Jazz Greats: John Robichaux

John Robichaux (January 16, 1866, Thibodaux, Louisiana – 1939,New Orleans)

John Robichaux was a Jazz Drummer, Violinist and Bandleader whose career began in the late 1800's. He was a well  respected Musician; have a lovely Saturday:The New John Robichaux Orchestra - Brother Gardner's Cakewalk [cover band]

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

Background Information
Name: John Robichaux Born: Jan 16, 1866 Died: 1939 Origin: New Orleans

Evelyn Thomas

Ellen Lucille Thomas,( Born August 1953)

Disco Singer, Evelyn Thomas, scored some hits in the post Disco era. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: Reflections and High energy

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

Background Information
Birth name	Ellen Lucille Thomas
Born	1953 (age 61–62)
Origin	Chicago, Illinois
Genres	Hi-NRG, Dance, Disco, House Music
Occupation(s)	Singer
Instruments	vocals
Years active	1976–present
Labels	20th Century, Casablanca Records,Record Shack, TSR

Reggae/Dancehall Thursdays: Lecturer

Lecturer

Lecturer is a Jamaican DJ that released controversial records during the 1980's. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae/Dancehall Thursday: Tonight is the night (ft. Foxy Brown) and DJ a look fi mi

The Tymes

The Tymes

Soul Vocal Group, The Tymes, scored hits in the US and UK during their 1950's to 1970's stint. Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: Ms Grace, Wonderful wonderful and So much in love

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

Background information
Origin	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,United States
Genres	R&B, soul
Years active	1956–present
Labels	Cameo-Parkway, Columbia,RCA, MGM
Members	Albert Berry Norman Burnett
Past members	Donald Banks (deceased) George Hilliard (deceased) George Williams (deceased)

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Crash Crew

Crash Crew

1970's Hip Hop Group, Crash Crew, recorded classics in the 1980's and remains active in the genre. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: We wanna rock, On the radio and High power rap (Disco Dave and the Force of the 5 MC's)

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

Background information
Origin	New York City, New York, United States
Genres	Hip hop
Years active	1977–present
Labels	Sugar Hill
Members	G. Man La Shubee Barry Bistro Ek Mike C. Reggie RegDJ Lord Yoda X
Past members	DJ Daryll C (deceased)

Tribute Mondays: Big Maceo Merriweather

Major Merriweather (March 31, 1905 – February 23,1953)

Blues Pianist and Singer, Big Maceo Merriweather, influenced most famous post world war ll Blues Pianist. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Merriweather, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a great Monday: Eloise and Worried life blues

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

Background information
Birth Name: Major Merriweather Origin: Atlanta, Georgia Born: Mar 31, 1905 Died: Feb 23, 1953 Years active: 1940's

Johnny Thunder

Gil Hamilton (born August 15, 1932)

Johnny Thunder is a R&B Singer that had a novelty hit in the 1960's. He now works the cruise line circuit and continues to tour. Please take a listen here and have a good Sunday: Make love to me (with Ruby Winters), Tell her (Gil Hamilton), Move & Groove (Gil Hamilton) and Loop de loop

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Thunder_(singer)

Background information
Birth name	Gil Hamilton
Born	August 15, 1932 (age 82) Leesburg, Florida, United States
Genres	Rhythm and blues, pop
Occupation(s)	Singer
Instruments	vocals
Years active	Late 1950s – current
Labels	Diamond, Capitol, Vee Jay,Calla, Stateside
Associated acts	Ruby Winters