Reggae Thursdays: Maxi Priest

Max Alfred "Maxi" Elliot (born 10 June 1961)


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Reggae Fusion Artist Maxi Priest has been releasing classic music from the mid 1980's. His brand of music is sometimes not classified as Reggae, but he is one of the best The Genre have ever seen. please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Close to you , Crazy love , Set the night to music (with Roberta Flack) , Groovin in the midnight , Some guys have all the luck , Just a little bit longer , Watching the World go by and Wild World

   
 

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

Background information
Birth name	Max Alfred Elliott
Born	10 June 1961 (age 51) Lewisham, London, England[1]
Genres	Reggae, reggae fusion, Lovers rock
Occupations	Singer, songwriter
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1982–present
Labels	Charisma Virgin EMI
Associated acts	UB40

The Five Satins

The Five Satins 

   The Five Satins were one of the excellent Doo-Wop Groups; they are remembered for a few hits, but their catalog is large. Please take a listen here and have a fun Wednesday: To the Isle , The Jones Girls , Memories of days gone by , A million to one , I'll be seeing you and In the still of the night

  
  

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

Background information
Origin	New Haven, Connecticut, United States
Genres	Doo-wop
Years active	1954–present
Members
Fred Parris Richie Freeman Eugene Dobbs Nadina Perry
Past members
Lou Peebles Larry DiSalvi Stanley Dortch Ed Martin Jim Freeman Al Denby Tommy Killebrew Jessie Murphy Bill Baker Sylvester Hopkins Wes Forbes Corky Rogers Jimmy Curtis Nate Marshall

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Jungle Brothers

Jungle Brothers 

   The Hip Hop Group Jungle Brothers were major players in The Golden Era, thou they seem to be scrubbed from the memory of most Hip Hop Heads. Their music had substance and creativity; Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: I'll house you , Doin' our own dang , I get a kick , What's the five 0  and What U waiting for

  
   

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

Background information
Origin	New York City, United States
Genres	Hip hop, alternative rap, house,hip house
Years active	1987–present
Labels	Idlers/Warlock Records Warner Bros. Records Gee Street/V2/BMG Records Jungle Brothers XYZ Records
Associated acts	A Tribe Called Quest De La Soul Queen Latifah Monie Love Black Sheep Chi-Ali
Members
Mike Gee Sammy B Afrika Baby Bam
Past members
Torture

Tribute Mondays: Major Harris

Major Harris III (February 9, 1947 – November 9, 2012) 

  Major Harris had one of the top voices in R&B and showcased his talents with Groups and as a Solo Artist. Thanks for your contribution, you are appreciated; please take a listen here and have an Ecstatic Monday: I got over love , Each morning I wake up  , Jealousy , Laid back love , It's got to be magic and Love won't let me wait

  
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Major_Harris_(singer) 

Background information
Birth name	Major Harris III
Born	February 9, 1947 Richmond, Virginia, U.S.
Died	November 9, 2012 (aged 65) Richmond, Virginia, U.S.
Genres	R&B
Occupations	Musician
Instruments	Vocals, guitar
Years active Associated Acts	1960s–2011 The Delfonics, The Teenagers, The Jarmels, The Charmers, Nat Turners Rebellion

New Birth

New Birth (also known as The New Birth) 

  New Birth was a Excellent Group that produced classic records with their 17 piece ensemble (at times) and added variations to the R&B and Funk Genres. Please take a listen here and have a good Sunday: Wildflower , You are what I'm talking about , I can understand it , You don't have to be alone , It's impossible and Dream Merchant  

  
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Birth_(band) 

Background information
Also known as	The New Birth
Origin	Detroit, Michigan and Louisville, Kentucky
Genres	R&B,  Funk
Years active	1963–1982
Labels	RCA, Buddah., Warner
Past members
Vernon Bullock Harvey Fuqua Tony Churchill James Baker Austin Lander Robert "Lurch" Jackson Leroy Taylor Charlie Hearndon Nathaniel "Nebs" Neblett.

Jazz Greats: Noble Sissle

Noble Sissle (July 10, 1889 – December 17, 1975) 

Noble Sissle played major roles in The development of Jazz and did many first; thanks for your contribution Mr. Sissle. Please take a listen here and have a excellent Saturday: Polka dot rag , Creole moon and Viper mad

  

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

Background information
Birth name	Noble Sissle
Born	July 10, 1889 Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Died	December 17, 1975 (aged 86)  Tampa, Florida, Usa
Genres	Jazz,
Occupations	jazz composer, lyricist, bandleader, singer and playwright
Labels
Associated acts	Eubie Blake, James Reese Europe

Great Singers: Regina Belle

Regina Belle (born July 17, 1963)

   The Great Singer Regina Belle is a remarkable, talented vocalist that has captivated all, starting from the 1980's. Her songs are done with real emotion; please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: Make it like it was , Where did we go wrong? (with The Manhattans) , If I could , Love T.K.O. , A whole new World (with Peabo Bryson) , This is love , So many tears , Show me the way and Baby come to me

   
  

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

Background information
Birth name	Regina Belle
Born	July 17, 1963 (age 49)
Genres	R&B, jazz, gospel
Occupations	Singer-songwriter, record producer
Years active	1986–present
Labels	Columbia (1986-1996) MCA (1997-1999) Peak / Concord (2000-2005) Pendulum / W.D.E. (2008-present)