Reggae Thursdays: Capleton

Clifton George Bailey III (born 13 April 1967)

Reggae and Dancehall Artist, Capleton, began his hit laden career in 1989 and has continued to be a main force in Reggae music. He is one of the few Artist to transition successfully from "slackness" Dancehall to positive music. He continues to tour and record. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: No lotion man, Who Dem/slew dem, Dat day will come, Jah Jah city, Number one on the look good chart, Alms house,  Prophet,  Cold blooded murderer and Tour

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

Background information
Birth name	Clifton George Bailey III
Also known as	King Shango, The Fireman, The Prophet
Born	13 April 1967 (age 50) Islington, St. Mary, Jamaica
Genres	Reggae, roots reggae,dancehall
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Vocals
Labels	VP, African Star/RAL/PolyGram Records, Rude Boy, Exterminator

The Dynamics

The Dynamics

The Dynamics are an R&B Group who's most productive years spanned the 1960's to 1970's. They scored a few R&B hits but their hit "Misery" remains a stand-out. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Ice Cream song, Seven nation Army, Move on up and Misery

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

Background information
Name: The Dynamics Origin: Detroit, Michigan, US Label: Catillion Records,                  Black Gold Records             Hacktone Records Members: Isaac "Zeke" Harris George White Fred Baker Samuel Stevenson Zerben R. Hicks

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Yomo & Maulkie

Yomo & Maulkie

Yomo & Maulkkie was signed to Ruthless Records and released their only effort in 1991. They also worked with The D.O.C. The Duo split in 1992 without having commercial success. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Mockingbird, Glory, Mama don't, Daddy rich and For the love of money

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yomo_%26_Maulkie

Background Information
Origin	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop
Years active	1989–1992
Labels	Ruthless
Associated acts	Eazy-E, The D.O.C., Da Lench Mob
Past members	Yomo Smith Maulkie

Tribute Mondays: Blind John Davis

Blind John Davis (Dec. 7, 1913 – October 12, 1985)

Blues, Jazz and Boogie Woogie Pianist and Singer, Blind John Davis, lost his sight at aged 9 years old. He accompanied many Artists and released his own efforts. A 1955 house fire killed his wife and destroyed 1700 records from his collection; he died in 1985. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Davis, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Monday: No mail today and Everyday I have the blues

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

Background Information
Birth name	John Henry Davis
Born	December 7, 1913 Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States
Died	October 12, 1985(aged 71) Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genres	Blues, jazz, boogie-woogie
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Piano, vocals
Years active	1933–1985
Labels	Vocalion, Disques Vogue,Riverside, Happy Bird, Christi, Oldie Blues, Sirens, L&R, Red Beans
Associated acts	Johnny Lee's Music Masters

Merry Clayton

Merry Clayton (born December 25, 1948)

Soul and Gospel Singer and Actress, Merry Clayton, was a part of Ray Charles' The Raelettes and also did background vocals for many (Rolling Stones, Linda Rondstandt, Pearl Bailey, Lynrd Skynrd, Carol King and others). She has had a 18 year run of solo efforts and continued to do background work. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Gimmie shelter (Rolling Stones version), The shoop shoop song (Its in his kiss), Who can I count on? (When I can't count on you) with Bobby Darin, Lift every voice, Yes, Gimmie shelter (her version) and Keep your eye on the sparrow

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

Background information
Born	December 25, 1948 Gert Town, New Orleans,Louisiana, United States
Genres	Soul, gospel
Occupation(s)	Singer, actress
Years active	1962–present
Associated acts	The Raelettes   The Rolling Stones   Sisters Love   Lynyrd Skynyrd   Coldplay   Jess Conrad

Jazz Greats: Johnny Griffin

John Arnold Griffin III (April 24, 1928 – July 25, 2008)

Jazz Tenor Saxophonist, Bandleader and Hard Bop Pioneer, "The Little Giant", Johnny Griffins, worked for Atlantic Records on early Rhythm and Blues songs and also had stints with other regarded peers. He recorded critical acclaimed solo efforts featuring John Coltrane, Max Roach and later moved to France in 1960 and then the Netherlands in 1978. He died in 2008; please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday: 63rd Street theme and Hush-a-bye

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

Background information
Birth name	John Arnold Griffin III
Born	April 24, 1928 Chicago, Illinois, U.S
Died	July 25, 2008 (aged 80)
Genres	Jazz
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Tenor saxophone
Years active	1940s–2008
Labels	Blue Note, Riverside
Associated acts	Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis,Thelonious Monk, Kenny Clarke/Francy Boland Big Band

Little Sonny Parker

Little Sonny Parker

Little Sonny Parker is most times lost in the crowd of "Little Sonny" Artists. Information about him and his catalog are almost nonexistent, but there are mentions of some works released in the 1970's. Please take a listen here and have an enjoyable weekend: Love is got me down NB. Song not found on YouTube

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/3231832-Little-Sonny-Parker