The Velvelettes

The Velvelettes 

   The Velvelettes were one of the early Motown Girl Groups that faded after more attention were given to The Supremes, from their label. Please take a listen here and have a fun Sunday: Lonely lonely girl I am , There he goes , That's the reason why , He was really sayin' something , A bird in the hand , Bring back the sunshine , These things will keep me loving you and Needle in a Haystack

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Velvelettes 

Background information
Origin	Detroit, Michigan, United States
Genres	R&B, pop, soul
Years active	1961–1970
Labels	VIP (Motown)
Associated acts	Martha and the Vandellas, The Marvelettes, The Supremes
Past members	Carolyn Gill* Mildred Gill* Bertha Barbee* Norma Barbee* Betty Kelly* Annette McMillan Sandra Tilley *Original members

Jazz Greats: Luckey Roberts

Charles Luckyth Roberts (August 7, 1887 – February 5, 1968) 

   Luckey Roberts, along with James P. Johnson, developed the stride style of Piano playing; he was a Jazz Great that could do what others saw as the impossible, which lead to varied myths being created around his playing. Please take a listen here and have a nice Saturday: Junk man Rag , Rail Road Blues , Pork and Beans and Nothin'

 

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luckey_Roberts 

Background Information
Birth name	Charles Luckeyth Roberts[1]
Born	August 7, 1887[1] Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.[1]
Died	February 5, 1968 (aged 80)[1] New York City, New York, U.S.[1]
Genres	Jazz, ragtime, blues
Occupations	Composer, musician[1]
Instruments	Piano

Great R&B Groups:The Crests

The Crests 

  The Crests are a mixed Group that had a hit streak during the 1960's; though their hits dried up long ago they are still active on the Tour circuit with replacement members to satisfy a large fan base. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Six nights a week , The Angels listened in , Step by step , A year ago tonight , Trouble in paradise , Sweetest one , Little miracles , Guilty and 16 Candles 

  
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Crests 

Background Information
Name Origin	The Crests New York City, U.S.
Genres	R&B, doo wop
Years active	1959 – 1978 1980 - present
Labels	Coed Records Joyce Label Parkway Scepter Records
Associated acts	Johnny Maestro & The Brooklyn Bridge The Dell Satins
Past Members	J. T. Carter Talmoudge Gough Harold Torres, Patricia Van Dross Johnny Maestro

Hip Hop Tuesday: Sweet Tee

Sweet Tee (born Toi Jackson)

  Sweet Tee is a Pioneering Female Rapper that faded after a few hits in the 1980's, but she is still highlyrespected by many today. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: On the smooth tip , It's like that y'all , Why did it have to be me , It's my beat ft. Dj Jazzy Joyce , Whats up star (as Suga) and I got da feelin'

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweet_Tee 

Background Information
Birth name	Toi Jackson
Also known as	Suga
Origin	Queens, NY
Genres	Hip hop
Occupations	Rapper
Years active	1986–present
Labels	Profile MCA
Associated acts	Jazzy Joyce

Tribute Mondays: Bukka White

Booker T. Washington White (November 12, 1909 – February 26, 1977) 

  Delta Blues Legend, Bukka White, was a talented Guitarist and Songwriter; as one of the early pioneers of the Genre he helped to maintain the quality of the music during its comeback in the 1960's. Thanks for your contribution Mr. White, you are appreciated; please take a listen here and have a good Monday: Fixin' to die blues , Parchman farm blues , Po' Boy , Aberdeen Mississippi Blues , Remembrance of Charlie Patton and  Shake em' on down

  
  
   

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bukka_White 

Background information
Birth name	Booker T. Washington White
Born	November 12, 1909 Between Aberdeen and Houston,Mississippi, United States
Died	February 26, 1977 (aged 67) Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Genres	Delta blues, country blues
Occupations	Singer, guitarist, songwriter
Instruments	Vocals, steel guitar, fiddle, piano
Years active	Late 1920s–1977
Labels	Various

The Wrens

The Wrens 

  The Wrens were a short lived Doo-Wop Group that had a few hits in the early 1950's; because of their early split they are not recognized by most today. Please take a listen here and have a fun Sunday: Beggin' for love , Eleven roses , Loves something that's made for two and Come back my love

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wrens_(R%26B_band) 

Background Information
Name	The Wrens
Origin	The Bronx, New York, United States
Genres	R&B , Doo Wop
Years active	1950–1956
Labels	Rama Records
Members
Waldo Champen Francis "Frenchie" Concepcion ,Archangel "Archie" Oropeza Raoul McLeod George Magnezid James "Archie" ArcherBobby Mansfield

Jazz Greats: Dexter Gordon

Dexter Gordon (February 27, 1923 – April 25, 1990) 

  Dexter Gordon was a excellent Saxophonist and legendary Performer; his contribution to Jazz is immeasurable. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday: Tanya , Soul Sister , Ernies tune , Love for sale , Guess i'll hang my tears out to dry , You stepped out of a dream , Smile , You've changed , I want more , I was doing all right and Where are you?

