Reggae Thursdays: Ernie Smith

Glenroy Anthony Michael Archangelo Smith (May 1945, Kingston, Jamaica)

Reggae Singer, Ernie Smith, initially worked as a Guitarist and Insurance Salesman before scoring hits as a Solo artist. He has achieved hits and accolades during his long career. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Bend down, Pitta patta, All for Jesus, I can't take it (tears on my pillow), Life is just for living, Dream, Ride on Sammy and Duppy or gunman

Source:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ernie_Smith_(singer)

Background information
Birth name	Glenroy Anthony Michael Archangelo Smith
Born	May 1945
Origin	Kingston, Jamaica
Genres	Reggae
Instruments	Vocals
Associated acts	The Vandals

Girl Groups: The Cookies

The Cookies

The Cookies (also known as The Cinderellas, The Palisades, Honey Bees and The Stepping Stones) were a R&B Girl Group that doubled as Backing Vocalists on many Recordings (Neil Sadaka - Breaking up is hard to do, Little Eva - The Loco Motion, etc.). They scored a few hits and recorded under varying names. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: In paradise (The Cinderellas), Chains, I'm into something good and Don't say anything bad (about my baby)

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

Background information
Origin	Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States
Genres	R&B Pop Soul
Years active	1953–1958; 1962–1967
Labels	Lamp/Aladdin Records Atlantic Records Dimension Records
Associated acts	The Raelettes Ray Charles
Past members	Darlene McCrea Margie Hendricks Earl-Jean McCrea Dorothy Jones Beulah Robertson Margaret Ross

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Black Noise

Black Noise

South African Hip Hop Group, Black Noise, are pioneers of conscious Hip Hop in their Country. They are involved in positive Youth Development Initiatives. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Hip Hop Won't Stop by Black Noise, S.A. Hip Hop Pioneers

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Noise_%28group%29

Background information
Band Name: Black Noise Members: Emile Jamsen Years active: late 1980's - present Origin: Cape Flats, Cape Town, South Africa

Tribute Mondays: Neal Pattman (Big Daddy Pattmam)

Neal Pattman (January 10, 1926 – May 4, 2005)

One armed, Pioneering Electric Blues Harmonica Player, Singer and Songwriter, Neal Pattman (Big Daddy Pattmam), was active from the 1960's, but gained recognition in the 1990's. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Pattman, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a good Monday: Whoopin' the Blues

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neal_Pattman

Background Information
Also known as	Big Daddy Pattman
Born	January 10, 1926 Madison County, Georgia, United States
Died	May 4, 2005 (aged 79) Athens, Georgia, United States
Genres	Electric blues[1]
Occupation(s)	Singer, harmonica player, songwriter
Instruments	Harmonica, vocals
Years active	1960s–2005
Labels	Global Village, Music Maker, Bent Notes

Hociel Thomas

Hociel Thomas (July 10, 1904 – August 22, 1952)

Classic Female Blues Singer, Hociel Thomas, was the niece of Sippie Wallace. She recorded before and after the Great Depression; she lost her sight in a fight in which she killed her sister and died a few years later from heart disease. Please the a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Lonesome Hours (1926) and Deep Water Blues

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hociel_Thomas

Background information
Birth Name: Hociel Thomas Born: July 10, 1904 Died: August 22, 1952 Genre: Blues Origin: Houston Texas, US Label: Gennett Records, Okeh, Circle Label

Jazz Greats: Everett "Happy" Robbins

Everett Robbins

Pianist, Bandleader and Composer, Everett "Happy" Robbins, made Piano Rolls for Capitol Roll & Record Company, composed major pieces, lead Bands and played Piano in the Ensembles of his time. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Saturday: Hard luck blues (1923)

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Everett_Robbins

Background Information
Birth name	Everett Robbins
Origin	Muskogee, Oklahoma, USA
Genres	Jazz Blues
Occupation(s)	Pianist, bandleader, composer
Instruments	Piano

Gwen Davis

Gwen Davis

Gwen Davis is a soul Artist that released a double sided Record in 1964. The song didn't chart, but she is remembered by many. Please take a listen here and have a great day: My man don't think I know and I can't be your part time baby

Source: www.allmusic.com/artist/gwen-davis-mn0000519467/biography

Background information
Name: Gwen Davis Label: Sound State

Darlene Love

Darlene Wright (born July 26, 1941)

Darlene Love is a powerful Vocalist that has worked relentlessly in the music industry for many years. She remains active although her career has been hindered by Phil Spector's dishonesty towards her work in The Blossoms and as a solo Artist. Please take a listen here and have a Joyous Christmas Eve: Basketball Jones (with Michelle Phillips), Zip-a-dee-doo-dah (Baby B. Sox & The Blue Jeans) and Christmas (Baby please come home)

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darlene_Love

Background information
Birth name	Darlene Wright
Born	July 26, 1941 (age 74) Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Origin	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres	Jazz, pop, rock
Occupation(s)	Singer, actress
Years active	1959–present
Labels	Challenge, Philles, OKeh, Reprise, Ode, MGM, Bell, Lion
Associated acts	The Blossoms, Tom Jones,The Ronettes, The Beach Boys, Elvis Presley, Johnny Rivers, Sonny and Cher

Reggae Thursdays: Lady P

Lady P

Lady P is one of the female Jamaican Deejays that captivated audiences on stage and on Record. There is limited information available about her Records and career. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Sister Nancy, Lady Ann & Lady P - Sting 1990 and Lethal weapon

Girl Groups: The Blossoms

The Blossoms

Darlene Love, Fanita James and Jean King 

The Blossoms did background vocals on many famous records (The Ronettes - Be my baby, The Crystals - Dee Doo Ron Ron) and scored huge hits, but their major hit was credited to The Crystals by Phil Spector. They worked on TV Programs (Shindig, etc.) With limited recognition and are mostly remembered as backing vocalists. Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: Things are changing, Sugarbeat (The Playgirls), Write me a letter, Son-in-law, Stoney end and He's a rebel (credited as The Crystals)

Nanette, Fanita, Gloria and Annette

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Blossoms

Background information
Also known as	The Dreamers The Playgirls The Rollettes The Rebelettes
Origin	Los Angeles, United States
Genres	R&B, Pop, Rock and Roll,Soul
Years active	1954–1990; 2000-present
Labels	Capitol, Philles, Challenge,Bell, RCA, Reprise, Ode,MGM, Lion
Members	Fanita James Gloria Jones
Past members	Darlene Love Jean King Gracia Nitzsche Nanette Williams Annette Williams Jewel Cobbs Pat Howard Edna Wright Carolyn Willis