Tribute Mondays: Magic Slim

Morris Holt (August 7, 1937 – February 21, 2013),

Blues Singer and Guitarist, Magic Slim, was initially a Piano Player, but lost his little finger in a Cotton Gin mishap and had to switch to Guitar. He played Bass with Magic Sam, who gave him his nickname. He began his recording career in 1966 and continued with many Albums up to 2013, the year of his death. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Holt, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Born under a bad sign (full Album) and Let me love you

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

Background information
Birth name	Morris Holt
Also known as	Magic Slim
Born	August 7, 1937 Torrance,Mississippi, United States
Died	February 21, 2013(aged 75) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Genres	Blues
Instruments	Vocals, electric guitar
Years active	1955–2013
Associated acts	Magic Sam

Carl Weathersby

Carlton Weathersby (born 24 February 1953, Jackson, Mississippi )

Electric Blues Vocalist, Guitarist and Songwriter, Carl Weathersby, accompanied Albert King and Billy Branch after beginning his career in the 1970's. He was taught the  Guitar by Albert King after meeting him by chance and playing him one of his songs and performing it  with many mistakes. He worked in the steel mill, was a Prison Guard and Police Officer and served in the US Army from 1971 to 1977 during the Vietnam War. His solo career began in the mid-1990's and he remains active. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Somebody help me and Looking out my window

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

Background information
Birth name	Carlton Weathersby
Born	24 February 1953(age 66) Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Genres	Electric blues
Occupation(s)	Singer, guitarist, songwriter
Instruments	Guitar
Years active	1970s–present
Associated acts	Mike Wheeler

Jazz / Swing Greats: Tyree Glenn

William Tyree Glenn (born Nov. 23, 1912, Corsicana, Texas, US – May 18, 1974, Englewood, New Jersey, US),

Trombone Player and Vibraphone Player, Tyree Glenn, was a much loved Swing Musician that worked in regarded Bands during the 1930's after crafting his skills in local Texas Bands. He was a studio and touring Musician that worked with several Artists (Benny Carter, Cab Calloway, Don Redman, Duke Ellington and others. He led a Quartet in the 1950's and worked on Television and Radio. Mr. Glenn wrote "Sultry Serenade". He died of cancer in 1974; please take a listen here and have a superb Saturday: My Melancholy Baby and Sultry Serenade

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

Background information
Born	November 23, 1912
Origin	Corsicana, Texas, US
Died	May 18, 1974(aged 61)
Genres	Swing
Occupation(s)	Trombone player, studio musician

Buddy Miles

George Allen "Buddy" Miles Jr. (September 5, 1947 – February 26, 2008)

Composer and Producer, Buddy Miles, was a founding member of the Electric Flag and was also a member of Jimi Hendrix's Band of Gypsys. He worked from his teenage years as a drummer for Rhythm and Blues and Soul acts such as Ruby & the Romantics, The Delfonics, Wilson Pickett, Jimmy Hendrix and many others. He collaborated with many over the years and released material with his Bands. He died in 2008 of congestive heart failure. Please take a listen here and have an enjoyable weekend: Anna, Forever in a moment, The California Raisins Performance and Them changes

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

Background information
Birth name	George Allen Miles Jr.
Born	September 5, 1947 Omaha, Nebraska, US
Died	February 26, 2008(aged 60) Austin, Texas
Genres	Rock   R&B   funk   soul
Occupation(s)	Musician   songwriter   arranger
Instruments	Drums   vocals
Years active	1964–2008
Labels	Columbia   Mercury   Atlantic   Casablanca
Associated acts	Electric Flag   Buddy Miles Express Jimi Hendrix   Band of Gypsys   John McLaughlin   Carlos Santana   The California Raisins

Reggae Thursdays: Foxy Brown (Singer)

Jennifer Esmerelda Hylton (born in Trinidad and Tobago)

Trinidad and Tobago born Reggae Singer, Songwriter and Musician, Foxy Brown, made her debut with some Tracy Chapman Reggae covers and was dubbed the Jamaican Tracy Chapman. She also scored Dancehall hits and released 3 Albums between 1989 and 1992. These Albums consisted of Reggae and Lovers Rock material. She is often confused with the American Rapper, Foxy Brown. She remains active; please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Fast Car, If you love me (with Johnny P), Miss you like crazy, Always for me, Virginia jail and Sorry (Baby can I hold you tonight)

Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foxy_Brown_(singer)

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/251106-Foxy-Brown-2

Background information
Birth name	Jennifer Esmerelda Hylton
Origin	Trinidad and Tobago
Genres	Reggae Lovers Rock
Occupation(s)	Singer–songwriter, musician
Instruments	Vocals, guitar
Years active	Early 1980s–present
Labels	RAS, VP

The Raelettes

The Raelettes

Girl Group, The Raelettes, were active from the 1950's to the early 2000's and were created to be Backing Vocalists for Ray Charles. They were initially called The Cookies and was reformed as the Raelettes in 1958, and continued for years with various members. Their own material were produced between 1966 and 1973. Group member Margie Hendrix died of a drug overdose in 1973. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: Bad water, All I need is his love, I'm getting long all right, I want to thank you  and I want to (do everything to you)

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

Background information
Origin	United States
Genres	R&B, pop, soul
Occupation(s)	Girl group
Years active	1950s–2000s
Labels	Tangerine/ABC-Paramount
Associated acts	Ray Charles The Cookies
Past members	Merry Clayton Susaye Greene Margaret Hendricks Denise Jackson Mable John Clydie King Lalomie Washburn Edna Wright See also: Other members

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Twista

Carl Terrell Mitchell (born November 27, 1973)

Rapper and Record Producer, Twista, is regarded for his Chopper Style of Rapping and for holding the Guinness Book's  World Record for the fastest Rapper back in 1992, as he pronounced 598 syllables in 55 seconds. His professional recording career began in 1992 and after some years he had huge success in 2004. He remains active; please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Resurrection (full Album 1994), Razzamatazz, Jazzamatazz (as Tung Twista), Get it wet, Emotions, Runnin' Off At Da Mouth (full Album 1992), Poor Pimp (with Do or Die), Rattatat (with Infa Red) and Mr. Tung Twista

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

Background information
Birth name	Carl Terrell Mitchell
Also known as	Tung Twista
Born	November 27, 1973(age 45)[1] Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genres	Hip hop   chopper
Occupation(s)	Rapper   record producer
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1989–present
Labels	Capitol   Get Money Gang   Atlantic   Loud   Zoo   BMG
Associated acts	Anthony Hamilton Busta Rhymes   Do Or Die   Jamie Foxx   Kanye West   The Legendary Traxster Speedknot Mobstaz Tech N9ne   Too Short