The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Sunday, 20 January 2019

Cherrelle

Cheryl Anne Norton (born October 13, 1958)
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R&B Singer, Cherelle, began as a backing Vocalist for Norman Connors and Michael Henderson and moved on to score hits in the mid 1980's. She continued releasing material into the 1990's, with her last being in 1999. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Everything I miss at home, Never knew love like this (Alexander O'Neal) , Where do I run to, Saturday love (with Alexander O'Neal) and I didn't mean to turn you on

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherelle
Background Information
Birth nameCheryl Ann Norton
BornOctober 13, 1958 (age 60)[1]
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
OriginDetroit, Michigan, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)Singer
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1983–present
Labels
Associated acts

Saturday, 19 January 2019

Jazz Greats: Kenny Dennis

Kenny Dennis (born May 27, 1930)
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Jazz Drummer, Kenny Dennis, worked on Albums done by numerous Greats (Nancy Wilson, Sonny Stitt, Charles Mingus and others). He also played in the United States Army Band between 1948 and 1952 and was a part of a few trios. His ex wife was Jazz Great Nancy Wilson. Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday: 37 minutes and 48 seconds with Sonny Stitt

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenny_Dennis
Background information
Name: Kenny Dennis 
Born: May 27, 1930 
Origin: Philadelphia Pennsylvania, US
Occupation: Drummer
Genre: Jazz

Friday, 18 January 2019

Michel'le

Michel'le Denise Toussant ( born December 5, 1970)
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R&B Singer and Songwriter, Michel'le, first worked with the World Class Wreckin' Cru in 1987 and then signed to Ruthless Records, where she gained success from her Dr. Dre produced debut Album. Her success has waned over the years, but she remains active through her various struggles. Please take a listen here and have an enjoyable weekend: No more lies and Something in my heart

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michel'le
Background information
Birth nameMichel'le Denise Toussant
BornDecember 5, 1970 (age 48)
Los Angeles, California, United States
Genres
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter rapper
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1987–present
Labels
Associated acts

Thursday, 17 January 2019

Reggae Thursdays: The Fabulous Flames

Fabulous Flames
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Reggae Group, Fabulous Flames, had success with their first Single in 1970, but split a few years later. They were the Group that gave Lloyd Lovindeer, his start. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Festival, Growing and Holly Holy

Source 1: https://www.discogs.com/artist/386564-The-Fabulous-Flames
Source 2: https://www.allmusic.com/artist/fabulous-flames-mn0000150055
Background information
Name: Fabulous Flames
Origin: Jamaice
Members
Lovindeer, Kirk Salmon and Oswald ‘Dougie’ Douglas.
Label: K-Tel

Wednesday, 16 January 2019

Weather Report

Weather Report
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Jazz Fusion Band, Weather Report, worked between the 1970's and 1986. Their efforts ranged from Avant-garde Jazz to Funk and R&B oriented Jazz. They are regarded for their blending of various Genres into the Jazz Genre and for their well praised Albums. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: A remark you made, Teen Town and Birdland

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weather_Report
Background information
OriginNew York City, New York, U.S.
GenresJazz fusion, world music, jazz-funk, free jazz
Years active1970–86
LabelsColumbia
Associated actsJoni Mitchell, The Zawinul Syndicate

Tuesday, 15 January 2019

Hip Hop Tuesdays: E-A-Ski

Shon Adams
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Rapper and Producer, E-A-Ski, worked at No Limit Records during the early 1990's, and went on to release Albums on various Labels From 1995 onwards and also produced Spice 1 and the Luniz. He remains active; please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday:


Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/E-A-Ski
Background Information
Birth nameShon Adams
OriginOakland, California
GenresWest Coast hip hop, Hyphy
Occupation(s)Rapper, Producer
Years active1990–present
LabelsIMGMI (Current) E&C, No Limit, In-A-Minute, Priority, Relativity, Dreamworks, Columbia (Former)

Monday, 14 January 2019

Tribute Mondays: Maggie Jones

Maggie Jones (born March 1894; date of death unknown)
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The Texas Nightingale, Blues Singer and Pianist, Maggie Jones, recorded 38 Songs between 1923 and 1926. She worked with Louis Armstrong, Fletcher Henderson and others on various labels and was a regarded Blues Singer that also appeared on Broadway in Blackbirds of 1928. Her date of death is unknown. Thanks for your contribution Mrs. Jones, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Monday: If I lose, let me lose (Mama don't mind 1924), Single woman blues, North bound blues and Good time flat Blues

Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maggie_Jones_(blues_musician)

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/456908-Maggie-Jones
Background Information
Also known asFae Barnes
The Texas Nightingale
BornMarch 1894
Hillsboro, Texas, United States
DiedUnknown
GenresBlues[1]
Occupation(s)Singer, pianist
InstrumentsVocals, piano
Years active1922–1933