Reggae Thursdays: Little John

John McMorris (born 1970)

Little John is a respected Dancehall Singer that has been Performing since aged 9 years old. He still continues to tour; please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: 51 Storm

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_John_(musician)

Background Information
Birth name	John McMorris
Born	1970
Origin	Kingston, Jamaica
Genres	Reggae, dancehall
Occupations	Singer
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	Late 1970s–present

Funk Groups: Dyke and The Blazers

Dyke and The Blazers

Influential Funk Band, Dyke and The Blazers, were popular from the mid 1960's up to death of their lead singer in 1971. The Band released many experimental Records. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Wednesday: Let a woman be a woman and a man be a man, uhh, Funky walk, You are my sunshine, We got more soul,  and Funky Broadway

 

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

Background Information
Origin	Buffalo, New York, U.S.
Genres	R&B, funk
Years active	1965–1971
Labels	Artco, Original Sound
Associated acts	Carl LaRue and his Crew The O'Jays Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band
Past members	Arlester "Dyke" Christian Alvester "Pig" Jacobs J.V. Hunt Bernard Williams Richard Cason Rodney Brown Alvin Battle Willie Earl Wardell "Baby Wayne" Peterson Otis Tolliver Ray Byrd Maurice "Little Mo" Jones

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Lord Finesse

Robert Hall, Jr. ; February 19, 1970

Leader of Diggin' in the Crates (D.I.T.C), Lord Finesse, is a Rapper and acclaimed Producer. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Return of the Funky man, Check the method, DA graveyard (with Big L), Hip 2 da  game, Strictly for the ladies , Party over here  and Funky Technician

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

Background information
Birth name	Robert Hall, Jr.
Born	February 19, 1970 (age 44)
Origin	The Bronx, New York
Genres	Hip hop
Years active	1987–present
Labels	Wild Pitch/EMI Records Giant/Reprise/Warner Bros. Records Penalty/Tommy Boy/Warner Bros. Records
Associated acts	Diamond D, Big L, Fat Joe, Chill Rob G, Showbiz & AG, Ice-T,D.I.T.C., O.C, Ak Skills

Tribute Mondays: Matilda Sissieretta Joyner Jones

Matilda Sissieretta Joyner Jones, (January 5, 1868 or 1869 – June 24, 1933)

Great Opera Singer, Matilda Sissieretta Joyner Jones, performed consistently during the late 1800's, breaking racial lines. She died penniless. Thanks for your contribution Mrs. Jones, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a good Monday: Sissieretta Jones: From the Carnegie Hall

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

Background information
Birth name	Matilda Sissieretta Joyner
Also known as	The Black Patti
Born	January 5, 1868 Portsmouth, Virginia, U.S.
Died	June 24, 1933 (aged 65) Providence, Rhode Island
Genres	grand opera, light opera,popular music
Years active	1887–1915

Marian Anderson

Marian Anderson (February 27, 1897 –
April 8, 1993) 

Marian Anderson was an extra ordinary Singer/Songwriter and Activist that toured constantly, breaking down racial barriers  and laid the foundation for future performers. Please take a listen here and have a nice Sunday: My country this of thee and Deep river

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

Background information
Birth name Born Died Origin Years active	Marian Anderson Feb 27, 1897 April 8, 1993 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US ? - 1965

Jazz Greats: Zutty Singleton

Arthur James "Zutty" Singleton (May 14, 1898 – July 14, 1975)

Jazz Drummer, Zutty Singleton, worked from aged 17 years until his death; spending time in many Bands and working with the Jazz Greats of his day. please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday: Careless love

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

Background information
Birth name	Arthur James Singleton
Born	May 14, 1898 Bunkie, Louisiana, United States
Origin	New Orleans, Louisiana
Died	July 14, 1975 (aged 77)
Genres	Jazz
Occupations	Drummer
Instruments	Drums
Associated acts	Louis Armstrong, Bubber Miley, Tommy Ladnier,Fats Waller, Jelly Roll Morton, Jimmie Noone

Doris Troy

Doris Elaine Higginse (January 6, 1937 – February 16, 2004)

The Singer reffered to as "Mama Soul", Doris Troy, was a popular Singer/Songwriter that had a career that included hits of her own as well as background vocalist work on classic Albums. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: Watcha gonna do about it and Just one look

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

Background information
Birth name	Doris Elaine Higginsen
Also known as	Doris Payne
Born	January 6, 1937
Origin	The Bronx, New York, United States
Died	16 February 2004 (aged 67)
Genres	R&B
Occupations	Singer, songwriter
Instruments	Vocals
Labels	Apple, Atlantic People
Associated acts	Cissy Houston