Reggae Thursdays: Kotch

Kotch

Reggae Band, Kotch, released 3 Albums on three different Labels (Macca Music, Mango, Sonic Sounds) between 1986 and 1993. 

They began with original material and branched out into famed Reggae covers of Soul and Quiet Storm releases. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Tears and Jean

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/387309-Kotch

Background information
Name: Kotch  Origin: Jamaica  Labels: Macca Music, Mango, Sonic Sound Members: Dwight Lyseight, Everton Gayle, Herbie Harris, Johan Moodmaker Young, Norman Espuet, Owen Rennalls, Pablo Stewart, Prince Manning, Stephen Lee

Jazz Greats: Charlie Ervis

Charlie Irvis (May 6, 1899,

New York City – 1939)

Jazz Trombonist, Charlie Ervis, was one of the contributors to the development of "Jungle Sounds" (growl effects) in Trombone playing. He was a Sideman and also had a stint in Duke Ellington's Orchestra. His playing can be heard on songs between the 1920's and 1930's,  by Artists such as Fats Waller, Charlie Johnson, Jelly Roll Morton, Elmer Snowden and many others. He died in 1929; please take a listen here and have a Splendid Saturday: Dinah (Clarence Williams Stompers) and Mr Jelly Roll lord (Jelly Roll Morton)

Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlie_Irvis

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/307360-Charlie-Irvis?page=2

Background information
Name: Charlie Ervis  Born: May 06, 1899 Died: 1939 Origin : New York City, US

R&B and Funk Band: The Brothers Johnson

The Brothers Johnson

Funk and R&B Band, The Brothers Johnson, had hits between the mid 1970's and early 1980's. They backed Bobby Womack and The Supremes in their early years and worked on Albums by Billy Preston. They split in 1982, but had subsequent team ups over the years. Band member Louis Johnson died in 2015. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Wednesday: I'll be good to you, Strawberry letter 23, Hey Jude and Stomp

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

Background information
Also known as	Brothers Johnson
Origin	Los Angeles, United States
Genres	R&B, funk
Years active	1975–1982, 1984–2015
Labels	A&M, Capitol
Associated acts	Passage, David Diggs, Quincy Jones, Billy Preston
Past members	George Johnson Alex Weir Richard Heath Bobby Rodriguez Wayne Vaughn Ricky Lawson Richard Diamond Michael "Patches" Stewart Michael Perkins Malcolm Robinson Mark Johnson Louis Johnson(deceased) Arthur Arnold

The Sapphires (Soul Trio)

The Sapphires

Philadelphia Soul and Pop Ensemble, The Sapphires, began in the early 1960's and released music that was comparable to the sound of 1960's Motown. They worked with Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff and scored a few hits in the process. They broke up in 1966; Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: Who do you love, Where is Johnny now and Gotta have your love

Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sapphires

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/1189630-The-Sapphires-3?anv=Saphires

Background information
Name: The Sapphires  Origin: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US Label: Swan Records, ABC - Paramount Members: Carol Jackson, George Garner, Joc Livingston

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Crooklyn Dodgers

Crooklyn Dodgers

Hip Hop Super Group, Crooklyn Dodgers, was created in 1994 and consist of rotating members. Their have been 3 incarnations of the Group in 1994, 1995 and 2007 respectively, and each time they released a regarded single. Their Producers includes Q-Tjp, DJ Premier and 9th Wonder. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Return of the Crooklyn Dodgers and Crooklyn

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

Background information
Name: Crooklyn Dodgers  Origin: Brooklyn, New York, US Label: MCA Records, 40 Acres and a Mule  Members (1st) Buckshot, Masta Ace, Special Ed (2nd) Chubb Rock, Jeru the Damaja, O.C.  (3rd) Jean Grae, Mos Def, Memphis Bleek

The Singers: Karyn White

Karyn Layvonne White (born October 14, 1965)

R&B, Soul and New Jack Swing Singer/Songwriter, Karyn White, started out as a Background Singer in 1986 before moving on to score a run of hits between 1988 and 1991. She remains active in music and film and also runs an Interior Design and Real Estate business. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Can I stay with you, Romantic and Superwoman

