Reggae Thursdays: Earl Zero

Earl Anthony Johnson (born 1953)

 

Earl Zero is a Reggae Singer who had huge popularity in the 1970's, scoring hits and working with major producers of that era. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Home sweet home , Shackles and chains  and Righteous works

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

Background Information
Birth name	Earl Anthony Johnson
Born	1953 (age 61–62)
Origin	Kingston, Jamaica
Genres	Reggae
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	Early 1970s–present
Associated acts	Soul Syndicate

Funk Bands: War

War

Funk Band, War, released many hits in the 1970's and are heavily sampled by other Artists. They are regarded for their excellent instrumentations. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Why can't we be friends and Low rider

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

Background information
Also known as	Eric Burdon and War (1969–70, 1976)
Origin	Long Beach, California, U.S.
Genres	Funk, electric blues, soul, R&B, funk rock, reggae fusion, Latin, brown-eyed soul
Years active	1969–present
Labels	MGM, United Artists, MCA, Avenue
Associated acts	Eric Burdon, War Band, The Animals, Señor Soul
Members	Leroy "Lonnie" Jordan Howard E. Scott Lee Oskar Thomas "Papa Dee" Allen B.B. Dickerson Harold Ray Brown

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Leaders of the New School

Leaders of the New School

Hip Hop Group, Leaders of the New School, are members of the native tongues collective. They released critically praised material and was the launching pad for Busta Rhymes. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Classic material, What's next, Sobb story, Scenario (with A Tribe Called Quest) and Case of the P.T.A.

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

Background Information
Origin	Long Island, New York, US
Genres	Hip hop
Years active	1989–1994, 2009–2010, 2014–present
Labels	Elektra Records (1990-1994)
Associated acts	A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul,Rumpletilskinz, Big Daddy Kane, Buju Banton, KRS-One
Members	Busta Rhymes Charlie Brown Dinco D

Tribute Mondays: Carey Bell

Carey Bell (November 14, 1936 – May 6, 2007)

Harmonica Player, Bassist and Singer, Carey Bell, was regarded as one of the best Harmonica Players; his career consisted of solo, duo's and group efforts. Thanks for your contribution, Mr. Bell, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday:  Hard Working Woman and Carey Bell's Blues Harp

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

Background information
Birth name	Carey Bell Harrington
Born	November 14, 1936 Macon, Mississippi, United States
Died	May 6, 2007 (aged 70) Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genres	Chicago blues, Harmonica blues,Electric blues
Occupation(s)	Musician, singer
Instruments	Harmonica, bass, vocals
Years active	1956–2007
Labels	Delmark, Blind Pig, Alligator
Associated acts	Lurrie Bell, Willie Dixon, Louisiana Red

Joshua Altheimer

Joshua Altheimer (1910 – November 18, 1940)

Joshua Altheimer was a noted Blues Pianist, who worked as sideman to Bill Bronzy and others. He is remembered for his techniques; please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: It's Your Time Now - Big Bill Broonzy (1938)

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

Background information
Birth Name: Joshua Altheimer Born: 1910 Died: Nov. 18, 1940 Origin: Altheimer, Arkansas, US

Jazz Greats: Harry Carney

Harry Howell Carney (April 1, 1910 – October 8, 1974)

Influential Baritone Saxophonist and Clarinetist, Harry Carney, was a important member of Duke Ellington's Band for 45 years and is remembered for his many talents. Please take a listen here and have a lovely Saturday: Sophisticated Lady - Duke Ellington and his orchestra, Solo Baritono - Harry Carney 1964 and Frustration,  

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

Background information
Born	April 1, 1910
Origin	Boston, Massachusetts
Died	October 8, 1974 (aged 64)
Genres	Jazz
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Baritone saxophone, bass clarinet
Years active	1930s - 1970s
Associated acts	Duke Ellington

Jimmy Rogers

Jimmy Rogers (June 3, 1924 – December 19, 1997)

Blues Guitarist, Singer and Harmonica Player, Jimmy Rogers, was a member of Muddy Waters' Band and had a few solo hits. He had a resurgence in the 1970's, after a break in the 1960's. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: That's all right and Walking by myself

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

Background information
Birth name	James A. Lane
Born	June 3, 1924 Ruleville, Mississippi, United States
Died	December 19, 1997 (aged 73) Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genres	Chicago blues[1]
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Vocals Guitar Harmonica
Years active	1946–1997
Labels	Chess Records