Jazz Greats: "Big Eye" Louis Nelson Delisle

Louis Nelson Delisle (28 January 1885 – 20 August 1949)

Dixieland Jazz Clarinetist, String Bassist, Banjo Player and Accordion Player, "Big Eye" Louis Nelson Delisle, was a pioneer of Hot Jazz and he also influenced future Musicians (Johnny Dodds, Jimmie No one, etc.). Please take a listen here and have a good Saturday: Tin Roof Blues - "Big Eye" Louis Nelson Delisle/Charlie Love/Louis Gallaud/Ernest Rogers

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

Background information
Birth name	Louis Nelson Delisle
Also known as	"Big Eye"
Born	January 28, 1885
Origin	New Orleans, Louisiana,USA
Died	July 20, 1949 (aged 64)
Instruments	Clarinet
Years active	1910s – 1940s

Shirley Brown

Shirley Brown (born January 6, 1947, West Memphis, Arkansas)

Shirley Brown is a talented vocalist that had major success in the 1970's and remains active doing mainly live shows. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: I ain't gonna tell nobody, Love built on a strong foundation, Blessed is the woman ( with a man like mine) and Woman to Woman

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

Background Information
Birth name	Shirley Brown
Born	January 6, 1947 (age 68)
Origin	West Memphis, Arkansas, United States
Genres	R&B
Occupation(s)	Singer
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1974–present
Labels	Abet, Stax, Arista, Malaco

Reggae Thursdays: Michael Palmer

Michael Palmer (born 1960)

Michael Palmer is a popular Reggae/Dancehall Singer whose career, which started in the late 1970's, was sidetracked by the murder of General Echo and Big John (Stereophonic's Sound System owner). He managed a resurgence in the 1980's as a Solo Artist and Producer and remains active. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Smoke the weed and Lick shot

Source:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Palmer_(musician)

Backround Information
Born	1960 (age 54–55) Maxfield Park, Kingston,Jamaica
Genres	Reggae, dancehall
Occupation(s)	Singer, record producer
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	Late 1970s–present
Labels	Greensleeves Power House Midnight Rock Vista Sounds

Rock and Roll Wednesdays: Lazy Lester

Lazy Lester (born Leslie Johnson, June 20, 1933)

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/540360-Lazy-Lester

Blues Singer/Songwriter, Bassist, Percussionist, Harmonica Player and Guitarist, Lazy Lester had a 60 years career that included session work and singles that were covered by later acts. He influenced many; please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: I hear you knocking, Sugar coated love and I'm a lover not a fighter

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

Background information
Birth name	Leslie Johnson
Born	June 20, 1933 (age 82) Torras, Louisiana, United States
Genres	Swamp blues, harmonica blues, rhythm and blues,Louisiana blues[1]
Occupation(s)	Musician, songwriter
Instruments	Vocals, guitar, harmonica,percussion, bass guitar
Labels	Excello, Alligator, Telarc
Associated acts	Lightnin' Slim

Hip Hop Tuesdays: DJ Disco Wiz

Luis Cedeño, (August 11, 1961 in the Bronx, New York, US)

First Latino Hip Hop DJ, Dj Disco Wiz, is a pioneering performer, that created the first mix dub recording in the genre. He remains active; please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: DJ Disco Wiz - The Land Before The Rhyme

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

Background Information
Birth name	Luis Cedeño
Born	August 11, 1961 (age 54) Bronx, New York, United States
Genres	Hip hop
Occupation(s)	DJ, MC
Instruments	Turntables
Associated acts	The Notorious 2, Mighty Force, Cold Crush Brothers

Tribute Mondays: Slim Harpo

James Isaac Moore (January 11, 1924 – January 31, 1970)

Harmonica Player, Singer and Guitarist, Slim Harpo was a master of the Harmonica and an excellent stage performer. His music has been covered by many Artists (The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, The Doors, Muddy Waters, etc.). He died from an heart attack at aged 46, despite purportedly being in good health. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Moore,  you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Moody Blues, Shake your hips, I'm a king bee, I got loving if you want it and Baby scratch my back

