Screaming Jay Hawkins

Jalacy "Screamin' Jay" Hawkins (July 18, 1929 – February 12, 2000)

Blues and R&B Musician, Singer, Songwriter, Boxer and Actor, Screaming Jay Hawkins, recorded his major hit while drunk and had to learn the song from the recording. He was also a pioneer of theatrics in  stage performances and Shock Rock. He died in the year 2000; please take a listen here and have an enjoyable weekend: Portrait of a man and I put a spell on you

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Screamin%27_Jay_Hawkins

Background information
Birth name	Jalacy Hawkins
Also known as	Jay Hawkins
Born	July 18, 1929 Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Died	February 12, 2000(aged 70) Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
Genres	Blues, R&B, shock rock
Occupation(s)	Musician, songwriter, actor, film producer
Years active	1946–2000

Reggae Thursdays: Leroy "Horsemouth" Wallace

Leroy Wallace

(born 3 April 1950)

Inventor of the "Rockers" Rhythm, Drummer and Jamaican DJ, Leroy Wallace, is an integral part of 1970's and 1980's Jamaican music. He is regarded as one of the top Drummers of Reggae Music and  worked as a session musician on countless Records by countless Artists. He also was the star of the movie "Rockers". Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Universal love (Mad Roy) and Herb vendor

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

Background Information
Also known as	Mad Roy
Born	3 April 1950 (age 67)
Origin	Jamaica
Genres	Reggae
Instruments	drums
Associated acts	The Gladiators, Burning Spear, Pierpoljak

The Independents

The Independents

R&B Vocal Group, The Independents, were a four year long Group that had hits on the charts between 1971 and 1975. After they split, Group members, Chuck Jackson and Marvin Yancy had a successful Writer/ Producer career with Natalie Cole, Phyllis Hyman and Ronnie Dyson. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: Just as long as you need me, Couldn't hear nobody say and Leaving me

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Independents_%28vocal_group%29

Background information
Band Name: The Independents Origin: US Years active: 1971 - 1975 Members: Charles "Chuck" Jackson Maurice Jackson, Helen Curry, Eric Thomas and Marvin Jerome Yancy

Hip Hop Tuesdays: 2 Live Crew

2 Live Crew

The 2 Live Crew has been active since 1985. They are regarded figures in the Miami Bass movement. Their catalog has been faced with legal challenges for obscenity and are filled with controversial topics. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Revelation, What I like, Do the Bart, Move something and Me so horny

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2_Live_Crew

Background information
Origin	Miami, Florida, U.S.
Genres	Miami bass
Years active	1982–1991; 1994–1998; 2010-present (Reunion: 2003)
Labels	Fresh Beat / Macola Records Luke Records Lil Joe Records
Associated acts	Ice-T, Luniz, Numskull,Yukmouth, Flavor Flav,Trick Daddy, Chilly Chill,Mannie Fresh, Professor Griff, Timmithy Andrew aka Audiodawg, Mike Fresh, Flo Rida, Insane Clown Posse, Trina, DJ Slice, DJ Spin Felix Sama, DJ Laz

Tribute Mondays: Roland Hanna

Roland Pembroke Hanna (Feb. 10, 1932 in Detroit, Michigan – Nov. 13, 2002 in Hackensack, New Jersey)

Jazz Pianist, Composer and Teacher started his classic piano training at aged 11 years old. But later shifted to Jazz after his enrollment at the Julliard School. His career continued with stints in his Orchestra and other side projects including Sideman work; he died in 2002. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Hanna, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a good Monday: Roland Hanna on Art Ford's Jazz Party 1958  and Blue Lilly

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

Background information
Birth name	Roland Pembroke Hanna
Born	February 10, 1932 Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Died	November 13, 2002 (aged 70) Hackensack, New Jersey
Genres	Jazz, avant-garde, jazz fusion
Occupation(s)	Musician, composer, bandleader
Instruments	Piano, electric piano, cello

Bobby Hendricks

Bobby Hendricks (born February 22, 1938, Columbus, Ohio )

R&B Singer, Bobby Hendricks, had a brief run of hits after his tenures in The Swallows, The Flyers and The Drifters. He remains active on the touring scene. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Psycho and Itchy twitchy feeling

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

Background Information
Born	February 22, 1938(age 79)
Origin	Columbus, Ohio United States
Genres	Rock 'n roll, rhythm and blues
Occupation(s)	Singer, Songwriter
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1957 - Present
Labels	Sue Records Rhino/Atlantic Records Cub Records Alta Records Collectables Records Warner Music Group United Artists Records Time-Life Music Ace Records (UK) Bear Family Records Various Indie Labels
Associated acts	The Drifters, The Swallows, Bill Pinkney, The Flyers, The Sprites

Jazz Greats: Slide Hampton

Locksley Wellington "Slide" Hampton(born April 21, 1932)

Jazz Trombonist, Composer, Teacher and Arranger, Slide Hampton, plays the Trombone left handed (or backwards). He has composed and arranged many classics, taught at Harvard and continues to work after over 60 years in the industry. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Saturday: Mellow-dy, Happy point and The shadow of your smile

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

Background information
Birth name	Locksley Wellington Hampton
Born	April 21, 1932 (age 85) Jeannette, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Genres	Jazz
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Trombone
Years active	1950s–present
Labels	MCG Jazz, Atlantic, Epic