Jeanette Washington

Jeanette Washington

Jeanette Washington was a member of both Parliament and Parlet. And also a former Background Vocalist for James Brown. Please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: Sir NoseD'voidoffunk, Funkentelechy and Flashlight

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

Background information
Name: Jeanette Washington Genre: Funk

Associated Acts: James Brown and Parliament

Reggae Thursdays: Kiddus I

Frank Dowding (Saint Mary Parish , Jamaica, December 1944)

Reggae Singer and Musician, Kiddus I, was a part of the Rockers Movie. After Set backs in his releases, due to lost studio tapes, he has had a steady climb in the industry after the release of his old and found materials. He remains active; please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Green fa life, Security in the streets and Graduation in Zion

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

Background Information
Birth name	Frank Dowding Jr
Origin	Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica
Genres	Reggae
Instruments	Vocals

Bob & Earl

Earl Lee Nelson (8 Sept 1928 – 12 July 2008)

Bobby Byrd 

Bobby Relf (Jan. 10, 1937 – Nov. 20, 2007)

Bob & Earl started out with Bobby Day as a member, before his huge solo career and then a second Bobby was added  to form the most successful incarnation of the Duo. Their tenure came to an end during the 1970's. Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: I'll keep running back, Dancin' everywhere and Harlem shuffle

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_%26_Earl

Background Information
Origin	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres	soul music
Years active	1960-1970s
Labels	Class Marc Warner Bros. Records Uni Records
Associated acts	The Hollywood Flames Bobby Day Barry White
Past members	Earl Nelson Bobby Byrd (aka Bobby Day) Bobby Relf (aka Bobby Garrett and Bobby Valentino)

Hip Hop Tuesdays: B-Legit

Brandt Jones (born January 13, 1968)

B-Legit is a California Rapper that has been active since 1988. He has a long list of collaborations with many Bay Area Rappers and has  released a few solo Albums since 1993. He remains active; please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: What we been doin' ft. E-40, Check it out ft. Kurupt and E-40, Ain't hard to find (with 2 Pac ), I'm in your city, So international and Ghetto smile

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/B-Legit

Background Information
Birth name	Brandt Jones
Also known as	Hash Brown Billo
Born	January 13, 1968 (age 49)
Origin	Vallejo, California
Genres	Hip hop, Hyphy
Occupation(s)	Rapper
Years active	1988–present
Labels	Jive, Sick Wid It, Koch
Associated acts	A-1, Celly Cel, The Click,Master P, Tupac Shakur,Too Short, Levitti, Mystikal,The Mossie, Scarface,Snoop Dogg, Daz Dillinger,Kurupt, Luniz, The Federation, UGK, Mack 10,Keak Da Sneak, Rick Rock,J.Wes Of 420Ent, Young Buck, Paul Wall, Mac Dre,Blade Icewood

Tribute Mondays: Forest City Joe

Joe Bennie Pugh (July 10, 1926 – April 3, 1960)

Blues Musician, Forest City Joe, was one of the most regarded Harmonica Players of the 1940's and 1950's periods, working with Muddy Waters and others. He died in a  motor vehicle accident at aged 33 years old in 1960. His work has gained traction since the 1990's. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Pugh, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a great Monday: (She used to be beautiful but) She lived her life too fast, Train time, Lonesome day blues, A woman on every street and Memory of Sonny Boy

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

Background Information
Birth name	Joe Bennie Pugh
Also known as	Forrest City Joe
Born	July 10, 1926 Hughes, Arkansas, United States
Died	April 3, 1960 (aged 33) Horseshoe Lake, Arkansas, United States
Genres	Blues
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Harmonica, vocals
Years active	Early 1940s–1960
Labels	Aristocrat   Atlantic

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Ladysmith Black Mambazo is a South African Vocal Group that uses the Isicathamizo (Traditional Zulu Music) style. Their formation is accredited to the Group's leader need to replicate the harmonies that he heard in his dreams. They had huge international success after teaming up with Paul Simon on his "Graceland" Album. They have released over 50 Albums, garnering numerous Awards and remains active. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: How long  Hello my baby, Intokozo, Inkanyezi Nezazi, Mbube, Nomathemba, Diamond on the soles of her shoes (with Paul Simon) and Homeless (with Paul Simon)

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

Background information
Origin	Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Genres	Isicathamiya, mbube
Years active	1960–64 (original group) 1964–present (current incarnation)
Labels	Gallo, Warner Bros.,Shanachie, Wrasse, Heads Up International, Listen2
Website	www.mambazo.com
Members	Joseph Shabalala Thamsanqa Shabalala Sibongiseni Shabalala Thulani Shabalala Msizi Shabalala Albert Mazibuko Abednego Mazibuko Russel Mthembu Ngane Dlamini
Past members	Jockey Shabalala Jabulani Dubazana Inos Phungula Ben Shabalala Geophrey Mdletshe Headman Shabalala Milton Mazibuko Funokwakhe Mazibuko Joseph Mazibuko Walter Malinga Matovoti Msimanga

Jazz Greats: George Duvivier

George Duvivier (August 17, 1920 – July 11, 1985)

Jazz Double-Bassist and Composer, George Duvivier, composed works for the Lucky Millinder Band and also the Cab Calloway Band during the 1940's. He worked as a Bassist for numerous ensembles for his tenure, but died from cancer in 1985 without recording as a session leader. Please take a listen here and have a good Saturday: Sonny Clark Trio with Max Roach & George Duvivier (Full Album) and Blues for Harry Carney

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

Background information
Name: George Duviver Born: Aug. 17, 1920 Died:  July 11, 1985 Genres: Jazz Origin: New York City, US