Hip Hop Tuesday: Doug E. Fresh & Slick Rick

Douglas E. Davis (born September 17, 1966)
Stage Name: Doug E. Fresh
 

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Richard Walters (born January 14, 1965)
Stage Name: Slick Rick

 Image Source:  Slick Rick | Discography | Discogs   

  Whether these two were in a Group or doing their solo thing, the impact of Doug E. Fresh and Slick Rick on modern Hip Hop cannot be disputed. They still remain true to Hip Hop culture, leading by example; please take a listen here, Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: La Di Da Di , Children's Story (Slick Rick) , Mona Lisa (Slick Rick) , All the way to Heaven (Doug E. Fresh and The Get Fresh Crew)  , Keep Risin' to the top , I-ight , Hey young World (Slick Rick) , Freaks ( Doug E. Fresh ft. Lil Vicious) and The Show

Doug E. Fresh [center] and Get Fresh Crew (Barry Bee [left] and Chill Will [right])

Image Source: Doug E. Fresh And The Get Fresh Crew | Discography | Discogs

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doug_E._Fresh

Background information
Birth name	Douglas E. Davis
Born	September 17, 1966 (age 56) Christ Church, Barbados[1]
Origin	New York
Genres	Hip hop
Occupations	Beatboxer, rapper, record producer
Years active	1983–present
Labels	Enjoy Records Danya/Reality/Fantasy Records Bust it/Capitol/EMI Records Gee Street/Island/PolyGram Records
Associated acts	Slick Rick, Vicious

 Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slick_Rick

Background information
Birth name	Richard Martin Lloyd Walters
Born	14 January 1965 (age 58) London, England
Origin	The Bronx, New York City
Genres	Hip hop
Occupations	Rapper, record producer
Years active	1982–present
Labels	Def Jam, Columbia, CBS Records, PolyGram, Universal
Associated acts	Doug E. Fresh, Nas, Snoop Dogg, Dana Dane

Tribute Mondays: Ronnie Dyson

Ronnie Dyson (June 5, 1950 — November 10, 1990)

         Another of the vocalist taken early, Ronnie Dyson left behind some classics for future generations to enjoy. Please take a listen here and have a productive start of the week: Just don't wanna be lonely , When you get right down to it , Life and breath , Familiar Strangers , Even in the darkest night  and  (If you let me make love to you then) why can't I touch you

   

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronnie_Dyson

Basic Information
Birth name	Ronnie Dyson
Born	June 5, 1950
Origin	Washington, D.C., United States
Died	November 10, 1990 (aged 40)
Genres	Soul, rhythm and blues
Occupations	Singer, actor
Years active	1969–1990
Labels	Columbia, Cotillion

Real R&B: Betty Wright

Bessie Regina Norris (born December 21, 1953)
Stage Name: Betty Wright

    

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The Great Betty Wright brings dimension to the R&B genre; her signature vocals still evoke emotions and sets romantic escapades. She is one of the most talented to do it, first recording at the tender age of 3, getting a Record Deal, and discovering new talent all in her early teens. Still willing to help out new Artist, Miss Wright is truly special; thank you for your contribution. Have a peaceful Sunday and Please take a listen here: Clean up woman , Goodbye you, hello him , Tonight is the night , No pain, no gain , Girls can't do what guys do , Shoorah, shoorah , Pure love , Baby sitter , Paralyzed , After the pain , Let me be your lovemaker , Where is the love  and Thank you for the many things you've done

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betty_Wright

Background Information
Birth name	Bessie Regina Norris[1]
Born	December 21, 1953 (age 58) Miami, Florida, United States
Genres	R&B, soul, gospel, funk, disco
Years active	1956–present
Associated acts	The Echoes of Joy, Peter Brown, Joss Stone, Gloria Estefan, Angie Stone, Tom Jones, Lil Wayne, The Roots, Jacki-O

Jazz Greats: Nancy Wilson

Nancy Wilson (born February 20, 1937  - Died December 13, 2018) 

