Reggae Thursdays: Pat Kelly

Pat Kelly (born 1944, Kingston, Jamaica )

Reggae Singer, Pat Kelly, had is debut as a member of The Techniques, scoring a number of hits. His Solo career which followed also garnered him some memorable pieces. He moved into Studio Engineering and Producing in the latter part of 1970's and returned to his Solo career in the 1980's, continuing on wards. He remains active; please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: You don't care (The, Techniques), Queen Majesty (The Techniques), Little boy blue, Soulful love, Sunshine, I'm in the mood for love, How long will it take and Talk about love

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pat_Kelly_(musician)

Background Information
Born	1949 (age 66–67)
Origin	Kingston, Jamaica
Genres	Rocksteady, Reggae
Instruments	Vocals
Associated acts	The Techniques

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Organized Konfusion

Organized Konfusion

Prince Po (left) and Pharoahe Monch

Critically acclaimed Underground Queens alternative Hip Hop Duo, Organized Konfusion, consists of Lyricist Prince Po and Pharoahe Monch. Their efforts though critically regarded, hard missed being commercially successful. Both members has had Solo careers and remains active. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Fudge Pudge (with O.C.), Memories of love (Simply II Positive MCs) , Walk in the sun, Stress, Let's organize (with O.C  and Q tip) and Stray bullet

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Organized_Konfusion

Background information
Also known as	Simply II Positive MCs
Origin	Queens, New York
Genres	Alternative hip hop, hardcore hip hop
Years active	1987–1997, 2004, 2009–present
Labels	Hollywood BASIC/Elektra Priority/EMI Records
Associated acts	Paul C, O.C., Q-Tip, Buckwild
Members	Pharoahe Monch Prince Po

Tribute Mondays: Frank Edwards

Frank Edwards (March 20, 1909 – March 22, 2002)

Blues Guitarist, Harmonica Player and Singer, Frank Edwards, recorded for varying Labels during his decades old career. He died of a heart attack after recording his last sessions at 93 years old. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Edwards you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Three woman Blues and Terraplane Blues

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Edwards_(blues_musician)

Background information
Birth Name: Frank Edwards Born: Mar. 20, 1909 Died: Mar. 22, 2002 Origin: Washington, Georgia, US Other Names: Mr. Frank, Black Frank, Mr. Cleanhead Years active: 1940's- ? Label: Okeh Records, Regal Records, Trix Records

Little Sonny Warner

Little Sonny Warner (October 30, 1930 — April 12, 2007)

 

Blues Singer, Little Sonny Warner, worked as a Backing Vocalist in the 1950's. His career continued with a few hits and constant touring. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: There's something on your mind (with Big Jay McNeely)

Source:  https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Litle_Sonny_Warner

Background information
Birth Name: Haywood S. Warner Born: Oct. 30, 1930 Died: Apr. 12, 2007 Origin: Falls Church, Virginia, US Years active: 1950's - ? Labels: Checker Records

Jazz Greats; Gloria Lynne

Gloria Wilson ; November 23, 1929 – October 15, 2013)

Jazz Vocalist, Gloria Lynne, was a celebrated Artist that scored many Pop and R&B hits but remains a regarded figure in the Jazz Genre, stemming from her works in her later years. Please take a listen here and have a good Saturday: I'm glad there is you, You don't have to be a tower of strength, Watermelon man, June night, Love I found you, The Jazz in you and I wish you love

 

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gloria_Lynne

Background Information
Birth name	Gloria Wilson
Also known as	Gloria Alleyne (married name)
Born	November 23, 1929 Harlem, New York City, U.S.
Died	October 15, 2013 (aged 83) Newark, New Jersey, U.S.
Genres	Jazz
Instruments	Singing
Years active	1958–2007
Labels	Everest, ABC

Howard E. Johnson

Howard William "Swan" Johnson (January 1, 1908 – December 28, 1991)

Swing Alto Saxophonist, Howard E. Johnson, worked as a sideman in the Jazz Genre working with Jazz giants (Benny Carter, Don Redman, Dizzy Gillespie, Chick Webb, etc.). But he's mostly regarded as a Swing Artist. His career lasted for over 50 years, ending in the 1980's; he died in 1991. Please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: Dizzy Gillespie & His Orchestra - One Bass Hit Part 2

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howard_E._Johnson

Background information
Birth Name: Howard William Johnson Born: Jan. O1, 1908 Died: Dec. 28, 1991 Years active: 1930's - 1980's

Reggae Thursdays: Johnny Ringo

Bradley Miller ( Born 1961, Jones Town, Kingston, Jamaica - died Kingston 1 July 2005)

Reggae/Dancehall Deejay, Johnny Ringo, was active in the Sound System Circuit in the 1970's. He eventually branched off to a recording career which gave him a few hits locally and internationally, mostly in the 1980's. He gradually faded in the early 1990's and died in 2005. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Pain a back and Dub and lef

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Ringo_(musician)

Background information
Birth name	Bradley Miller
Origin	Kingston, Jamaica
Genres	Reggae
Instruments	Vocals

Enchantment

Enchantment

R&B and Soul Group, Enchantment, had success as a Ballad Group in the 1970's, but declined in popularity during the 1980's. They remain active as a touring act; please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: If you're ready (here it comes),  It's you that I need,  and Gloria

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enchantment_(band)

Background Information
Origin	Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Genres	Soul, R&B
Years active	1967–present
Labels	Roadshow Records United Artists Records RCA Records Columbia Records
Members	Emanuel "EJ" Johnson Walter Jones Mickey Clanton Joe "Jobie" Thomas Dave Banks
Past members	Bobby Green Carl Cotton Lacey Robinson

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Big Pun

Christopher Lee Rios (November 10, 1971 – February 7, 2000)

Big Pun rose from the underground  scene in the 1990's to become a top MC in the Hip Hop Genre. His tenure was however cut short in the year 2000 by his untimely death from an heart attack brought on by his obesity. He remains a prominent figure in the minds of  Hip Hop fans. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Fire water (with Fat Joe, Big Pun, Raekwon and Armageddon), You came up (ft. Noreaga), It's so hard (ft. Donnell Jones), , Off the books (with The Beatnuts), Still not a player, Watch out and I'm not a player

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Pun

Background information
Birth name	Christopher Lee Rios
Also known as	Big Punisher Pun Big Moon Dawg
Born	November 10, 1971 The Bronx, New York
Died	February 7, 2000 (aged 28) White Plains, New York
Genres	Hip hop
Occupation(s)	Rapper
Years active	1992–2000
Labels	Loud
Associated acts	Terror Squad Fat Joe N.O.R.E. The Beatnuts Tony Sunshine Donell Jones Joe Remy Ma Cuban Link