Reggae Thursdays: George Faith

Earl George Lawrence (born 1946, Rae Town , died 2003)

Reggae and Lovers Rock Singer, George Faith, had his career high during the 1970's recording for Lee "Scratch" Perry, Bunny Lee and others. He had success with his Island Records releases, and continued working into the late 1990's. He died from cancer in 2003; please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Love and affection, Since I met you baby, I've got the groove, Opportunity and To be a lover

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

Background Information
Birth name	Earl George Lawrence
Also known as	Earl George, George Earl
Born	1946 Rae Town, Jamaica
Died	2003
Genres	Reggae, Lovers rock
Occupation(s)	Singer-songwriter
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1970 – late 1990s
Labels	Black Art, Island, GG's, Studio One

One-Hit Wonder Groups: The Jaynetts

The Jaynetts

The Jaynetts were a one-hit wonder Girl Group that released unsuccessful follow up singles, usually with varying line ups. Some members (Leslie Valentine, Ethel Davis and others) had solo careers. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: Keep an eye on her, Dear Abby, Snowman, snowman, Sweet potato nose and Sally go round the roses

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

Background information
Name: The Jaynetts Origin: Bronx, New York, US Members: Yvonne Bushnell, Ethel Davis (aka Vernell Hill), Ada Ray Kelly and Johnnie Louise Richardson Selena Healey, Marie Hood, Marlene Mack (aka Marlina Mack/Marlina Mars), Mary Sue Wells, Louise (Harris) Murray, Lezli Valentine and Iggy Williams Label: J&S Records

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Domino

Shawn Antoine Ivy (Born 1972 in St. Louis, Missouri, US)

Rapper, Domino, released a successful debut Album and regarded singles in 1993. His fortunes turned when his Label was dropped from Def Jam records and his second Album faded during the corporate confusion. He remains active; please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Sweet potato pie, Physical funk, Long Beach thang, This business of love and Getto jam

Source:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domino_(rapper)

Background Information
Birth name	Shawn Antoine Ivy
Also known as	Genuine Draft
Born	1972 (age 43–44) St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Origin	Long Beach, California
Genres	Hip hop
Occupation(s)	Rapper Producer Singer
Years active	1992–present
Labels	Outburst Records, Def Jam,Columbia Records, MCA Records, Thump Records,
Associated acts	Bloods & Crips

Tribute Mondays: Jimmy Wilson

Jimmy Wilson (1921 or 1923 – February 5, 1965)

West Coast Blues Singer, Jimmy Wilson, worked on various labels and with the Bob Geddins Cavaliers band starting in 1951. He scored one solo hit, but faded from the major labels to smaller labels before he died in  1965. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Wilson, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a great Monday: Tin pan alley

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Wilson_(blues_musician)

Background Information
Born	1921 or 1923 Lake Charles, Louisiana
Died	February 5, 1965 Dallas, Texas
Genres	Blues
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1951–1960s
Associated acts	Lafayette Thomas, Bob Geddins

Eddie Mapp

Eddie Mapp (c. 1910 – November 14, 1931)

Country Blues Harmonicist, Eddie Mann, was a side musician to Barbeque Bob and Curley Weaver. During the 1920's he had a lukewarm solo career and recorded as a part of the Georgia Cotton Pickers. He was stab to death at aged 20 years old in 1931. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday:, Fourth avenue Blues , Decatur street drag and Riding the blinds

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

Background Information
Born	c. 1910 Social Circle, Georgia, United States
Died	November 14, 1931 Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Genres	Country blues
Occupation(s)	Harmonicist, songwriter
Instruments	Harmonica, vocals
Years active	1922–1931
Labels	Various

Jazz Greats: Clifford Brown

Clifford Brown (October 30, 1930 – June 26, 1956)

Clifford Brown was a Jazz Trumpeter whose career was cut short when he died in a car accident at aged 25 years old in 1956. His well regarded Jazz standards has influenced many and still continues to influence a new set of Artists. He his remembered for being one  of the best Trumpet players of all times. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday: Brownie Speaks, Sandu, Oh lady be good, The Blues walk, Joy Spring and Daahoud

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

Background information
Also known as	"Brownie"
Born	October 30, 1930 Wilmington, Delaware, United States
Died	June 26, 1956 (aged 25) Bedford, Pennsylvania, United States
Genres	Jazz, bebop, hard bop
Occupation(s)	Musician, composer
Instruments	Trumpet
Years active	1949-1956
Associated acts	Max Roach, Harold Land,Lionel Hampton, Sonny Rollins