Hip Hop Tuesdays: Prophets of Da City (POC)

Prophets of Da City (POC) 

South African Hip Hop Crew, Prophets of Da City (POC), began their career during the apartheid years in their Country. Their lyrics reflected the racism and unfair social system faced by the Black People of South Africa. They remain active; please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Mahalla,  Roots ft. DJ A-ski, Boom style, and Understand where I'm coming from

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prophets_of_Da_City
Band Name: Prophets of Da City (POC)

Background information
Origin: Cape Town, South Africa Members: Ishmael Morabe, Mark Heuvel, Shaheen Ariefdien, Ramone, DJ Ready D Genre: Hip Hop Music and Reggae Label: Ghetto Ruff, Ku-shu Shu Records, Teal Trutone Years active: 1988 - present

Tribute Mondays: Stepin Fetchit

Lincoln Theodore Monroe Andrew Perry (May 30, 1902 – November 19, 1985)

Comedian and Film Actor, Stepin Fetchit, was  successful in the 1930's, but had a slump in his career in the later decades. He was criticized by Civil Rights Activist for his, "The laziest man in the world" character and his achievements mostly overlooked. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Perry, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a great Monday: Stepin Fetchit Rap (Lincoln Perry) from the1945 musical "Big Timers"  and Miracle In Harlem (1948) 

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stepin_FetchitFetchit

Born	Lincoln Theodore Monroe Andrew Perry May 30, 1902 Key West, Florida, U.S.
Died	November 19, 1985 (aged 83) Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Cause of death	Pneumonia and heart failure
Resting place	Calvary Cemetery, East Los Angeles
Occupation	Actor
Years active	1925–1976
Spouse(s)	Dorothy Stevenson (1929–?) Winifred Johnson Bernice Sims (?–1984) (her death)
Children	Jemajo Perry (1930–) Donald Lambright (1938–1969)

Latimore

Benjamin "Benny" Latimore (born September 7, 1939)

R&B and Blues Singer/Songwriter and Pianist, Latimore, had hits in the 1970's and released a number of Albums with less success starting in the 1980's. He continues to work as a session musician. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Keep the home fire burning, Something 'bout cha', Stormy Monday. If you were my woman and Let's straighten it out

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Latimore_(musician)

Background information
Birth name	Benjamin Latimore
Also known as	Benny Latimore
Born	September 7, 1939 (age 76) Charleston, Tennessee,United States
Genres	R&B, disco, soul
Occupation(s)	Musician, songwriter
Instruments	vocals, piano
Years active	1965–present
Labels	Dade, Glades, Malaco

Jazz Greats: King Kolax

William Little (Nov. 6, 1912, Kansas City, Missouri – Dec. 18, 1991, Chicago, Illinois)

Bandleader, Singer, and Jazz Trumpeter, King Kolax, began his career in the 1930's after completing his degree in Music Studies. He worked as a Leader, Sideman and Singer in many Bands and also did solo efforts up to 1970. Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday: Joe Williams With King Kolax Everyday I Have The Blues 1953 and The Chaunteurs with King Kolax Band: Wishin' Well (1961)

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Kolax

Background information
Birth Name: William Little Born: Nov. 06, 1912 Died: Dec. 18, 1991 Label: J.O.B., Vee-Jay Origin: Kansas City, Missouri, US

The Singers: Vickie Anderson

Myra Barnes (Born November 21, 1939, Houston Texas, US)

Vickie Anderson is a  respected Soul Singer and former member of the James Brown Revue. She retired in 1995; please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: Once I get started (as Mommies-O), You're welcome, stop on by and Message from a Soul Sisters

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vicki_Anderson

Background information
Birth name	Myra Barnes
Genres	Soul
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1965–1995
Associated acts	James Brown Revue

Reggae Thursdays: Winston Jarret and The Righteous Flames

Winston Jarret and The Righteous Flames

Winston Jarrett was taught how to play the Guitar by Jimmy Cliff and Alton Ellis. He got his start working in Ellis' Backing Vocal Band and eventually moving on to form The Righteous Flames that worked with various Producers in the 1960's and 1970's. His solo work included self produced material that increased his presence. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: There must be a revolution,  True born African and  Born to be loved

Source:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winston_Jarrett

Background information
Born	14 September 1940 (age 75)
Origin	Lime Tree Gardens, Saint Ann Parish, Jamaica
Genres	Rocksteady, reggae
Occupation(s)	Singer-songwriter
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	Early 1960s–present
Labels	Treasure Isle, Studio One,RAS, Heartbeat
Associated acts	Alton Ellis, The Righteous Flames

Background information
Band Name:  The Righteous Flames Members:  Edgar "Egga" Gardner, Junior Green, Winston Jarrett, Danny Clarke

The Manhattan Brothers

The Manhattan Brothers

South African Singing Group, The Manhattan Brothers, was the launching pad for Miriam Makeba's career. Their major releases and tours happened in the 1940's and 1950's. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Lovely lies

Source:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manhattan_Brothers

Background information
Band Name: The Manhattan Brothers Origin: South Africa Members: Nathan "Dambuza" Mdlefle, Joe Mogotsi, Ronnie Sehume, Rufus Khoza, Miriam Makeba