The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Friday, 14 February 2020

Lutricia McNeal

Lutricia McNeal (born November 27, 1973)

Soul and Pop Singer, Lutricia McNeal, scored a major hit in the mid-1990's. She continued on releasing a couple of Albums and singles into the 2000s. Her last release was in 2011; please take a listen here and have an enjoyable weekend: Someone loves you honey, When a child is born, Stranded, My side of town and Ain't that just the way

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lutricia_McNeal
Background information
BornNovember 27, 1973 (age 46)
GenresPopsouldance
Occupation(s)Musician
Years active1996–present
LabelsArcarde Records (1996–2000)
Bonnier Amigo / Polydor Records (2002–2004)
Edel Records (2004–2005)
Playground Music(2005–2006)
Exzess Berlin (2007)
tspmusic (2011–)

Thursday, 13 February 2020

Reggae Thursdays: Jack Radics

Balfour Bailey (Dec. 31, 1947)

Band Leader, Singer/Songwriter, Arranger and Music Producer, Jack Radics, is regarded for his blending of Pop and Soul with Reggae. He has been active since the 1980's and gained success on various major labels. He has written hits for other Artists and continues to perform. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Twist and shout (with Chaka Demus & Pliers), I'll be sweeter, Sexy thing, It's in her kiss and Moving away

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/228874-Jack-Radics
Background information
Name: Balfour Bailey 
Born: Dec. 31, 1957
Origin: Kingston, Jamaica
Labels: Mango, Island, Sony, Jive, EMI, RCA

Funk and Disco Groups: Kay Gees

Kay Gees

Funk and Disco Group, the Kay Gees, were the Protégés of Kool and the Gang. They had a tenure that lasted from 1974 to 1978, which featured material that did not fare well on the charts. They gained further recognition when their song was sampled in the 1990's on Dr. Dre's The Chronic Album. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: You've got to keep Bumpin and Who's the Man (with the master plan)

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

Background information 
GenresJazz
Funk
Soul
Disco
Years active1974–1978
LabelsGang Records, De-Lite
Associated actsKool & the Gang

Tuesday, 11 February 2020

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Debbie Dee

Debora C Hooper

Hip Hop Artist, Debbie Dee, began her run in the 1970's, in the era of performing live on Sound Systems. She was a part of DJ Patty Duke and The Jazzy 5 MCs. She then went on to a solo career in the 1980's an also appeared in the film Beat Street. She is regarded for being one of the Pioneering Old School Hip Hop female MCs. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Sound your funky horn and Hit the Rap Jack

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/162957-Debbie-D
Background information
Name: Deborah C. Hooper
Origin: US
Genre: Old School Hip Hop  

Monday, 10 February 2020

Tribute Mondays: Walter Dickerson

Walter Roland Dickerson (April 16, 1928 – May 15, 2008)

Jazz Vibraphone Player, Walt Dickerson, was a part of the Post-Bop movement. He graduated from the Morgan State University in 1953 and led his own Band, after a tenure in the US Army. He released regarded Albums in the early 1960's and after a break, returned in the 1970's. He died in 2008; thanks for your contribution Mr. Dickerson, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Sense of direction and Infinite you

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walt_Dickerson
Background information 
Birth nameWalter Roland Dickerson
BornApril 16, 1928
Philadelphia,Pennsylvania, United States
DiedMay 15, 2008(aged 80)
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsVibraphone
Labels
Associated acts

Sunday, 9 February 2020

Jimmy Holiday

Jimmy Holiday (b. July 24, 1934, Sallis, Mississippi - d. February 15,1987, Iowa City )

R&B Singer and Songwriter, Jimmy Holiday, scored his first hit in 1963 and went on to release his debut Album in 1966. He Co-wrote the song "Put a little love in your heart" and other popular hits. Mr. Holiday died in 1987; please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Spread your love, Turning point and How can I forget

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

Background information
Name: Jimmy Holiday 
Born: July 24, 1934
Died: Feb. 15, 1987
Origin: Sallis, Mississippi, US 
Label: Everest Records, Minit Records 

Saturday, 8 February 2020

Jazz Greats: Jimmy Cobb

Wilbur James Cobb (born January 20, 1929)

Jazz Drummer, Jimmy Cobb, worked with Miles Davis on His 1959 Kind of Blue Album and was a Sideman to numerous Artists (Dinah Washington, Clark Terry, Cannonball Adderley, Dizzy Gillespie, John Coltrane, Sarah Vaughan, Billie Holliday and many others). He has been active since 1949 and still continues to perform. Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday: Kind of Blue (full Album, Miles Davis) and On a clear day

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

Background information
Birth nameWilbur James Cobb
BornJanuary 20, 1929(age 91)
Washington, D.C., U.S.
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsDrums
Years active1949–present