Earl Hooker

Earl Hooker (January 15, 1929 – April 21, 1970)

Master Slide Guitarist, Earl Hooker, had a full career; thou he is less regarded, his work still stands out. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: Two bugs in a rug, Anna Lee, Calling all Blues, Blues in D natural,  and Blue Guitar

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

Background information
Birth name	Earl Zebedee Hooker
Born	January 15, 1929 Quitman County, Mississippi
Died	April 21, 1970 (aged 41) Chicago, Illinois
Genres	Blues
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Guitar
Years active	1940s–1970
Labels	Cuca, Chief/Profile/Age,Arhoolie, Bluesway
Notable instruments
Gibson EDS-1275

Reggae Thursdays: Inner Circle

Inner Circle

Reggae Band, Inner Circle, had success in the 1970's; after the death of Jacob Miller in 1980, they resurfaced with a new lead Singer and had great commercial success. Their original members were also the basis for the Group, Third World. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Sweat, Bad boys, Mary Mary, Everything is great, Stop breaking my heart and You make me feel brand new

Source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inner_Circle_(band)

Background information
Also known as	The Inner Circle Band
Origin	Kingston, Jamaica
Genres	Reggae
Years active	1968–present
Labels	Trojan, Capitol, Island, RAS, Atlantic, Big Beat, VP, Shanachie, Soundbwoy Entertainment
Associated acts	Third World
Website	badboysofreggae.com
Members	Ian Lewis Roger Lewis Bernard "Touter" Harvey Lancelot Hall Errol "Skatta" Bonnick
Past members	Mark Castro Michael "Ibo" Cooper Stephen "Cat" Coore William Stewart William "Bunny Rugs" Clarke (deceased) Irvin "Carrot" Jarrett Milton "Prilly" Hamilton Charles Farquharson Calvin McKenzie Funky Brown Jacob Miller (deceased) Lester Adderley Norma Grant Rick Hunt Michael Sterling Calton Coffie Dave Gonzales Kris Bentley Jr. Jazz

Labelle

Labelle

Pioneering Female Group, Labelle, had a tenure filled with name and genre changes. Their influences are still being felt today and one member has had an extremely successful solo career (Patti Labelle). Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: Down the aisle (The wedding song) {Patti Labelle and her Bluebells}, You'll never walk alone {Patti Labelle and her Bluebells}, Over the rainbow {Patti Labelle and the Blue Bells}, All or nothing, Take me for a little while, Dreamer, I'm still waiting, Wild horses, Time and love, What can I do for you and Lady Marmalade

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

Background information
Also known as	The Ordettes Patti LaBelle and the Blue Belles Patti LaBelle and Her Blue Belles
Origin	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Genres	Doo-wop, R&B, soul, psychedelic soul, rock, funk, dance
Years active	1959–1977 2005–present
Labels	Newtown, Cameo-Parkway,Atlantic Records, Warner Bros.,Epic Records
Associated acts	Wilson Pickett, Laura Nyro, The Meters
Website	www.labelleisback.com
Members	Patti LaBelle Nona Hendryx Sarah Dash
Past members	Sundray Tucker Cindy Birdsong

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Penthouse Players Clique

Penthouse Players Clique

Short lived Hip Hop Group, Penthouse Players Clique released one album as a part of Ruthless Records' roster in 1992. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Explanation of a playa 

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

Background Information
Also known as	Penthouse Players, P.P.C.
Origin	Los Angeles, California
Genres	Gangsta rap Hardcore rap West Coast Rap
Years active	1992 - 1993
Labels	Ruthless Records Priority Records
Associated acts	Eazy-E DJ Quik Battlecat
Members	Playa Hamm Tweed Cadillac

Tribute Mondays: Pinetop Perkins

Joseph William Perkins (July 7, 1913 – March 21, 2011)

Pianist and Singer, Pinetop Perkins, was one of the original Delta Blues Pianist. He worked as a sideman on works by other Artist and had a resurgence in his career in the 1990's. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Perkins, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a great Monday: Jackson town gal (with Robert Nighthawk) and Pinetop's Boogie Woogie 

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

Background information
Birth name	Joseph William Perkins
Born	July 7, 1913 Belzoni, Mississippi, United States
Died	March 21, 2011 (aged 97) Austin, Texas, United States
Genres	Piano blues Boogie-woogie Delta blues Chicago blues
Occupation(s)	Pianist, singer
Instruments	Piano, vocals, keyboards
Years active	1920s–2011
Labels	Blind Pig Records

Eddie Taylor

Eddie Taylor (January 29, 1923 – December 25, 1985)

Self taught Electric Bass Guitarist and Singer, Eddie Taylor, contributed to the Mississippi Delta Blues; he worked as a side man to many. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Sunday: Bad boy and Big town Playboy

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

Background information
Birth Name: Eddie Taylor Born: Jan. 29, 1923 Died: Dec. 25, 1985 Origin: Benoit, Mississippi, US Labels: Vee Jay Records, Big Bear Records and Testament Records Years active: 1950's- ?

Jazz Greats: Al Sears

Al Sears (February 21, 1910, Macomb, Illinois-March 23, 1990, New York City)

Jazz Tenor Saxophonist and Bandleader, Al Sears, worked in many Bands and was a R&B studio session musician in the 1950's. Please take a listen here and have a good Saturday: Castle Rock (Johnny Hodges)

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

Background information
Birth Name: Al Sears Born: Feb 21, 1910 Died: Mar 23, 1990 Origin: Macomb Illinois