Reggae Thursdays: Peter Rankin

Landord ‘Peter Rankin’ Legore

October 10, 1961 – March 09, 2015

Reggae Singer, Peter Rankin, began his tenure during the 1970's performing on many Sound systems and Recording. He continued working up to his death in 2015. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Life is not a bed of rose (full Album)

Source: http://www.allmusic.com/artist/peter-rankin-mn0001905740/songs

Background information
Name: Langford Peter Legore Origin: Jamaica Born: Oct. 10, 1961 Died: Mar 09, 2015

A Taste of Honey

A Taste of Honey

Disco-Soul Band, A Taste of Honey, had the distinction of scoring a number one single with their first release, which was a disco track and then transitioning to a ballad three years later to score their second hit. They disbanded in 1982, but members of the Band remained active over the years; with two members passing, only solo efforts remains feasible. Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday:Rescue me, Love me tonight (Janice-Marie Johnson), I'll try something new, Do it good, Boogie Oogie Oogie and Sukiyaki

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Taste_of_Honey_(band)

Background Information
Origin	Los Angeles, California, United States
Genres	Disco, adult contemporary
Years active	1971–82; 2013 (Soul Train Cruise)
Labels	One Way, Capitol
Website	Official website
Past members	Janice Marie Johnson Hazel Payne Perry Kibble (deceased) Donald Johnson Suzanne "Minnie" Thomas (deceased)

Hip Hop Tuesday: Mack 10

Dedrick D'Mon Rolison (born August 9, 1971)

West Coast Hip Hop Artist and Actor, Mack 10, has had Independent Label success since his debut in 1994. He was a member of Westside Connection and still remains active. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Backyard Boogie, What can I do remix (with Ice Cube) and Foe life

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mack_10

Background Information
Birth name	Dedrick D'Mon Rolison
Born	August 9, 1971 (age 46)
Origin	Inglewood, California,U.S.
Genres	Hip hop   West Coast Hip hop   gangsta rap
Occupation(s)	Rapper   actor
Years active	1992–present
Labels	Hoo-Bangin' Records,Priority Records
Associated acts	Westside Connection,Tha Dogg Pound, MC Eiht, Chilly Chill, Xzibit,Knoc-turn'al, Glasses Malone, goddzhuys,Birdman, Ice Cube, WC

Tribute Mondays: Ivory Joe Hunter

Ivory Joe Hunter (October 10, 1914 – November 8, 1974)

Rhythm and Blues Singer, Songwriter, Record Label Owner and Pianist, "The Baron of the Boogie", Ivory Joe Hunter, had success in the R&B, Blues, Boogie Woogie and Country Music genres in a tenure that began in 1933 and ended in 1974 (close to his death). He was a noted Pianist and popular stage performer that also had his own Radio show and owned 2 Record Labels during the 1940's. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Hunter, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a great Monday: I need you so, I almost lost my mind, Blues at sunrise ( The Three Blazers) and Since I met you baby

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

Background information
Also known as	The Baron of the Boogie The Happiest Man Alive
Born	October 10, 1914 Kirbyville, Texas, United States
Died	November 8, 1974(aged 60) Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Genres	R&B, blues, boogie-woogie, country
Occupation(s)	Singer-songwriter
Instruments	Piano
Years active	1933–1974

Dee Dee Ford

Wrecia Holloway

Dee Dee Ford had a 1962 hit as part of a duo with Don Gardener. Her remaining career consisted of unsuccessful singles with Mr. Gardener, but she remains a favourite of Early R&B fans. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Good morning blues,  Just like a fool (I keep hurtin') and I need your lovin' (with Don Gardener)

Source 1: https://www.discogs.com/artist/294678-Dee-Dee-Ford

Source 2: http://www.allmusic.com/artist/don-gardner-dee-dee-ford-mn0002289291

Background information
Name: Wrecia Holloway Years active: 1959 - 1960's Genre: R&B

Jimmy "Spanky" DeBrest

Jimmy "Spanky" DeBrest (April 24, 1937 Philadelphia – March 2, 1973 Philadelphia)

Jazz Bassist. Jimmy "Spanky" Debrest, started his session work during the 1950's, alongside numerous Artist (Art Blakey,John Coltrane, J.J. Johnson, Jazz Messengers and others). He stopped recording two years before his death (which was in 1973), having a huge catalog of regarded Jazz pieces. Please take a listen here and have a nice Saturday: Sakena (Jazz Messengers)

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

Background information
Name: Jimmy Debrest Born: April 24, 1937 Died: Mar 2 1973 Origin: Philadelphia, US Occupation: Bassist Genre: Jazz

René Hall

René Joseph Hall (Sept. 26, 1912 -  Feb. 11, 1988)

Musician, Talent Scout, Performer and Music Arranger, Rene Hall, is remembered for his Guitar arrangements on hundreds of Rock and Roll and R&B Recordings from Aladdin, Decca, Motown and RCA Records. His most famous inputs are; Let's get it on (Marvin Gaye), A change is gonna come (Sam Cooke) and La Bamba (Richie Valen). He loved helping up and coming Acts and also had a run of Solo singles. He died in 1988; please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: Flippin'  Twitchy and Cleo

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

Background Information
Birth name	René Joseph Hall
Born	September 26, 1912 Morgan City, Louisiana, U.S.
Died	February 11, 1988(aged 75) Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres	Jazz, Soul
Occupation(s)	Musician, composer,arranger
Instruments	Guitar
Associated acts	Ray Charles Eddie Cochran