Reggae Thursdays: The Meditations

The Meditations

The Meditations are a Reggae Vocal Group that had hits in the 1970's and did backing vocals for Bob Marley, Gregory Issacs, Jimmy Cliff and The Congas. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Woman is like a shadow

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

Background information
Members:  Danny Clarke, Ansel Cridland, Winston Watson Years Active: 1974- ?

The 5th Dimension

The 5th Dimension

The 5th Dimension are a collective of talented Singers that released numerous hits. Some members has had successful solo careers. They continue to tour with new members. Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: One less bell to answer, (Last night) I didn't get to sleep at all, If I could reach you, Go where you wanna go, California soul, Wedding bell blues, Stoned soul picnic, Up, up and away and Aquarius/ Let the sunshine  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_5th_Dimension

Background information
Origin	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres	R&B, pop, soul, sunshine pop, psychedelic soul
Years active	1966–present (until 1975 in original incarnation)
Labels	Soul City, Imperial, Bell Records, Arista, ABC Records, Motown
Past members	Marilyn McCoo Billy Davis, Jr. Florence LaRue Lamonte McLemore Ron Townson

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Ultramagnetic MCs

Ultramagnetic MCs

The Ultramagnetic MCs are a legendary Hip Hop Group that is credited for their sampling skills and rhyming technique. They are still active; please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: To give you love, Give the drummer some, Traveling at the speed of thought (original),  Chorus line, Ego trippin'  , Mentally mad and Funky 

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

Background information
Origin	The Bronx, New York,United States
Genres	Hip hop
Years active	1984–2001 2006–present
Labels	Diamond International(1984–1986) Next Plateau (1986–1991) Mercury/PolyGram Records (1991–1992) Wild Pitch/EMI Records(1993–1994) Tuff City (1994–?) DMAFT (2006–present)
Associated acts	MF911 DJ Mark the 45 King King Bee Godfather Don DJ Red Alert Boogie Down Productions The Prodigy Rahzel
Members	Kool Keith Ced Gee TR Love Moe Love DJ Jaycee
Past members	Rooney Roon Ronnie T Tim Dog

Tribute Mondays: Bob Cole

Robert Allen "Bob" Cole(July 1, 1868 – August 2, 1911)

Bob Cole wrote over 200 songs and collaborated with early pioneers. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Cole, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a good Monday: Lu Hoola Boola, and Under the bamboo tree

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Cole_(composer)

Background Information
Name: Robert Allen Cole Origin: Athens, Georgia, US Born: July 1, 1868 Died: Aug. 2, 1911

Gospel Singers: Arizona Dranes

"Arizona" Juanita Dranes (1889 or 1891–1963

Blind Gospel Singer and Pianist, Arizona Dranes, introduced piano accompaniment to Holiness Music, a style of music done only in a cappella. She also influenced many future Greats; please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: I shall wear a crown, My soul's a witness for the Lord and Lamb's blood has washed me clean

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

Background Information
Name: "Arizona Dranes" Juanita Dranes Born: 1889 or 1891 Died: 1963 Origin: Sherman, Texas, US Years active: 1920's - 1940's Label: Okeh

Jazz Greats: Don Redman

Donald Matthew Redman (July 29, 1900 –November 30, 1964

Don Redman helped in the formulation of the Big Band Swing sound. He composed many classics for a wide spectrum of Artists. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday: Doin' what I please

Source: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Redman

Background Information
Birth name	Donald Matthew Redman
Born	July 29, 1900
Origin	Piedmont, West Virginia,U.S.
Died	November 30, 1964(aged 64) New York City, U.S.
Genres	Jazz
Occupations	Composer, musician,arranger

Stacy Lattisaw

Stacy Lattisaw (born November 25, 1966)

Stacy Lattisaw began her recording career at aged 12 years and has scored many hits since then. She now records Gospel Music; please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: Let me be your angel, Jump to the beat, Love on a two way street, Miracles, Attack of the name game, Where do we go from here (with Johnny Gill), Don't throw it all away and Perfect Combination (Johnny Gill)

Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stacy_Lattisaw

Background Information
Born	November 25, 1966(age 47)
Origin	Washington, D.C, United States
Genres	Soul, Dance-Pop,Contemporary R&B,Contemporary Gospel
Occupations	Singer
Years active	1979–present
Labels	Cotillion/Atlantic Records (1979–1985) Motown (1986–1989)
Associated acts	The Jacksons Johnny Gill Narada Michael Walden