Reggae Thursdays: Merlene Webber

Merlene Webber (1952, Jamaica)

Reggae Singer Miss Merlene Webber had hits in the 1970's on the Studio One and Trojan Labels. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Stand by your man and Right Track

Background information
Birth name	Merlene webber
Born	1952
Origin	Jamaica
Genres	Reggae
Occupations	Singer
Years active	1970's–present
Labels Associated Acts	Studio One, Trojan Clement "Coxsone" Dodd The Webber Sisters

The Aces

The Aces

  Chicago Blues Band, The Aces, had many name changes and became the backing Band for others (Muddy Waters, etc.), leading to limited focus on singles of their own. Their influence is still felt on Chicago Blues Artistes; please take a listen here and have a good Wednesday:  Tell me Mama (as the The Jukes)

Source: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Aces_(blues_band)

Background Information
Also known as	The Three Deuces, The Three Aces, The Four Aces
Origin	Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genres	Chicago blues
Instruments	Guitar, harmonica, bass,harmonica, drums
Years active	1950s–1970s
Past members	Louis Myers Dave Myers Fred Below

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Warren G

Warren Griffin III (born November 10, 1970)

   Warren G is a Rapper and Producer, who is one of the early forces behind G-Funk; he is still working constantly. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Indo  smoke (with Mista Grim), This DJ and Regulate ft. Nate Dogg

  

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

Background Information
Birth name	Warren Griffin III
Born	November 10, 1970 (age 43)
Origin	Long Beach, California, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop, G-funk, R&B
Occupations	DJ Producer Rapper Singer
Years active	1992–present
Labels	Violator Management Def Jam Recordings Restless Records Universal Records TVT Records G-Funk Entertainment
Associated acts	213, Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg,Dr. Dre, Knoc-turn'al, Tha Dogg Pound, Tupac Shakur, The Dove Shack, Cedric Ceballos, Twinz,Reel Tight, Mista Grimm, Bishop Lamont, Busta Rhymes, Xzibit,Kurupt, Dat Nigga Daz, Game,Young Jeezy, E-40

Tribute Mondays: Charles Burse

Charlie Burse (August 25, 1901 – December 20, 1965)

  Charles Burse was a Great Musician who started in the Jug Band Era. He was later rediscovered during the Blues Revival of the 1960's. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Burse, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here  and have an exciting Monday: Charlie Burse and his Memphis Mudcats Memphis Highway Stomp

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

Background information
Birth name	Charlie Burse
Born Died	Aug 25, 1901 Dec 20, 1965
Origin	Decatur Alabama, U.S.
Genres	Blues
Occupations Instruments	Ukulele Player, Vocalist Ukelele, Guitar, mandolin, vocals Spoons
Years active	1928–1965
Labels	?

Thelma Houston

Thelma Houston (née Jackson; born May 7, 1946, Leland , Mississippi )

 

  Singer and Actress, Thelma Houston has been active since the 1960's, but is listed as a one hit wonder. She continues to tour regularly. Please take a listen here and have an extraordinary Sunday: You Used To Hold Me So Tight Original 12'' , Do you know where you're going to and Don't leave me this way

  

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

Background information
Birth name	Thelma Jackson
Born	May 7, 1946 (age 67) Leland, Mississippi, United States
Genres	R&B, soul, disco, quiet storm,Motown, gospel
Occupations	Singer-songwriter, actress
Years active	1966–present
Labels	Dunhill, Motown, RCA, MCA,Reprise, Shout Factory
Associated acts	Sisters of Glory

Jazz Greats: George Mitchell

George "Little Mitch" Mitchell (Mar 8, 1899, Louisville, Kentucky - May 22, 1972, Chicago)

  Cornet Player, George Mitchell, can be heard on many recordings of the 1920's; he left the industry in 1931. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday: JOHNNY DUNNS ORIGINAL JAZZ HOUNDS

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Mitchell_(jazz_musician)

Background information
Birth name	George Mitchell
Born Died	Mar 8, 1899 May 22, 1972
Origin	Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.
Genres	Jazz
Occupations	Cornetist
Years active	1920's
Labels	Columbia

Esther Phillips

Esther Phillips (December 23, 1935 – August 7, 1984)

  The Great Esther Phillips' career was derailed by her heavy drug use, but her works and achievements were many. Please take a listen here and Enjoy your Weekend: Double Crossing Blues and Home is where the hatred is and And I love him

  

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

Background information
Birth name	Esther Mae Jones
Also known as	Little Esther Phillips
Born	December 23, 1935 Galveston, Texas, United States
Died	August 7, 1984 (aged 48) Carson, California, United States
Genres	Pop Country Jazz R&B Soul Blues
Occupations	Vocalist
Years active	1950s–1984
Labels	Atlantic Kudu Mercury Lenox