise_%28group%29
Background information
Band Name: Black Noise
Members: Emile Jamsen
Years active: late 1980's - present
Origin: Cape Flats, Cape Town, South Africa

Monday 28 December 2015

Tribute Mondays: Neal Pattman (Big Daddy Pattmam)

Neal Pattman (January 10, 1926 – May 4, 2005)
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One armed, Pioneering Electric Blues Harmonica Player, Singer and Songwriter, Neal Pattman (Big Daddy Pattmam), was active from the 1960's, but gained recognition in the 1990's. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Pattman, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a good Monday: Whoopin' the Blues


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Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neal_Pattman
Background Information
Also known asBig Daddy Pattman
BornJanuary 10, 1926
Madison County, GeorgiaUnited States
DiedMay 4, 2005 (aged 79)
Athens, Georgia, United States
GenresElectric blues[1]
Occupation(s)Singer, harmonica player, songwriter
InstrumentsHarmonicavocals
Years active1960s–2005
LabelsGlobal Village, Music Maker, Bent Notes

Sunday 27 December 2015

Hociel Thomas

Hociel Thomas (July 10, 1904 – August 22, 1952)
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Classic Female Blues Singer, Hociel Thomas, was the niece of Sippie Wallace. She recorded before and after the Great Depression; she lost her sight in a fight in which she killed her sister and died a few years later from heart disease. Please the a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Lonesome Hours (1926) and Deep Water Blues


Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hociel_Thomas
Background information
Birth Name: Hociel Thomas
Born: July 10, 1904
Died: August 22, 1952
Genre: Blues
Origin: Houston Texas, US
Label: Gennett Records, Okeh, Circle Label

Saturday 26 December 2015

Jazz Greats: Everett "Happy" Robbins

Everett Robbins
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Pianist, Bandleader and Composer, Everett "Happy" Robbins, made Piano Rolls for Capitol Roll & Record Company, composed major pieces, lead Bands and played Piano in the Ensembles of his time. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Saturday: Hard luck blues (1923)


Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Everett_Robbins
Background Information
Birth nameEverett Robbins
OriginMuskogee, Oklahoma, USA
GenresJazz
Blues
Occupation(s)Pianist, bandleader, composer
InstrumentsPiano

Gwen Davis

Gwen Davis
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Gwen Davis is a soul Artist that released a double sided Record in 1964. The song didn't chart, but she is remembered by many. Please take a listen here and have a great day: My man don't think I know and I can't be your part time baby


Source: www.allmusic.com/artist/gwen-davis-mn0000519467/biography
Background information
Name: Gwen Davis
Label: Sound State

Thursday 24 December 2015

Darlene Love

Darlene Wright (born July 26, 1941)
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Darlene Love is a powerful Vocalist that has worked relentlessly in the music industry for many years. She remains active although her career has been hindered by Phil Spector's dishonesty towards her work in The Blossoms and as a solo Artist. Please take a listen here and have a Joyous Christmas Eve: Basketball Jones (with Michelle Phillips), Zip-a-dee-doo-dah (Baby B. Sox & The Blue Jeans) and Christmas (Baby please come home)


Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darlene_Love
Background information
Birth nameDarlene Wright
BornJuly 26, 1941 (age 74)
Los AngelesCaliforniaU.S.
OriginLos Angeles, California, U.S.
GenresJazzpoprock
Occupation(s)Singeractress
Years active1959–present
LabelsChallenge, Philles, OKeh, Reprise, Ode, MGM, Bell, Lion
Associated actsThe BlossomsTom Jones,The RonettesThe Beach BoysElvis PresleyJohnny RiversSonny and Cher

Reggae Thursdays: Lady P

Lady P


Lady P is one of the female Jamaican Deejays that captivated audiences on stage and on Record. There is limited information available about her Records and career. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Sister Nancy, Lady Ann & Lady P - Sting 1990 and Lethal weapon

Wednesday 23 December 2015

Girl Groups: The Blossoms

The Blossoms
Darlene Love, Fanita James and Jean King 

The Blossoms did background vocals on many famous records (The Ronettes - Be my baby, The Crystals - Dee Doo Ron Ron) and scored huge hits, but their major hit was credited to The Crystals by Phil Spector. They worked on TV Programs (Shindig, etc.) With limited recognition and are mostly remembered as backing vocalists. Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: Things are changingSugarbeat (The Playgirls), Write me a letter, Son-in-law, Stoney end and He's a rebel (credited as The Crystals)


Nanette, Fanita, Gloria and Annette

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Blossoms
Background information
Also known asThe Dreamers
The Playgirls
The Rollettes
The Rebelettes
OriginLos AngelesUnited States
GenresR&BPopRock and Roll,Soul
Years active1954–1990; 2000-present
LabelsCapitolPhillesChallenge,BellRCARepriseOde,MGMLion
MembersFanita James
Gloria Jones
Past membersDarlene Love
Jean King
Gracia Nitzsche
Nanette Williams
Annette Williams
Jewel Cobbs
Pat Howard
Edna Wright
Carolyn Willis