The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Tuesday 31 May 2016

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Rockmaster Scott and The Dynamic Three

Rockmaster Scott and The Dynamic Three


Old School Hip Hop Group Rockmaster Scott and The Dynamic Three, originated the phrase, "The roof is on fire" in their early 1980's song of the same  name. They only had three records, but has added immensely to the genre. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: It's life (you got to think twice), The roof is on fire and Request line

Source:
1. http://www.oldschoolhiphop.com/artists/emcees/rockmasterscott.htm
2. http://www.songfacts.com/blog/writing/the_roof_is_on_fire_an_old_school_rap_story/
3. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rock_Master_Scott_%26_the_Dynamic_Three
Background Information
GenresOld-school hip hop
Years activeEarly 1980s
LabelsReality/Fantasy Records
Profile Records
Past membersRock Master Scott (Mark Scott)
Charlie Prince (Charles Pettiford)
Master Blaster Greg (MBG) (Greg Wigfall)
Slick Rick (Richard Fowler)


Monday 30 May 2016

Tribute Mondays: Joe Hill Louis

Lester Hill (September 23, 1921 – August 5, 1957)


Singer, Guitarist,  Harmonica Player and One-Man Band, Joe Hill Louis, recorded in the Studio simultaneously playing Guitar and Drums. He is regarded for his Electric Guitar work during the 1950's. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Hill, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Monday: When I'm gone and Boogie in the park

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Hill_Louis
Background Information
Birth nameLester Hill
Also known asThe Be-Bop Boy, The Pepticon Boy
BornSeptember 23, 1921
Raines, TennesseeUnited States
DiedAugust 5, 1957 (aged 35)
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
GenresBlues
InstrumentsVocalsguitarelectric guitar,harmonicadrums
Years active1940s–1957
LabelsPhillips,[1] SunChecker,ModernColumbia.[2]

Sunday 29 May 2016

Gospel Singers: Dorothy Love Coates

Dorothy Love Coates (Jan. 30, 1928 – Apr. 9, 2002)

Gospel Singer, Dorothy Love Coates, was an inspiring Artist that was a part of the Civil Rights Movement before many other Artist. She led The Original Gospel Harmonettes through many Successes and also influenced James Brown, Wilson Pickett, Mavis Staple and others. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: That's enough, Get away Jordan, 99 and a half won't do, He's calling me and You can't hurry God (He's right on time)

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorothy_Love_Coates
Background Information
Birth nameDorothy McGriff
BornJanuary 30, 1928
OriginBirmingham, Alabama, U.S.
DiedApril 9, 2002 (aged 74)
GenresGospel
Years active1949–1970
LabelsSpecialtySavoyVee-Jay,ColumbiaNashboro
Associated actsGospel Harmonettes, Original Gospel Harmonettes, Dorothy Love Coates Singers

Saturday 28 May 2016

Jazz Greats: Doug Watkins

Douglas Watkins (March 2, 1934 – February 5, 1962)

Hard Bop Jazz Double Bass, Doug Watkins, was a member of the Jazz Messengers. He worked as a freelancer and sideman for many Artist. He died in an automobile accident at aged 27. Please take a listen here and have a good Saturday:  One guy and  Imagination

Source:
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doug_Watkins
Background information
Birth nameDouglas Watkins
BornMarch 2, 1934
DetroitMichiganUnited States
DiedFebruary 5, 1962 (aged 27)
GenresJazzHard BopBebop
Occupation(s)Double bassistComposer
InstrumentsDouble BassCello
Years active1950–1962
LabelsBlue NotePrestigeAtlantic
Associated actsArt BlakeyHorace Silver,Sonny RollinsHank Mobley,Charles MingusRed Garland,Donald ByrdKenny Burrell,Lee Morgan

Friday 27 May 2016

Eunice Davis

Eunice Davis


Eunice Davis was an successful  addition to Freddie Mitchell's Band in the 1950's. She recorded a few singles and then faded. Please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: Go to work pretty daddy, Get your enjoys, My beat in 125th street and Rock little daddy

Background information
Birth Name: Eunice Emile Wright
Genre: Rhythm and Blues
Born: Feb 23, 1928
Died: July 13, 1999


Thursday 26 May 2016

Reggae Thursdays: Paul Blackman

Paul Blackman


Jamaican Reggae Singer, Paul Blackman, recorded with Augustus Pablo during the 1970's. His present status is unknown. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: I don't want to lose you, Say so, Earth Wind and Fire

Background information
Name: Paul Blackman
Origin: Jamaica
Genre: Reggae
Label: Rockers International