Tribute Mondays: Choker Campbell

Walter Luzar Campbell (Mar 21, 1916 – July 20, 1993)

Saxophonist and Bandleader, Choker Campbell, is remembered for his work at Motown Records. He also led the Backing Band for The Supremes, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Four Tops, Stevie Wonder and others. He led his own Band after leaving Motown Records. He died in 1993; thanks for your contribution Mr. Campbell you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Last Call For Whiskey and Have you seen my baby

Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Choker_Campbell

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/595974-Choker-Campbell

Background Information
Birth name	Walter Luzar Campbell
Born	March 21, 1916 Shelby, Mississippi,United States
Origin	Saginaw, Michigan
Died	July 20, 1993(aged 77) Detroit, Michigan, United States
Genres	Soul, rhythm and blues, rock, jazz
Occupation(s)	Saxophonist, flautist, singer
Instruments	Saxophone, flute,vocals
Years active	1935–1993
Labels	Motown, Attic, Candy Apple, Campbell Artist Productions
Associated acts	The Temptations,Four Tops, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Martha and the Vandellas,Marvin Gaye, Choker Campbell and his Sixteen-Piece Orchestra, The Super Sounds

Victor Sproles

Victor Sproles (born November 18, 1927 in Chicago)

Jazz Bassist, Victor Sproles, was active during the 1950's, 1960's and 1970's, as a sideman with Sun Ra, Ira Sullivan, Stan Getz, Art Blakey, Clark Terry and others. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Stan meets Chet 1958 (Stan Getz & Chet Baker)  and 'S Make It -Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers

Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victor_Sproles

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/518450-Victor-Sproles

Background information
Name: Victor Sproles Born: Nov. 18, 1927 Origin: Chicago, US

Jazz Greats: Richard Davis (bassist)

Richard Davis (born April 15, 1930)

Jazz Bassist, Richard Davis, are regarded for his Bass playing on projects by Eric Dolphy, Van Morrison, Andrew Hill and others. He was a Sideman to Sarah Vaughan, Booker Irvin,  Dexter Gordon and others. He began his long run during the 1940's and still remains active as a Professor (Bass, Jazz, History and Inprovision) at the University of Wisconsin Madison and performing. Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday: Eric Dolphy 'Out To Lunch!' (Full Album), Astral Weeks (Van Morrison) , Andrew Hill - Point of Departure (Full Album) and Heavy Sounds {Elvin Jones & Richard Davis (Full Album, 1968)}

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Davis_(bassist)

Background information
Born	April 15, 1930(age 87) Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Genres	Jazz, classical
Occupation(s)	Musician, educator
Instruments	Double bass
Years active	1940s–present
Labels	Muse, Palmetto
Associated acts	Eric Dolphy,Creative Construction Company, The Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra

A. C. Reed

Aaron Corthen (May 9, 1926 – Feb. 24, 2004)

Chicago Blues and Soul Blues Saxophonist, A. C. Reed, had a long run from the 1940's to 2004. During his tenure he released solo material and worked as a Sideman at Chief, Profile and Age Records, as well as being affiliated with Son Seals, Buddy Guy, Albert Collins and others. Please take a listen here and have an enjoyable weekend: I Am Fed Up , This Little Voice and  Take These Blues and Shove 'em (Full Album)

Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/A.C._Reed

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/330443-AC-Reed

Background information
Birth name	Aaron Corthen
Born	May 9, 1926 Wardell, Missouri,United States
Died	February 24, 2004(aged 77) Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genres	Chicago blues, soul blues
Occupation(s)	Saxophonist
Instruments	Saxophone
Years active	1940s–2004

Reggae Thursdays: Joe White

Joseph White (Jamaica)

Jamaican Reggae Vocalist, Pianist and Melodica Player, Joe White, released Singles and Albums during the 1960's and 1970's and was a member of numerous Groups (God Sons, Conscious Mind, The Leaders and others. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday:  My guiding star, Every night, My love for You , This Is The Time , Love For Every Family - LP 1977  and Rudie's all around

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/156086-Joe-White

Background information
Name: Joseph White Origin: Jamaica Years active: 1960's - ? Labels: Roosevelt, Trench Town, Magnet

The Blue Jays

The Blue Jays

Doo-Wop ensemble, The Blue Jays, had one of the shortest runs in the genres history, but still managed to score a hit. Their tenure was from 1961 to 1962 and only Group member Leon Peels had a solo career after the split. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Wednesday: Tears Are Falling, Right to Love and Lover's Island

Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Blue_Jays

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/83745-The-Blue-Jays

Background information
Name: The Blue Jays Origin: Venice, California Years active: 1961 - 1962 Genre: Doo-Wop Label: Milestone Records Members: Leon Peels, Van Richardson, Alex Maniga/ Manigeault and Leonard Davidson

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Raheem

Oscar Ceres (Houston Texas)

Rapper, Raheem, was a member of Geto Boys in 1986 and went on to release solo efforts beginning in 1988 and continued into the early 2000's. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Peace (1988) , Shotgun, I'm Mackin', The Vigilante, The Invincible {Full Album 1992) and Dance Floor (1988)

Source 1: https://www.discogs.com/artist/54490-Raheem

Source 2: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/raheem-mn0000327419/biography

Background information
Name: Oscar Ceres Origin: Houston, Texas Label: Rap-A-Lot Records, A&M Records