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With more than 70 albums to her credit, Jazz Great Miss Nancy Wilson has more than played her part in adding to the Jazz Genre; she released  a Grammy award album in 2006. She still continues to give back and help those who need guidance. Thank you Miss Wilson, Have a nice Saturday and Please take a listen here: Guess who I saw today , Someone to watch over me , (You don't know) how glad I am , Satin Doll , Casablanca , Save your love for me ft. Cannonball Adderly , Sunshine , You've got your trouble , Face it girl , it's over , He called me baby , and  Hurt so bad

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nancy_Wilson_%28jazz_singer%29

Background information
Born Died	February 20, 1937 (age 75) December 13, 2018 (age 81 years)
Origin	Chillicothe, Ohio, U.S.
Genres	Blues Jazz Cabaret Pop Soul
Occupations	Vocalist
Years active	1956–present
Labels	MCG Jazz, Capitol, Blue Note
Associated acts	Ramsey Lewis George Shearing Cannonball Adderley James Ingram Hank Jones Billy Taylor
Website	Miss Nancy Wilson

Great Singers: Sam Cooke

Samuel Cook (January 22, 1931 – December 11, 1964)
Stage Name: Sam Cooke
 

         The man with the voice that captured many hearts, The Father of Soul Music, Sam Cooke, was cut off in his prime by questionable circumstances, but his legacy still lives on. He has left us with so many classics and templates to follow and still continues to contribute to those who need a little inspiration. Please take a listen here and have a fun weekend: You send me , Twisting the night away , Only sixteen , Another Saturday night , Chain Gang , Bring it on home , Wonderful , Cupid , Having a party and A Change is gonna come

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam_Cooke

Background information
Birth name	Samuel Cook[1]
Also known as	Dale Cook
Born	January 22, 1931 Clarksdale, Mississippi, U.S.
Origin	Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Died	December 11, 1964 (aged 33) Los Angeles, California, U.S. Interred: Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, California
Genres	R&B, soul, gospel, pop, jazz[2]
Occupations	Singer-songwriter, entrepreneur
Instruments	Vocals, piano, guitar
Years active	1949–1964
Labels	Specialty, Keen, RCA
Associated acts	The Singing Children, The Highway Q.C.'s, The Soul Stirrers, J. W. Alexander, Lou Rawls, Bobby Womack

Reggae Thursdays: The Mighty Diamonds

Mighty Diamonds

     One of the few Reggae Group to Sign to a Major Label in the 1970s, The Mighty Diamonds brought a melodic side to Roots Reggae, while maintaining positive messages. Please take a listen to these legends here and Happy Reggae Thursday: I need a roof , Pass the Kouchie , Have Mercy , Africa , Shame and Pride , Country living and Right time

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mighty_Diamonds

Mighty Diamonds
Origin	Jamaica
Genres	Roots reggae
Years active	1969 – present
Website	www.themightydiamonds.com
Members
Donald "Tabby" Shaw Fitzroy "Bunny" Simpson Lloyd "Judge" Ferguson

Great R&B Groups: Martha Reeves & The Vandellas

Martha and the Vandellas (known from 1967 to 1972 as Martha Reeves and the Vandellas)

      

             The Girls who introduced the Motown sound, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas has inspired many Artists that try to deliver that perfect balance of R&B and Dance. Their hits are legendary, but they are so humble; we are grateful for all your efforts. Have a calming Wednesday and take a sip of these memories: (Love is like a) Heat wave , Nowhere to run , Jimmy Mack and Dancing in the streets

 Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martha_Reeves_and_the_Vandellas

Background information
Also known as	The Del-Phis, The Vels, Martha Reeves & the Vandellas
Origin	Detroit, Michigan, United States
Genres	R&B/soul/pop
Years active	1962–1972
Labels	Gordy
Associated acts	Marvin Gaye The Funk Brothers
Past members
Martha Reeves Rosalind Ashford-Holmes Annette Beard-Helton Gloria Williams Betty Kelly Lois Reeves Sandra Tilley