Laura Lee

Laura Lee Newton (born  March 09, 1945 in Chicago, Illinois, US)

Soul and Gospel Singer/Songwriter, Laura Lee, is the daughter of founding member of Gospel Group, The Meditation Singers, Ernestine Rundless. She became a member of her mother's Group, The Meditation Singers, when she replaced Della Reese, and then moved on to a secular solo career. Her solo tenure was highlighted by songs that celebrated women's experiences and also her successful 1960's and 1970's run. She had a short retirement due to illness during the 1970's, but returned in 1983 and still remains active. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Uptight, good man, Women's love rights (1971), As long as I got you, Dirty man and Rip off

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

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/156804-Laura-Lee

Background Information
Birth name	Laura Lee Newton
Also known as	Laura Lee Rundless
Born	March 9, 1945(age 72) Chicago, Illinois,United States
Genres	Soul, gospel
Occupation(s)	Singer, songwriter
Years active	1956 – present
Labels	Ric-Tic, Chess, Cotillion, Hot Wax,Ariola

Merry Clayton

Merry Clayton (born December 25, 1948)

Soul and Gospel Singer and Actress, Merry Clayton, was a part of Ray Charles' The Raelettes and also did background vocals for many (Rolling Stones, Linda Rondstandt, Pearl Bailey, Lynrd Skynrd, Carol King and others). She has had a 18 year run of solo efforts and continued to do background work. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Gimmie shelter (Rolling Stones version), The shoop shoop song (Its in his kiss), Who can I count on? (When I can't count on you) with Bobby Darin, Lift every voice, Yes, Gimmie shelter (her version) and Keep your eye on the sparrow

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

Background information
Born	December 25, 1948 Gert Town, New Orleans,Louisiana, United States
Genres	Soul, gospel
Occupation(s)	Singer, actress
Years active	1962–present
Associated acts	The Raelettes   The Rolling Stones   Sisters Love   Lynyrd Skynyrd   Coldplay   Jess Conrad

Tribute Mondays: Johnny Adams

Laten John Adams, Jr. (January 5, 1932 – September 14, 1998)

"The Tan Canary", Johnny Adams, was a Gospel, Jazz and Blues Singer that was recognized internationally for his multi-octave vocal range. His career spanned Gospel and Secular music and a run of critically acclaimed Albums toward the end of his life. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Adams, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a good Monday: Release me, I won't cry, A losing battle, I can't be all bad and Reconsider me

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

Background information
Birth name	Laten John Adams, Jr.
Born	January 5, 1932
Origin	New Orleans, Louisiana,United States
Died	September 14, 1998(aged 66) Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Genres	Gospel, R&B, soul, jazz
Occupation(s)	Singer
Years active	c.1950–1998
Labels	Ric, Gone, Modern, Watch, SSS International, Atlantic,Ariola, Rounder

Great Singers: Bobby Powell

Bobby Henderson Powell (born July 25, 1943)

Blind Rhythm and Blues and Gospel Singer and Pianist, Bobby Powell, began his career in Gospel Groups before moving on to secular music. His best known hits were released on the Whit Label which he left in the 1970's. He remains active as a Gospel Artist. Please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: A fool for you, I'm gonna leave you, What are you trying to do to me, C.C. Rider and The bells

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobby_Powell_(musician)

Background Information
Name: Bobby Henderson Powell Born: July 25, 1943 Genre: Rhythm and Blues, Gospel Occupation: Pianist and Singer Origin: Winnifield, Louisiana, US

Marie Adams

Ollie Marie Givens (Oct. 19, 1925 – Feb. 23, 1998)

Gospel and R&B Singer, Marie Adams, was a member of both the Three Tons of Joy and the Johnny Otis Orchestra. She scored a minute amount of hits in the US and the UK before retiring during the 1970's. She died in 1998; please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Loop de loop, Get on up and do it baby, In memory, Ma!, he's making eyes at me (Three Tons of Joy and Johnny Otis), A fool in love, My search is over (Bill Harvey Band), Goody Goody ( The Three Tons of Joy), I'm gonna play the honky tonks (with Bill Harvey Band) and That's the way to get along

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

Background information
Birth name	Ollie Marie Givens
Also known as	Ollie Marie Adams "TV Mama"
Born	October 19, 1925 Linden, Texas, United States
Died	February 23, 1998 (aged 72) Houston, Texas, United States
Genres	R&B, gospel, pop
Occupation(s)	Singer
Years active	c.1950–1980
Labels	Peacock, Capitol
Associated acts	Johnny Otis The Three Tons of Joy

James & Bobby Purify

James Lee Purify (born May 12, 1944, Pensacola ,Florida )  

Robert Lee Dickey (September 2, 1939, Tallahassee, Florida – December 29, 2011, Tallahassee)

R&B Duo, James and Bobby Purify, released a major hit record in 1966, but failed to live up to their previous million seller with subsequent releases. They broke up in 1971 and reformed with a new member from 1974 to the 1980's. Please take a listen here and have a good Wednesday: Shake a tail feather, You can't keep a good man down, I can remember and I'm your puppet

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_%26_Bobby_Purify

Background Information
Genres	Rhythm and blues, soul
Years active	1965–1971, 1974-1980s
Labels	Bell, Casablanca
Past members	James Lee Purify Robert Lee Dickey ("Bobby Purify" I) Ben Moore ("Bobby Purify" II)