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

Background information
Birth name	Karyn Layvonne White
Born	October 14, 1965 (age 53)
Origin	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres	R&B, soul, new jack swing
Occupation(s)	Singer, songwriter
Years active	1985–2007 2012–present
Labels	Warner Bros. (1986–1999) KW Entertainment (2011–)
Associated acts	Michel'le, Jeff Lorber,Michael Jeffries, Bobby Brown, Jody Watley,Cherelle, Tevin Campbell,Babyface, Johnny Gill

Tribute Mondays: Roy Hamilton

Roy Hamilton (April 16, 1929 – July 20, 1969)

Traditional Pop, Show Tunes, Swing, Vocal Jazz, R&B and Soul Singer, Roy Hamilton, scored the first number one hits for Epic Records in the mid 1950's. He influenced Elvis Presley, The Righteous Brothers and others with his distinctive sound. He died of Cerebral Hemorrhage at aged 40 years old in 1969, heavily indebted, after releasing numerous Albums and Singles. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Hamilton, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Ebb tide, You'll never walk alone and Unchained melody (1955)

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

Background information
Birth name	Roy Hamilton
Born	April 16, 1929 Leesburg, Georgia, United States
Died	July 20, 1969(aged 40) New Rochelle, New York, United States
Genres	Traditional pop,show tunes, swing,vocal jazz, R&B,soul
Occupation(s)	Singer
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1947–1969
Labels	Epic, MGM, RC

Dan Burley & His Skiffle Boys

Dan Burley (November 7, 1907 in

Lexington, Kentucky – October 29, 1962 in Chicago , Illinois)

Dan Burley & His Skiffle Boys was led by Pianist, Composer and Journalist, Dan Burley, whom worked as an Editor at many African American Publications (New York Age, Amsterdam News, Ebony, Jet and Duke). They released Skiffle Music (Jazz, Blues, Folk and American Folk influences played with homemade improvised instruments) during the 1940's. The Band seemingly ended in the 1950's. Please take a listen here and have a good Wednesday: Big cat, little cat and South Side shake

Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dan_Burley

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/889185-Dan-Burley-And-His-Skiffle-Boys

Background information
Name: Dan Burley & His Skiffle Boys Genre: Jazz, Folk Label: Circle Records, Exclusive Members: Brownie McGhee, Dan Burley, Danny Barker, Herman Mitchell, Jimmy Archey and John Hardee

Soul Singers: Walter Jackson

Walter Jackson (March 19, 1938 – June 20, 1983)

Soul Ballad Singer, Walter Jackson, was active from 1959 to 1983. He failed an audition at Motown records, but had success at the Okeh  Label during the 1960's after a stint at Columbia Records. He died of Cerebral Hemorrhage at aged 45 in 1983. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: It's an uphill climb to the bottom, Baby I love your way, Feelings and It's all over

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

Background Information
Birth name	Walter Jackson
Born	March 19, 1938 Pensacola, Florida,United States
Died	June 20, 1983(aged 45) Chicago, Illinois
Genres	Soul, R&B, Chicago soul
Occupation(s)	singer
Years active	1959–1983
Labels	Columbia, OKeh,Cotillion,Brunswick, Chi Sound, Kelli-Arts

Reggae/Rocksteady/Ska Thursdays: Gladstone Anderson

Gladstone Anderson (18 June 1934 – 3 December 2015)

Jamaican Pianist, Keyboard Player and Singer, Gladstone Anderson, was one of the major forces behind the Ska sound and the Rocksteady beat and he also played on numerous Jamaican recordings. He lead Gladys's Allstar and  had a successful solo career. He died in 2015; please take a listen here and Happy Reggae/Rocksteady/Ska Thursday:

Just like a river - Stranger & Gladdy, Seeing is knowing - Stranger &

Gladdy, Mad mad Ivy and   It May Sound Silly (Gladstone Anderson & Mudies All Stars)

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

Background information
Born	18 June 1934 Jones Town,Kingston, Jamaica
Died	3 December 2015(aged 81)
Genres	Boogie, ska,rocksteady, reggae
Instruments	Piano, organ,keyboard vocals
Years active	Late 1950s–2015
Associated acts	Lynn Taitt and the Jets, Gladdy's All Stars, Harry J All Stars, The Upsetters, Roots Radics