Soul and Funk Groups: Southside Movement

Southside Movement

Funk and Soul Group, Southside Movement's Discography only includes Three Albums, but their work continues through sampling by Hip Hop Artists. They broke up during the 1970's after scoring a few hits. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: Mud mud, Love is for fools, Save the world and I've been watching you

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

Background information
Band Name: Southside Movement Origin: Chicago, Illinois, US Label: Wand Members: Melvin Moore, Bobby Pointer, Morris Beeks, Ronald Simmons, Willie Hayes,  Milton Johnson,  Stephen Hawkins,  Bill McFarland

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Jimmy Spicer

James Bromley Spicer

Jimmy Spicer is one of the early Hip Hop story tellers. He had a short stint at Def Jam Records and released memorable singles. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: This is it, Beat the clock, Money (Dollar bill y'all) and Adventures of super rhyme

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

Background Information
Birth name	James Bromley Spicer
Born	May 12th Brooklyn, New York
Genres	Hip hop
Occupation(s)	Rapper, record producer,songwriter
Years active	1970–1990
Labels	Funky Bunch Trivia

Tribute Mondays: Willie Love

Willie Love (November 4, 1906 – August 19, 1953)

Delta Blues Pianist, Wille Love, worked mainly with Sonny Boy Williamson ll in the studio and  also had a few solo releases. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Love, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a good Monday: V8 ford, Lonesome world blues and Everybody's fishing

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

Background Information
Born	November 4, 1906 Duncan, Mississippi, United States
Died	August 19, 1953 (aged 46) Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Genres	Delta blues, boogie-woogie,rhythm and blues
Occupation(s)	Pianist, singer, songwriter
Instruments	Piano, vocals
Years active	Early 1940s–1953
Labels	Trumpet

Mighty Clouds of Joy

Mighty Clouds of Joy

Traditional Gospel Music quartet, Mighty Clouds of Joy, has been releasing material since the 1960's. They have won many Grammy awards and still remains active, releasing occasional Albums. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Steal away to Jesus and Amazing Grace

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

Background Information
Origin	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres	Traditional gospel, disco
Years active	1960–present
Labels	Light, Peacock, Epic, ABC,Word, Myrrh, Intersound, EMI Gospel, CBS, Dunhill/ABC, MCG
Members	Joe Ligon Ron Staples JohnnyValentine ErvinWilliams [not verified in body]
Past members	Paul Beasley Elmeo Franklin Johnny Martin Michael Cook Ermant Franklin Leon Polk Hamp Carlton Artis Turnbough[

Jazz Greats: Gigi Gryce

George General Grice Jr (Nov. 28, 1925 – Mar 14, 1983)

Jazz Saxophonist, Flautist, Clarinetist, Composer, Arranger and Educator, Gigi Gryce, had a strong career with tours, recordings and compositions. He left the industry in 1963, eventually becoming a Teacher. Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday: Minority,  Nica's tempo, Brown Skins and Social call

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

Background information
Birth name	George General Grice Jr.
Also known as	Basheer Qusim
Born	November 28, 1925 Pensacola, Florida, U.S.
Died	March 14, 1983 (aged 57) Pensacola, Florida, U.S.
Genres	Jazz
Occupation(s)	Musician, arranger, composer, educator
Instruments	Alto saxophone, flute

The Singers: Mary Jane Hooper

Sena Fletcher

New Orleans R&B and Soul Singer, Mary Jane Hooper, had a short career in the 1960's, which had little success. Her recordings were released on a compilation in the 1990's. Their is no information available about her current status. Please take a listen here and Enjoy your weekend: That's how strong love is, I've got what you need, I've got reasons

Background information
Name: Sena Fletcher Years Active: 1960's Genre: New Orleans R&B and Soul