Reggae Thursdays: The Revolutionaries

The Revolutionaries

Former House Band of Channel one studios, The Revolutionaries created the Rockers style that was so hugely used in 1980's Jamaican Music. They did studio work on many Dub Recordings and also as a Backing Band for notable performers. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Roots man dub,  Earthquake dub, Natty dread style and The Revolutionaries(Revolutionary Sounds)

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

Background information
Band Name: The Revolutionaries Members:  Sly Dunbar, Robbie Shakespeare, Bertram McLean , Radcliffe "Dougie" Bryan on guitar , Ossie Hibbert, Errol "Tarzan" Nelson, Robert Lyn or Ansel Collins on keyboards , Uziah "Sticky" Thompson, Noel "Scully" Simms on percussion , Tommy McCook, Herman Marquis on saxophone , Bobby Ellis on trumpet and Vin Gordon on trombone .

Country Blues Groups: Georgia Cotton Pickers

Georgia Cotton Pickers

Country Blues Group, The Georgia Cotton Pickers,  consisted of respected Blues notables ( Buddy Moss, Curley Weaver, Barbecue Bob and Fred McMulla). They worked on Columbia Records in 1931. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday:  Diddle-Da-Diddle and, She's coming back some cold rainy day

Background information
Band Name: The Georgia Cotton Pickers Members: Buddy Moss, Curley Weaver, Barbecue Bob and Fred McMulla Genre: Blues Label: Columbia Records

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Mercedes Ladies

Mercedes Ladies

Pioneering Hip Hop Group, Mercedes Ladies, was the first all female Hip Hop Group. Their career began in the mid 1970's, but their regard or recognition in the history of Rap has been close to non- existent. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: The Mercedes Ladies Live at The T Connection 1979 tape 223 and Don's groove (Donald D)

Source: www.oldschoolhiphop.com/artists/emcees/mercedesladies.ht

Background information
Members Baby D (D’Bora) Sherri-Sher RD Smiley Zina-Zee DJ LaSpank Eve-a-Def Sweet P Sty-Sty

Tribute Mondays: Pinetop Smith

Clarence Smith (June 11, 1904 – March 15, 1929)

Comedian, Boogie Woogie Blues Pianist and Singer, Pinetop Smith, was a pioneer of the Boogie Woogie genre. His career lasted only 9 years, as he was shot and killed at age 24 years old. His influence is still felt today; thanks for your contribution Mr. Smith, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a good Monday: Jump steady Blues, Pinetop's Blues and Pinetop's Boogie Woogie

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

Background Information
Birth name	Clarence Smith
Also known as	"Pine Top" or "Pinetop" Smith
Born	June 11, 1904 Troy, Alabama, United States
Died	March 15, 1929 (aged 24) Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genres	Boogie-woogie, blues
Occupation(s)	Musician, comedian
Instruments	Piano, vocals
Years active	c. 1920–1929
Labels	Vocalion
Associated acts	Ma Rainey Albert Ammons Meade Lux Lewis Cow Cow Davenport

Willie Tee

Willie Tee (February 6, 1944 – September 11, 2007)

Keyboardist, Organist and Singer, Willie Tee, was a main force behind the creation of the Sound of New Orleans. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Thank you John, Teasin' you and Walking up a one way street

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

Background information
Birth name	Wilson Turbinton
Born	February 6, 1944 New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Died	September 11, 2007(aged 63) New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Genres	R&b, soul, jazz, pop
Occupation(s)	Musician, singer
Instruments	Keyboards, vocals
Years active	1962–2007
Labels	AFO, NOLA, Atlantic, United Artists
Associated acts	Wild Magnolias, The Gaturs

Jazz Greats: Ron Carter

Ronald Levin Carter (born May 4, 1937)

Jazz Double Bassist and Cello Player, Ron Carter, was a member of the Miles Davis Quintet during the early 1960's. He also worked on his Solo projects and as a sideman on notable Albums that totals 1100 songs. He remains active; please take a listen here and have a good Saturday: A song for you, Third Plane and Blues farm and The shadow of your smile

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

Background information
Birth name	Ronald Levin Carter
Born	May 4, 1937 (age 79) Ferndale, Michigan, U.S.
Genres	Orchestral jazz Mainstream jazz Third Stream Avant-garde jazz
Occupation(s)	Professor Clinician Jazz musician
Instruments	Double bass Cello Piccolo bass Electric bass
Years active	1960–present
Labels	Blue Note, CTI, Embryo,Prestige, Milestone,Sunnyside

The Singers: Johnny Mathis

John Royce " Johnny" Mathis (born September 30, 1935)

Popular music and Jazz Singer/Songwriter and Actor, Johnny Mathis, had a long career and scored many hits. Please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: Too much, too little, too late (with Deniece Williams), Its not for me to say, Gina, What will my Mary say, Wonderful, Wonderful, Misty and  Chances are

Background information
Birth name	John Royce Mathis
Born	September 30, 1935 (age 80) Gilmer, Texas, United States
Genres	Pop, soul, jazz, easy listening
Occupation(s)	Singer, songwriter, actor
Years active	1956–present
Labels	Columbia, Mercury

Reggae Thursdays: Norris Reid

Norris Reid

Reggae Artist Norris Reid worked as a member of the Viceroys and released his Solo efforts during the 1970's and 1980's on the Rockers label.  Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday:  Freedom train,  Feel good and Give Jah praise

Background information
Name: Norris Reid Genre: Reggae Label: Rockers