Jazz Greats: Louis Armstrong

Louis Armstrong (August 4, 1901 – July 6, 1971)


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       The Talented Trumpeter and Jazz Singer Louis Armstrong shared his talents to improve Jazz Music and crafted what is now taken as the norm. Thank you for sharing Mr. Armstrong; take a listen here and have a good Saturday: Hello Dolly , Lazy River , Heebie Jeebies , West End Blues , Potato Head Blues , Muggles , Stardust , Mack the knife , We have all the time in the world , Baby it's cold outside ft. Velma Middleton and What a wonderful world

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_Armstrong

Background information
Birth name	Louis Armstrong
Born	August 4, 1901 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
Died	July 6, 1971(1971-07-06) (aged 69) Corona, Queens, New York City, U.S.
Genres	Dixieland, jazz, swing, traditional pop
Occupations	Musician
Years active	c. 1914–71
Associated acts	Joe "King" Oliver, Ella Fitzgerald, Kid Ory, Bobby Hackett

Great Singers: Otis Redding

Otis Ray Redding, Jr. (September 9, 1941 – December 10, 1967)

       The True King of Soul Music, Otis Redding, who Once, in record sales, Out sold Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin combined back in 1967, is the Most Influential Singer of the Soul Genre; his Emotions could be felt in every note and he brought life to Chords and Melodies. It's a pity he was taken so soon before accomplishing all he could. Please take a listen and have the best weekend ever: These arms of mine , That's how strong my love is , I've got dreams to remember , Pain in my heart , I've been loving you too long , Try a little Tenderness , Cigarettes and Coffee , Knock on wood ft. Carla Thomas , Respect , Amen , Hard to handle  , I can't turn you loose and Sitting on the dock of the bay

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Otis_Redding

Background information
Birth name	Otis Ray Redding, Jr.
Also known as	The Big O The Mad Man from Macon Rockhouse Redding The King of Soul
Born	(1941-09-09)September 9, 1941 Dawson, Georgia, U.S.
Died	December 10, 1967(1967-12-10) (aged 26) Madison, Wisconsin, U.S.
Genres	Soul, Southern soul, soul blues, Memphis soul
Occupations	Singer-songwriter
Instruments	Vocals, guitar, piano
Years active	1960–1967
Labels	Stax, Volt, Atco, Rhino, Sundazed
Associated acts	The Upsetters, The Bar-Kays, Carla Thomas

Reggae Thursdays: Desmond Dekker and The Aces

Desmond Dekker (16 July 1941 – 25 May 2006)
Group: Desmond Dekkers and The Aces (consisting of Wilson James and Easton Barrington Howard)

    One of the First Reggae Groups to make it Big, Desmond Dekker and The Aces Revolutionized the Way Jamaican Artist were Viewed Overseas; at one point they were more well-known than Bob Marley. Their Music as stood the test of time and still remain an inspiration to many, Please take a listen here: 007 (Shanty Town) , The Israelites and A it mek

     

     Source: ttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desmond_Dekker_And_The_Aces#Desmond_Dekker_.26_the_Aces

Background information
Birth name	Desmond Adolphus Dacres
Born	16 July 1941 Kingston, Jamaica
Died	25 May 2006 (aged 64) Thornton Heath, Greater London, England, U.K.
Genres	Ska, rocksteady, reggae
Occupations	Singer-songwriter, musician
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1963 – 2006
Labels	Island, Rhino, Pyramid, Trojan, Cactus, Stiff

Great R&B Groups: The Four Tops

The Four Tops
 

        Apart from being my favourite Group of All time, I have great respect for these Greats, in that they stayed together for so many decades without allowing all the trappings of the game to mess up The Four Tops. They are undeniable one of the best to do it from the era; their songs and performances speak for themselves and I don't think there is one person out there who has never heard a Four Tops Song (even if you didn't know you were listening to the Four Tops). I love their Music, Please take a listen here and have a fun filled Wednesday: I can't help myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch) , I'll be there Reach out , Could it be you , Baby I need your loving , Ask the lonely , Something about you baby , Standing in the shadows of love , Bernadette , Walk away Renee , It's all in the game , When she was my girl and It's the same old song

Background information
Also known as	Four Tops, The Four Aims, The Tops
Origin	Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Genres	Soul, R&B, doo-wop, jazz, rock, hard rock, pop
Years active	1953 – present
Labels	Red Top Riverside Columbia Motown ABC Casablanca Arista
Members
Abdul "Duke" Fakir (original member) Lawrence "Roquel" Payton, Jr. Ronnie McNeir Harold "Spike" Bonhart
Past members
Levi Stubbs Renaldo "Obie" Benson Lawrence Payton Theo Peoples

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Grandmaster Caz & Cold Crush Brothers

