Jazz Greats: Coleman Hawkins

Coleman Randolph Hawkins (November 21, 1904 – May 19, 1969)

Coleman Hawkins was the lead musician on the first Bebop recording and has influenced the now regarded greats of the Jazz Genre. Please take a listen here and have a good Saturday: Body soul and Picasso

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

Background information
Birth name	Coleman Randolph Hawkins
Born	November 21, 1904 Saint Joseph, Missouri,United States
Died	May 19, 1969 (aged 64) New York, New York, United States
Genres	Swing music, bebop
Instruments	Tenor saxophone, bass saxophone, clarinet
Years active	1921–1969[1]
Associated acts	Ben Webster, Max Roach

Harry Belafonte

Harold George " Harry " Belafonte,
Jr. (born March 1, 1927) 

Singer/Songwriter, Television Host, Actor and Social activist, Harry Belafonte, who's dubbed the "King of Calypso" has worked in all facets of the entertainment industry and has also been involved in humanitarian work for decades. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: Matilda, Turn the world around (The Muppet Show) Mama look at boo boo, A strange song. Jamaica farewell, Jump in the line and The Banana boat song

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

Background information
Birth name	Harold George Bellanfanti, Jr.
Born	March 1, 1927 (age 87) Harlem, New York, U.S.
Genres	Calypso, Vocal, Folk
Occupations	Singer-Songwriter, Actor, Social Activist
Years active	1947–present
Labels	RCA Records Columbia Records EMI Island Records

Reggae Thursdays: Jah Thomas

Nkrumah "Jah" Thomas (b. 1955,Kingston, Jamaica )

Reggae Deejay and Record Producer, Jay Thomas, is one of the well respected performers from 1970's Jamaican Music. He has Produced many regarded Records. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Cricket lovely cricket and Midnight Rock

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

Background information
Born	17 August 1955 (age 59)
Origin	Kingston, Jamaica
Genres	Reggae
Instruments	Vocals, Producer
Years active	1970s to present

The Mad Lads

The Mad Lads

The Mad Lads were a Rhythm and Blues Vocal Group from the Stax Records' Roster. Their varied hits were sprinkled mostly in the 1960's. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: I forgot to be your lover, So nice and Don't have to shop around

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

Background Information
Also known as	The Emeralds
Origin	Memphis, Tennessee,U.S.
Genres	R&B, doo-wop
Years active	1964–1972 occasionally after 1984
Labels	Stax, Volt
Past members	John Gary Williams Julius Green William Brown Robert Phillips Sam Nelson Quincy Billups Jr. Daryl Grandberry

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Marley Marl

Marlon Williams (born September 30, 1962)

Founder of Cold Chillin' Records, Rapper, DJ and Producer, Marley Marl, is part architect of Hip Hop's Golden era. His body of work continues to influence modern Producers. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Uptown Records - Uptown is kicking it, The Symphony and DJ's cutting ( NYC Cutter)

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

Background Information
Birth name	Marlon Williams
Born	September 30, 1962(age 52) New York City, New York,United States
Origin	Queensbridge, Queens, New York, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop
Occupations	CEO, DJ, record producer,rapper
Years active	1983–present
Labels	Cold Chillin'/Warner Bros./Def Jam Records/Barely Breaking Even
Associated acts	MC Shan, Juice Crew,Kool G. Rap, Rakim, Pete Rock, King Tee, LL Cool J, KRS-One, Masta Ace,Nas
Notable instruments
Akai MPC-60, E-mu SP-1200, Roland TR-808

Tribute Mondays: Lillian Evanti

Lillian Evanti (August 12, 1890 –December 6, 1967)

Opera Singer, Lillian Evanti, toured Europe in the 1920's and was an acclaimed performer. Thanks for your contribution Ms. Evanti, you are appreciated. Have a nice Monday

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

Background information
Birth name	Annie Wilson Lillian Evans
Born	August 12, 1890 Washington, D.C.
Died	December 6, 1967(aged 77)
Occupations	Opera Singer
Instruments	Soprano
Years active	1925–1945

Adele Addison

Adele Addison (born July 24, 1925, Springfield, Massachusetts )

Classical Lyric Soprano, Adele Addison, performed constantly during the 1950's and recorded with major Composers. Please take a listen here and have a good Sunday: Adele Addison sings Bach and Rejoice Greatly, O Daughter of Zion (Messiah)

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

Background information
Name: Adele Addison Born: July 24, 1925 Origin: Springfield, Massachusetts, US