  
  
 

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dexter_Gordon 

Background information
Also known as	Long Tall Dexter, Dexter "The Sound" Gordon
Born	February 27, 1923 Los Angeles, California, United States
Died	April 25, 1990 (aged 67) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States
Genres	Jazz, swing, bebop, hard bop
Occupations	Tenor saxophonist, composer,bandleader, musician, actor
Instruments	Tenor saxophone
Years active	1940–1986
Labels	Blue Note, Savoy, Columbia
Associated acts	Dizzy Gillespie, Gene Ammons,Wardell Gray, Lionel Hampton,Billy Eckstine

Jewel Akens

Jewel Eugene Akens (September 12, 1933, Houston, Texas – March 1, 2013, Inglewood, California) 

   Producer and Singer Jewel Akens was a One- hit wonder, thou he fronted two Groups and had a long Solo Career. His years of touring kept his music alive and his memory lives on; please take a listen here and have a Enjoyable Weekend: Sukiyaki (my first lonely night) , Georgie Porgie , I've arrived , You better move on and The Bird and the Bees

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jewel_Akens 

Background information
Born Died	September 12, 1933, Houston, Texas March 1, 2013, Inglewood, California
Genres	Rhythm and blues Rock and roll
Years active	Late1950's – 1991
Labels	Silver Records, Era Records
Associated acts	The Medallions, The Four Dots, Sam Cooke

Reggae Thursdays: Phyllis Dillon

Phyllis Dillon (1 January 1948 – 15 April 2004)

  Phyllis Dillon was a Great Jamaican Singer that started recording at age 19 and retired by age 23, Her music would have faded from memory if it wasn't for new recordings in the 1990's and renewed interest in Ska. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: It's rocking time , Make me yours , Love the one you're with , Tulips and Heather Don't stay away and Perfidia 

   
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phyllis_Dillon 

Background Information
Born Died	Jan 01, 1948 Linstead, St. Catherine, Apr 15 2004
Genres	Reggae
Labels	Treasure Isle

Great R&B Groups: The Crows

The Crows 


   R&B Group The Crows is listed as Having the first Rock and Roll hit, but they were a one hit wonder that quickly faded from the public minds and some how got lost in the process. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: I love you so , Heartbreaker , Baby , Miss you and Gee



Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Crows 

Background information
Origin	Harlem
Genres	Rhythm and blues, doo wop
Years active	1951–55
Labels	Rama Records
Past members
Daniel "Sonny" Norton William "Bill" Davis Harold Major Jerry Wittick Gerald Hamilton Mark Jackson

Hip Hop Tuesdays: 2Pac

Tupac Amaru Shakur (June 16, 1971 – September 13, 1996) 

 

  The All round Entertainer Tupac Shakur touched the hearts and minds of many; the legacy he left behind is more than music and film, it is a glimpse of what an educated mind can achieve. Please take listen to a few Gems here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Brenda's Got a Baby , Hail Mary , California Love , So Many tears , How do you want it , How long will they mourn me , I ain't mad at cha , Pour out a little liquor ,  Dear Mama Changes and Trapped

   

   

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tupac_Shakur 

Background information
Birth name	Tupac Amuru Shakur
Also known as	2Pac, Makaveli, MC New York
Born	June 16, 1971 New York City, New York, U.S.
Origin	Marin City, California, U.S.
Died	September 13, 1996 (aged 25) Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop
Occupations	Rapper, actor, record producer, poet, screenwriter, activist, writer
Years active	1991–1996
Labels	Interscope, Death Row
Associated acts	Outlawz, Johnny "J", Snoop Dogg, Digital Underground, Dr. Dre, Danny Boy, Big Syke, E-40,Tha Dogg Pound, Nate Dogg,Young Noble, MC Breed, Above the Law, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony,The Notorious B.I.G.