Curtis Fisher (b. April 17, 1961)
Stage Name: Grandmaster Caz or Cassanova Fly

          Grandmaster Caz the DJ and MC is attributed with Writing Rhymes for Rapper's Delight, Even though he got no credit or payment for it, but regardless of his and the Group Cold Crush Brothers plight in Hip Hop, they still continue to do the best for the Genre. All these people making a living off touring in the Genre really owe a lot to these Brothers for paving the way. Thank you Grandmaster Caz and the Cold Crush Brothers for all you have done. Please step your Rap Game up by taking a listen here, Happy Hip Hop Tuesday:  Grandmaster Caz - Get Down Grandmaster , Grandmaster Caz - I'm rich , Grandmaster caz - South Bronx subway song , Grandmaster Caz - You need stitches , Cold Crush Brothers - Fresh, wild, fly and bold , Cold Crush Brothers - Punk, Rock Rap and Cold Crush Brothers - Weekend

   

COLD CRUSH BROTHERS

   

 Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cold_Crush_Brothers

The Cold Crush Brothers
Origin	Bronx, New York, U.S.
Genres	old school hip hop
Years active	1978–present
Associated acts	Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five Grandwizard Theodore & the Fantastic Five
Members
Almighty Kay Gee DJ Charlie Chase DJ Tony Tone Easy A.D. Grandmaster Caz Mr. Tee
Past members
Dot-A-Rock J.D.L. Money Ray (deceased) Whipper Whip

GRANDMASTER CAZ

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grandmaster_Caz

Background information
Birth name	Curtis Fisher
Born	(1961-04-17) 17 April 1961 (age 51) Brooklyn, New York, US
Origin	The Bronx, New York, US
Genres	Rap, Hip Hop
Occupations	DJ Singer-songwriter MC
Instruments	Turntables Vocals
Years active	1974–present
Labels	Tuff City (US), Ol' Skool Flava (US), Jazz Child Records (US), Chrysalis (US), Toshiba EMI Ltd (US), Beyongolia (US), 360° Records (US)
Associated acts	The Notorious 2 Mighty Force Cold Crush Brothers
Website	www.coldcrushbrothers.com

Tribute Mondays: Muddy Waters

McKinley Morganfield (April 4, 1915 – April 30, 1983)
Stage Name: Muddy Waters

    The man who influenced the Music Genres Rhythm and Blues, Rock and Roll, Hard Rock, Folk, Jazz and Country, Muddy Waters, is truly missed. There will never be another like Muddy Waters; we salute you and thanks for the Legacy you left behind. Take a listen here: Mannish boy , Got my mojo working , Rollin' Stone , I just want to make love , Hoochie Coochie Man , I feel like going home and I can't be satisfied

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muddy_Waters

Background information
Birth name	McKinley Morganfield
Born	(1915-04-04)April 4, 1915 Issaquena County, Mississippi, United States
Died	April 30, 1983(1983-04-30) (aged 68) Westmont, Illinois, United States
Genres	Blues, Chicago blues, country blues, electric blues
Occupations	Singer, songwriter, guitarist, bandleader
Instruments	Vocals, guitar, harmonica
Years active	1941–1982
Labels	Aristocrat, Chess, Testament
Website	www.muddywaters.com
Notable instruments
Gibson Les Paul Fender Telecaster

Stevie Wonder

Stevland Hardaway Morris (born May 13, 1950 as Stevland Hardaway Judkins)
Stage Name: Stevie Wonder

         The Great Stevie Wonder is one of the most influential Singer and Musician of  the last 50 years. Thou he stretched across many Genres, he has managed to add his own distinctive style to each and even creating new ways; he is an humble Genius who deserves to be in every music lover collection. Please take a listen here and have a fun day: I just called to say I love you , For once in my life , You are the sunshine in my life , My Cherie Amour , Isn't she lovely , Superstition , Master Blaster (Jammin) , Fingertips (Pt. 2) , Uptight (everything is alright) , Signed, sealed, delivered I'm yours , Happy Birthday , Sir Duke , I wish , Someday at Christmas and Part time lover

    

   


 Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stevie_Wonder

Background information
Birth name	Stevland Hardaway Judkins
Also known as	Stevland Hardaway Morris, Little Stevie Wonder, Eivets Rednow
Born	(1950-05-13) May 13, 1950 (age 62) Saginaw, Michigan, United States
Origin	Detroit, Michigan, United States
Genres	Soul, pop, R&B, funk, jazz
Occupations	Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, activist
Instruments	Vocals, synthesizer, piano, keyboards, harmonica, clavinet, drums, bass guitar, congas, bongos, melodica, keytar, accordion
Years active	1961–present
Labels	Tamla, Motown