Junior

Norman Washington Giscombe (born 6 June 1957)

English Singer - Songwriter, Junior, gained fame in 1982 with his solo efforts, after working as a backing vocalist for Linx. He was among the first set of British R&B Artists that had success in the United States. His last release was in 2011; please take a listen here and have an enjoyable weekend: Too late, Do you really want my love, Another step (closer to you) [with Kim Wilde] and Mama used to say

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

Background information
Birth name	Norman Washington Giscombe
Also known as	Junior
Born	6 June 1957 (age 62) Wandsworth, London, England
Origin	London, England
Genres	R&B, soul, funk, pop
Occupation(s)	Singer, songwriter
Years active	1981–present
Labels	Mercury Records
Associated acts	Ruby Turner, Kim Wilde, Mumzy Stranger

Gayle Adams

Gayle Adams (Born Washington, D.C. , United States)

Urban Contemporary and House Musician, Gayle Adams, released dance-oriented music from 1980 to 1989. She scored a few hits and faded from the industry. There is no available information about her status. Please take a listen here and have an enjoyable weekend: Stretchin' out, Your love is a lifesaver and Love fever

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

Background information
Born	Washington, D.C., United States
Genres	Disco, house, post-disco, urban contemporary
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1980–1989
Labels	Prelude Records

Reggae Thursdays: The Blood Fire Posse

The Blood Fire Posse

The Blood Fire Posse was a talented Group of musicians that was led by Singer, Paul Blake. They made an huge impact in the 1980's with their releases. Paul Blake was voted out of the Group in 1987 and went on to form a Ministry, Danny Browne continued on in music Production and Trevor "Skatta" Bonnick also continued on in music. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Can't stop rocking tonight, Rub-A-Dub Soldier,  Pink Panther and Every Posse get flat

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/426448-Bloodfire-Possé

Background information
Name: Blood Fire Posse  Origin: Jamaica  Members:  Alden "Trapper John" Stewart, Carl "Bridge" Ayton , Danny Browne, Donovan "Benji" Belnavis , Paul Blake, Trevor "Skatta" Bonnick

Crown Heights Affair

Crown Heights Affair

R&B, Funk and Disco Band, Crown Heights Affair, began in 1967 and ended in 1984. They gained fame in the 1970's with a few singles. They also became Record Producers for Artists on Prelude Records from the late 1970's into the early 1980's. They had a brief comeback in 2013. Some members have passed on; please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Every beat of my heart, Galaxy of love, You gave me love, Dancin' and Dreaming a dream

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

Background information
Origin	Crown Heights Brooklyn, New York, United States
Genres	R&B, disco, dance, funk
Years active	1967–1984;[1] 2013
Labels	De-Lite, RCA (United States)
Past members	Ben Iverson Arnold "Muki" Wilson Bert Reid (deceased) Darryl Gibbs James "Ajax" Baynard (deceased) Phillip "Flip" Thomas Raymond Rock William Anderson Raymond Reid (deceased) Howard Young

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Mystikal

Michael Lawrence Tyler (born September 22, 1970)

Rapper, Songwriter and Actor, Mystikal, was a part of the US Army in the early 1990's as a Combat Engineer and then went on to release is debut Album in 1994 on Big Boy Records. He later moved to No Limit Records and continued with solo efforts and features. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Here I go, Not that Nigga (with Michelle Tyler), Beware and Danger (Been so long) with Nivea

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

Background information
Birth name	Michael Lawrence Tyler
Born	September 22, 1970 (age 49) New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop
Occupation(s)	Rapper   actor
Years active	1992–2004   2010–present
Labels	Bigg Truck   Big Boy   No Limit   Jive   Ca$h Money   Universal Republic   Sony
Associated acts	Master P   Ludacris   Silkk the Shocker   Snoop Dogg   504 Boyz   Busta Rhymes   Fiend   KLC   G-Slimm   Pharrell Williams   Mark Ronson   Mac   Baby   Mannie Fresh   Lil Wayne   Pastor Troy   Stevie Stone   Trinidad James   Yelawolf   The Medicine Men   Mia X

Tribute Mondays: Machito

Francisco Raúl Gutiérrez Grillo (February 16, 1908 – April 19, 1984)

Latin Jazz Musician, Machito, refined Afro-Cuban Jazz and created both Cubop and Salsa Music. He was the founder of Machito and the Afro-Cubans and performed as a Vocalist, Trumpeter and Saxophonist. His music influenced Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker and many others. His many recordings were much loved and are still revered by many. He died in 1984; thank you for your contribution Mr. Machito you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a great Monday: Oye La Rumba and Tibiri Tabora

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

Background information
Birth name	Francisco Raúl Gutiérrez Grillo
Also known as	Frank Grillo
Born	c. February 16, 1908
Origin	Havana, Cuba
Died	April 19, 1984(aged 76) London
Genres	Latin jazz   Cubop
Instruments	Singing   maracas
Years active	1928–1984
Associated acts	Afro-Cubans

Graciela

Graciela Pérez Gutiérrez (August 23, 1915 – April 7, 2010)

Pioneering Afro-Cuban Singer, Graciela, was the lead Singer of Machito and the Afro-Cubans. From 1934 onwards she toured and recorded significant pieces that had an huge influence on future Singers. She was regarded for her ability to perform Jazz songs and Ballads with the same level of complexity. She died in 2010; please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Este es Graciela and Intimo y Sentimental

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

Background information
Birth name	Graciela Pérez Gutiérrez
Born	August 23, 1915 Jesús María, Havana, Cuba
Died	April 7, 2010 (aged 94) New York City
Genres	Latin Jazz
Occupation(s)	Singer
Years active	1934–2010