The Spaniels

The Spaniels

  The Spaniels were a successful R&B Group that pioneered the format of a Vocal Group: they started in the 1950's, but those hits are as fresh as ever. Please take a listen here and have a nice Sunday: Baby it's you , Fairy Tales and Goodnite, Sweetheart, Goodnite

 

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

Background Information
Origin	Gary, Indiana
Genres	R&B Doo - Wop
Years active	1953–1970's
Labels Members	Vee Jay Thornton James "Pookie" Hudson (June 11,1934 - Jan 16, 2007) Ernest Warren (died May 7, 2012) William "Billy" Carey Opal Courtney Jr. (November 22, 1936- Sept 18, 2008) Gerald Gregory (Died February 12, 1999)

Jazz Greats: Jelly Roll Morton

Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe (October 20, 1890 – July 10, 1941) 

  Hailed by some as the Inventor of Jazz, Jelly Roll Morton, composed some of the most influential songs in the Genre. Please take a listen here and have a fun Saturday: Wolverine Blues, I thought I heard Buddu Bolden say , King Porter Stomp , New Orleans Blues and Jelly Roll Blues

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

Background information
Birth name	Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe (possibly spelled Lemott, LaMotte or LaMenthe)
Also known as	Jelly Roll Morton
Born	October 20, 1890
Origin	New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
Died	July 10, 1941 (aged 50)
Genres	Ragtime Jazz Jazz blues Dixieland Swing
Occupations	Vaudeville comedian Bandleader Composer Arranger
Instruments	Piano
Years active	ca. 1900–1941
Associated acts	Red Hot Peppers New Orleans Rhythm Kings

Dennis Edwards

Dennis Edwards (born February 3, 1943) 

  The man that led the Temptations through their psychedelic phase, Dennis Edwards, is sometimes overshadowed by David Ruffin, but he is a Great Artiste in is own right. Please take a listen here and Enjoy your Weekend: I didn't have to (but I did) , I can't get next to you (with The Temptations) , Papa was a rollin' stone (The Temptations) and Don't look any further (with Siedah Garrett)

  

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

Background information
Born	February 3, 1943 (age 70) Fairfield, Alabama, U.S.
Origin	Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Genres	R&B, pop, soul, disco
Occupations	Singer
Instruments	Vocals, Piano
Years active	1961–present
Labels	Motown, International Soulville
Associated acts	The Temptations, The Contours, The Temptations Review featuring Dennis Edwards, David Ruffin,Eddie Kendricks

Reggae Thursdays: Lucky Dube

Lucky Philip Dube (pronounced doo-beh) (3 August 1964 – 18 October 2007)

   The Great Lucky Dube was one of the few acts not from Jamaica that presented the Reggae Genre with authenticity. His message and delivery was on par with the Reggae Royals and he is respected by all. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Different Colours , Remember me , House of Exile and  Prisoner 

  
      
  

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

Background information
Birth name	Lucky Philip Dube
Born	3 August 1964 Ermelo, Transvaal (nowMpumalanga), South Africa
Died	18 October 2007 (aged 43) Rosettenville, JohannesburgGauteng, South Africa
Genres	reggae, mbaqanga
Occupations	Musician
Instruments	Vocals, Keyboards
Years active	1981–2007
Labels	Rykodisc, Gallo Record Company
Associated acts	The Love Brothers, Remlius

R&B / Soul Groups: The Intruders

The Intruders

   The Intruders introduced the masses to Philly Soul music, they continue to tour and satisfy their audiences around the world. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Together , I'll always love my mama , I wanna know your name , When we get married , Win, Place Or Show (She's A Winner) and Cowboys to girls

  
  
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Intruders_(music_group) 

Background Information
Origin	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Genres	R&B Soul
Years active	1960–present
Labels	Excel, Gamble, TSOP, Streetwave, Moor Ent.
Members	Sam "Little Sonny" Brown (deceased) Robert "Big Sonny" Edwards Phillip "Phil" Terry Eugene "Bird" Daughtry (deceased) Robert "Bobby Starr" Ferguson

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Father MC

Father MC (born Timothy Brown) 

   Pop Rapper Father MC played his part in widening the appeal of hip hop in the early 1990's, thou he is criticized by many his legacy lives on. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Lisa Baby , Treat them like they want to be treated (ft. Jodeci) , I've been watching you (ft. Lady Kazan) , Everything's gonna be alright , Close to you , Pimp or die and I'll do 4 U (Ft. Mary J Blige)

  
  

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

Background Information
Origin	US
Genres	Hip Hop, new jack swing
Years active	1990–present
Labels	Uptown
Associated acts	Jodeci, K-Ci & JoJo, Diddy, Mary J. Blige,

Tribute Mondays: Rubin Lacey

Rubin "Rube" Lacey (January 2, 1901 – 1972) 

   The man who influenced Son House and many others, Mr. Rubin Lacey, was a main figure in the early days of the Blues. He gave up music to become a Pastor a couple years into his career; thank you for your contribution Mr. Lacey, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have an enjoyable Monday:  Mississippi jail house groan

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

Background information
Birth name	Rubin "Rube" Lacey
Born	January 02, 1901 Pelahatchie, Mississippi, United States
Died	1972 (aged 71) Lancaster, California, United States
Genres	Delta blues, country blues, gospel blues
Instruments	Guitar
Years active Label	1927–1932 Columbia Records, Paramount Label