Tribute Mondays: Robert Lockwood jr.

Robert Lockwood, Jr., (March 27, 1915 – November 21, 2006) 

Delta Blues Guitarist, Robert Lockwood, Jr., was taught by Robert Johnson and he influenced B.B. King. He recorded consistently during his 70 year career. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Lockwood, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a nice Monday: Little boy blue, Sweet woman, Take a little walk with me and Black spider blues

Source: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Lockwood,_Jr.

Background information
Birth name	Robert Lockwood, Jr.
Also known as	"Robert Junior" Lockwood
Born	March 27, 1915 Turkey Scratch, Arkansas,United States
Died	November 21, 2006 (aged 91)
Genres	Delta blues Electric blues Chicago blues Country blues
Instruments	Guitar, organ
Years active	1930s–2006
Associated acts	Robert Johnson, B. B. King

James Cotton

James Cotton (born July 1, 1935)

 

Harmonica Player and Singer/Songwriter, James Cotton, is one of the great players of the instrument. His long career still continues, void of singing, due to his battle with throat cancer. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Cotton Crop Blues

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

Background information
Born	July 1, 1935 (age 79) Tunica, Mississippi, United States
Genres	Blues, Chicago blues, Delta blues, Electric blues,[1] Jazz,Memphis blues, Rock[2]
Occupations	Musician
Instruments	Vocals, harmonica, drums
Years active	1953–present
Labels	Buddah Records Alligator Records Telarc International
Associated acts	Muddy Waters Howlin' Wolf Matt Murphy Pat Hare

Jazz Greats: Buck Clayton

Wilbur Dorsey Clayton (Parsons, Kansas ,November 12, 1911 – New York City, December 8,1991)

 

Jazz Trumpeter and Bandleader, Buck Clayton, impacted  Music History in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. He was also an integral part of  Count Basie's Orchestra and is highly regarded as a trumpeter. Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday; You can depend on me (with Frankie Laine)

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

Background information
Birth name	Wilbur Dorsey Clayton
Born	November 12, 1911 Parsons, Kansas
Origin	United States
Died	December 8, 1991 (aged 80) New York City, New York
Genres	Swing Mainstream jazz
Occupations	Jazz trumpeter, band leader, composer/arranger
Instruments	Trumpet

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