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

Background Information
Birth name	James Isaac Moore
Born	January 11, 1924 Lobdell, Louisiana, United States
Died	January 31, 1970 (aged 46) Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Genres	Harmonica blues Louisiana blues Juke joint blues Swamp blues[1]
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Harmonica, guitar, vocals
Years active	c. 1950–1970
Labels	Excello, Stateside, Blue Horizon
Associated acts	Lightnin' Slim

Miriam Makeba

Zenzile Miriam Makeba (4 March 1932 – 9 November 2008)

South African Singer and Civil Rights Activist, Miriam Makeba, was a talented Singer that was instrumental in the fight against apartheid in South Africa. She was one of the fore runners of the World Music Genre and is considered the inventor of the "Afro look". Her music is loved by many; please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: The click song, Malaka and Pata Pata

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

Background information
Birth name	Zenzile Miriam Makeba[1]
Also known as	Mama Africa
Born	4 March 1932 Prospect Township, Johannesburg, Union of South Africa
Died	9 November 2008 (aged 76) Castel Volturno, Italy
Genres	Marabi, World music, folk, pop rock, jazz, Afro-soul
Occupation(s)	Singer-songwriter, actress
Years active	1954–2008
Labels	Manteca, RCA, Mercury Records, Kapp Records,Collectables, Suave Music,Warner Bros., PolyGram, Drg, Stern's Africa, Kaz, Sonodisc

Jazz Greats: Cedric Haywood

Cedric Haywood (December 31, 1914 – September 9, 1969) 

Jazz Pianist, Cedric Haywood, was a important figure in the Jazz Genre, whose career began in the 1930's. He worked in many of the Bands of his day. Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday: Kid Ory - Song Of The Wanderer (1957)

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

Background information
Birth Name: Cedric Haywood Born: Dec. 31, 1914 Died: Sept. 09, 1969 Origin: Houston Texas Associated Acts: Arnett Cobb, Chester Boone, Milt Larkin, Illinois Jacquet, Sidney Betchet, Lionel Hampton, Kid Ory

Earl King

Earl King (February 7, 1934 – April 17, 2003)

New Orleans Blues and R&B Singer/Songwriter and Guitarist, Earl King, was an early player in New Orleans R&B. He has written for others and recorded many regarded pieces. Please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: Mother's love, , Trick Bag, Street parade (The Meters) and Come on

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

Background information
Birth name	Earl Silas Johnson IV
Also known as	Pearl King (as songwriter)
Born	February 7, 1934
Origin	New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Died	April 17, 2003 (aged 69)
Genres	New Orleans blues, New Orleans R&B
Occupation(s)	Musician, singer, songwriter, record producer
Instruments	Vocals, guitar
Years active	1953–2001
Labels	Savoy, Specialty, Ace,Imperial, Kansu, Sonet, Black Top
Associated acts	Guitar Slim, Allen Toussaint,The Meters, Roomful of Blues

Reggae Thursdays: Ken Lazarus

Ken Lazarus

Ken Lazarus released a few noteworthy tracks during the 1970's and spent most of his tenure working with other Artist in the Studio. He continued touring into the 1990's; Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Pum Pum a go kill you, How can I love you ft. The Soulettes, Hail the man, Tomorrow's children, Girl and Cecilia

Background information
Name: Ken Lazarus Genre: Reggae Years active: 1970's Labels: VP, Federal Records

Brothers Unlimited

Brothers Unlimited

The Brothers Unlimited were a Funk/Soul, 14 member ensemble, that released a respected Album in 1970. They are regarded for their interpretation of the Muscle Shoal Sound. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: Take me back, Got to get over, A change is gonna come and Who's for the young, 

Background information
Band Name: Brothers Unlimited Origin: Memphis, Tennessee, US Years active: 1968-? Label: Capitol Records