Tribute Mondays: Priscilla Bowman

Priscilla I. Mills, May 30, 1928 – July 24, 1988)

Rhythm and Blues and Jazz Singer, Priscilla Bowman, worked mainly with the Jay McShann Band, with which she had a major hit in the 1950's. Her remaining efforts were spread across various Labels as a Solo Artist. She is referred to as Kansas City's "Original Rock 'n' Roll Mama". Thanks for your contribution, Ms. Mills, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: A Rockin' good way (ft. The Spaniels) and Hands off (Jay McShann Band)

Source:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Priscilla_Bowman

Background information
Birth Name: Priscilla I. Mills Born: May 30, 1928 Died: July 24, 1988 Genre: Jazz, Rhythm and Blues Origin: Kansas City, US Years active: 1950's - mid 1970's Label: Vee-Jay, Falcon, Abner Records

The Singers: Jackie Ross

Jackie Ross (born 30 January 1946,

St. Louis , Missouri )

Jackie Ross is a Soul Singer whose 1960's Singles made an impact on the Charts. She lacked hits after leaving Chess Records and eventually left the industry in the 1970's. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Hard times, I've got the skill, Jerk and twine and Selfish one

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackie_Ross

Background information
Birth Name: Jackie Ross Born: 30 January 1946 Origin: St. Louis, Missouri, US Label: Sar, Chess Records, Brunswick, GSF, Mercury, Capitol, Fountain Production

Jazz Greats: Buddy Tate

George Holmes "Buddy" Tate (Feb. 22, 1913 – Feb. 10, 2001)

Jazz Saxophonist and Clarinetist, Buddy Tate, was a member of Count Bassie's and Andy Kirk's Bands and had a regarded run in his own Group from the 1950's to the 1970's. He continued working into the 1990's and died in 2001. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday: Sent for you yesterday (Celebrity Club Orchestra)

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddy_Tate

Background information
Birth name	George Holmes Tate
Born	February 22, 1913
Died	February 10, 2001 (aged 87)
Genres	Swing, big band
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Saxophone, clarinet

Josephine Premice

Josephine Mary Premice (July 21, 1926 - April 13, 2001)

Actress and Singer, Josephine Premice, starred in Broadway Productions and had stints on Television. She retired from the Stage in  1976 and died in 2001. Please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend: Jamaica (1957 Musical),  Taking a chance on love, and Song of the Jumbies

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Josephine_Premice

Born	Josephine Mary Premice July 21, 1926 Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
Died	April 13, 2001 (aged 74) Manhattan, New York, U.S.
Cause of death	Complications of Emphysema
Occupation	Actress, Singer
Years active	1941–1994
Spouse(s)	Timothy Fales (m. 1950–2001)
Children	Enrico Fales (b. 1959) Susan Fales-Hill (b. 1962)

Reggae Thursdays: Ernest Ranglin

Ernest Ranglin OD (born 19 June 1932)

A&R, Musical Director, Arranger, Bassist and Guitarist, Ernest Ranglin, was active as co-creator in the early stages of the development of the Ska, Rocksteady and Reggae Genres. He has garnered an international Jazz following for his Solo efforts and remains an important contributor to music. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Heartbeat and Grandfather's Clock

Contributions
1. My boy lollipop (Millie Small) - played Guitar and Arranged
2. Wash wash (Prince Buster) - played Bass
3. Rivers of Babylon (The Melodians) - Music Director
4. Say what you're saying (Eric "Monty" Morris) - played Guitar
5. Easy snapping (Theophilus Beckford) - played GuitarGuitar

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ernest_Ranglin

Background information
Born	19 June 1932 (age 83)
Origin	Manchester, Jamaica
Genres	Ska, rocksteady, reggae, jazz
Instruments	Guitar
Years active	1947–present
Labels	Federal, Island, Studio One,MPS, Palm Pictures, Telarc, AIX
Associated acts	Clue J & His Blues Blasters,Prince Buster, The Skatalites,Ronnie Scott's House Band, Soul Vendors, Sound Dimension, Monty Alexander,Jimmy Cliff, St. Germain

Dance Groups: The Four Step Brothers

The Four Step Brothers

The Four Step Brothers were an acrobatic Dance Crew that started in 1925. They did complicated dance moves, that are still regarded today. Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: 1950s TV: The Four Step Brothers (tap-dancers) (1956), Barber shop and The Four Step Brothers, 1942

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Four_Step_Brothers

Background information
Band Name: The Four Step Brothers Years active: 1925 - 1960's Members: Macro Anderson, Al Williams, Red Walker, Sherman Robertson, Prince Spencer, Flash McDonald, Edward Bozeman

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Prophets of Da City (POC)

Prophets of Da City (POC) 

South African Hip Hop Crew, Prophets of Da City (POC), began their career during the apartheid years in their Country. Their lyrics reflected the racism and unfair social system faced by the Black People of South Africa. They remain active; please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Mahalla,  Roots ft. DJ A-ski, Boom style, and Understand where I'm coming from

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prophets_of_Da_City
Band Name: Prophets of Da City (POC)

Background information
Origin: Cape Town, South Africa Members: Ishmael Morabe, Mark Heuvel, Shaheen Ariefdien, Ramone, DJ Ready D Genre: Hip Hop Music and Reggae Label: Ghetto Ruff, Ku-shu Shu Records, Teal Trutone Years active: 1988 - present