The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Tuesday 31 March 2015

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Showbiz & AG

Showbiz & AG


Rapper and Producer Hip Hop Duo, Showbiz & AG, are Diggin in the Crates members and they released a couple of Albums. Producer Showbiz has produced memorable material. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Party groove and Soul clap

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Showbiz_%2
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Background Information
OriginThe BronxNew York CityNew York
GenresHip hop
Years active1990–present
LabelsPayDay/FFRR/PolyGram
Associated actsLord FinesseDiamond DFat JoeO.C.BuckwildBig L

Monday 30 March 2015

Tribute Mondays: John Brimm

John Brim (April 10, 1922 – October 1, 2003) 
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Chicago Blues Singer/Songwriter and Guitarist, John Brim, recorded for several Labels, but had a good run at Chess Records. Thanks for your contribution, Mr. Brim, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Ice cream man and I would hate to see you go

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Brim
Background Information 
BornApril 10, 1922
Hopkinsville, KentuckyUnited States
DiedOctober 1, 2003 (aged 81)
Gary, Indiana, United States
GenresBlues
InstrumentsGuitar

Sunday 29 March 2015

Sippie Wallace

Sippie Wallace (born as Beulah Thomas, November 1, 1898 – November 1, 1986) 
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"The Texas Nightingale", Singer/Songwriter, Pianist and Organist, Sippie Wallace, was a top female Blues Vocalist whose career lasted from 1918-1986. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Up the country Blues, Shorty George and Woman be wise. 

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sippie_Wallace
Background Information 
Birth nameBeulah Thomas
BornNovember 1, 1898
Plum Bayou, Arkansas
DiedNovember 1, 1986 (aged 88)
Detroit, Michigan
GenresBluesjazz
Occupation(s)Singerpianistorganist,songwriter
InstrumentsPianoorgan
Years activeca. 1918–1986
LabelsOkehVictorAlligator,StoryvilleAtlantic

Saturday 28 March 2015

Jazz Greats: Wilbur De Paris

Wilbur de Paris (January 11, 1900 – January 3, 1973)
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Trombone Player and Bandleader, Wilbur De Paris, was a main figure in New Orleans Jazz during the 1940's and 1950's. He also had a lucrative career as a side man in the 1930's.  Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday: Wilbur de Paris - In A Persian Market

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilbur_de_Paris
Background information
Birth Name: Wilbur De Paris
Born: Jan 11, 1906
Died: Jan 3, 1937
Origin: Crawfordsville, Indiana, US


Friday 27 March 2015

Henry Lewis

Henry Jay Lewis (October 16, 1932 – January 26, 1996)

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Double Bassist and Orchestral Conductor, Henry Lewis, worked in and led major Symphony Orchestras . Please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: The Symphony Sound with Henry Lewis and the Royal Philharmonic

Source:   http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Lewis_(musician)
Background information
Birth nameHenry Lewis 
Born
Died
Oct 16, 1932
Jan 26, 19996
Origin
Years active 
LA California , U.S.
1948-?

Thursday 26 March 2015

Reggae Thursdays: Prince Hammer

Beris Simpson
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Reggae Deejay, Singer and Record Producer, Prince Hammer has been active as a solo Artist since the 1970's and has Produced for many others. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday:  Ten thousand lion 


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_Hammer
Background Information 
Birth nameBeris Simpson
BornKingstonJamaica
GenresReggae
Years activeMid 1970s–present
LabelsFront Line, Hitrun, KSJ, Berris
Associated actsAdrian Sherwood
Suns of Arqa[1]
Blacka Morwell

Wednesday 25 March 2015

Mel &; Tim

Mel &Tim
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Soul Music Duo. Mel &Tim, released two million sellers and some lukewarm records. They dissolved the duo in the 1970's. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Backfield in motion,  and Starting all over again

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Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mel_%26_tim
Background Information 
OriginUnited States
GenresSoul
R&B
Years active1969–1970s
LabelsBambooStax
Past membersMel Hardin
Tim McPherson

Tuesday 24 March 2015

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Diamond D

Joseph Kirkland  (January 29, 1969) 
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Founding Member of Diggin' in the Crates Crew, Producer and MC, Diamond D, Produced notable works for D.I.T.C. members and other Artist. He also released a couple of  solo efforts. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Sally got a one track mind and Best kept secret


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diamond_D
Background information
BornJanuary 29, 1969 (age 46)
BronxNew York City,[citation needed] U.S.
GenresHip hop
Occupation(s)Producer-MC
InstrumentsKeyboard
Sampler
Drum machine
Strings
Turntable
Years active1988–present
LabelsChemistry/Mercury/PolyGram Records
Diamond Mine Records
Babygrande Records

Monday 23 March 2015

Tribute Mondays: Jimmy Dawkins

James Henry "Jimmy" Dawkins (October 24, 1936 – April 10, 2013) 
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Chicago Blues Singer and Guitarist, Jimmy Dawkins, released some Albums during his tenure, but spent more time promoting other Artist through his Label and being a session musician. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Dawkins, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a nice Monday: Me, My Guitar and the Blues 


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Dawkins
Background information
Birth nameJames Henry Dawkins
BornOctober 24, 1936
Tchula, MississippiUnited States
DiedApril 10, 2013 (aged 76)
Chicago, Illinois
GenresBlues
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsGuitar, vocals
Years activeLate 1960s–2013
LabelsDelmarkStoryvilleEarwig Music

Sunday 22 March 2015

Gospel Groups: The Caravans

The Caravans
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Gospel Group, The Caravans, are one of the mainstays of the Genre. Their catalog dates back to the 1950's and many Artist got their start as a part of their line up. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Swing low, Sweet Chariot and Mary don't you weep


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Caravans
Background Information 
Also known asRobert Anderson and His Gospel Caravan (1947-1951)
Robert Anderson and The Caravanas (1951-1952)
OriginChicago, Illinois
GenresGospel music
Years active1947–1976, 2006-2010
LabelsMiraclePremiumStatesUnited,SharpSpecialtySavoy, Gospel,Vee Jay, HOB, TripExodus,FairwayBuddah, Caritas,Jewel[disambiguation needed], Birthright,Malaco
Past membersMembers: Robert Anderson, Delores Washington, Albertina Walker, Bessie Griffin, Cassieta George, Dorothy Norwood, Inez Andrews, Shirley Caesar, Josephine Howard, Rev. James Cleveland, Ora Lee Hopkins, Elyse Yance, Irma Gwynn, Edward Robinson, Louire Overall Weaver, Nellie Grace Daniels and more

Saturday 21 March 2015

Jazz Greats: Tommy Ladnier

Thomas James "Tommy" Ladnier (May 28, 1900 – June 4, 1939) 
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Classic Jazz Trumpeter, Tommy Ladnier, toured the US and Europe constantly in the 1920's and recorded classic material up to his death from an heart attack at aged 39 years old. Please take a listen here and have a exiting Saturday: Jimmie Noone + Tommy Ladnier + Ollie Powers 1923 Play


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tommy_Ladnier
Background Information 
Birth nameThomas J. Ladnier
BornMay 28, 1900
OriginLouisianaUnited States
DiedJune 4, 1939 (aged 39)
GenresClassic jazz
InstrumentsTrumpet
Years active1921–1939
Associated actsMezz Mezzrow