Reggae Thursdays: Marcia Aitken

Marcia Aitken (born c. 1956, Hannah Town, West Kingston ,Jamaica )

Reggae Singer, Marcia Aitken, began her tenure during High School as a member of Lloyd Parks and We the People Band. She worked with Joe Gibbs and Errol Thompson, recording some memorable hits and retired after completing High School. She worked as a Nurse for over 20 years and returned to music in 2014. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: My man, Danger in your eyes and I'm still in love with you boy

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

Background information
Born	c. 1956 Hannah Town, Kingston, Jamaica
Genres	Lovers rock, gospel reggae
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1975–1981, 2014–present
Labels	Joe Gibbs

Reggae Thursdays: Carl Dawkins

Carl Dawkins (b. 1 August 1948, St. Catherine, Jamaica, West Indies)

Reggae Singer, Carl Dawkins, began his career as an early supporter of the Rastafarian ideals, 

scoring hits. But was jailed for Marijuana possession, which slowed his budding career. He returned to recording after serving time and worked with The Wailers in the 1970s, but failed to gain traction. He remains active and still has not achieved his deserved level of success. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Parttime Love, This Land, Hard times, Satisfaction and Baby I love you

Source 1:  https://www.allmusic.com/artist/carl-dawkins-mn0000146436

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/142754-Carl-Dawkins

Background information
Name: Carl Dawkins	Origin : St Catherine, Jamaica	Born: August 1, 1948

Soul / Funk Groups: Harlem Underground Band

Harlem Underground Band

The Harlem Underground Band consisted of a young George Benson alongside other revered musicians. Their self titled 1976 Album has been sampled by many Hip Hop Artists (Eric B and Rakim, Tone Loc, A Tribe Called Quest and others). Their music has gained critical acceptance in recent years. Please take a listen here and have a good Wednesday: Cheeba-Cheeba, Sweet Taste of Love and Ain't no sunshine

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/16968-Harlem-Underground-Band

Background information
Name Harlem Underground Band Origin: US Label: Paul Winley Records Members: Earl Williams, George Benson, Ann Winley, Buddy Lucas

Jazz Greats: Oliver Lake

Oliver Lake (born September 14, 1942)

Jazz Saxophonist, Flutist, Composer, Poet and Visual Artist, Oliver Lake, worked in the Multidisciplinary Arts collective, Black Artists Group, in the 1960's. And founded the World Saxophone Quartet in the 1970's. His works includes appearances on over 80 Albums as a Bandleader, Co-Leader and Side Musician. He remains active; please take a listen here and have a Splendid Saturday: NTU point from which creation begins (full Album)

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oliver_Lake

Background information
Born	September 14, 1942 (age 77) Marianna, Arkansas, U.S.
Genres	Jazz
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Saxophone
Years active	1971–present
Labels	Freedom, Passin' Thru, Black Saint,Arista Novus,Gramavision, Intakt, Justin Time
Associated acts	World Saxophone Quartet Trio 3

Funk and Disco Groups: Kay Gees

Kay Gees

Funk and Disco Group, the Kay Gees, were the Protégés of Kool and the Gang. They had a tenure that lasted from 1974 to 1978, which featured material that did not fare well on the charts. They gained further recognition when their song was sampled in the 1990's on Dr. Dre's The Chronic Album. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: You've got to keep Bumpin and Who's the Man (with the master plan)

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

Background information
Genres	Jazz Funk Soul Disco
Years active	1974–1978
Labels	Gang Records, De-Lite
Associated acts	Kool & the Gang

Rotary Connection

Rotary Connection

Psychedelic Soul Band, Rotary Connection, was active between 1966 and 1974. They worked as a Backing Studio Band for Muddy Waters and also released their own material. Much loved Singer, Minnie Riperton was a member of this Band, which had a multi-racial ensemble. Their material were destroyed in the 2008 Universal fire. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: Memory Band, Turn me on, Lady Jane and Tales of brave Ulysses

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

Background information
Origin	Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genres	Psychedelic soul   psychedelic rock   blues   jazz fusion
Years active	1966–1974
Labels	Chess   Cadet
Associated acts	Muddy Waters,Howlin' Wolf, Chuck D, The Roots
Past members	Minnie Riperton Phil Upchurch Mitch Aliotta Sidney Barnes Bobby Simms Charles Stepney Kenny Venegas Tom Donlinger Jim Donlinger Jim Nyeholt Judy Hauff Shirley Wahls Jon Stocklin