Jazz Greats: Addison Farmer

Addison Farmer (August 21, 1928 – February 20, 1963)

Twin Brother of Art Farmer and Jazz Bassist, Addison Farmer, was active in the 1950's and 1960's Jazz scene working in various Orchestras and sideman to Jay McShann, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis and others.  He died suddenly while sleeping in 1963 at aged 34 years old. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday:  Moonglow and Stompin' at the Savoy

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

Background information
Name: Addison Farmer Origin: Council Bluffs, Iowa, US Label: Prestige, Atlantic, United Artist

Little Bob

Camille Bob (November 7, 1937 – July 6, 2015)

Rhythm and Blues Singer and Musician, Little Bob, was leader of the dance band, Lil Bob and the Lollipops, that were popular in clubs during the 1960's. His records remain popular on the Northern Soul scene. Please take a listen here and have an enjoyable weekend: Brother Brown, My hearts on fire, Nobody but you and I got loaded

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

Background Information
Also known as	Lil' Bob, Little Bob
Born	November 7, 1937 Arnaudville, Louisiana, U.S.
Died	July 6, 2015 (aged 77) Opelousas, Louisiana, U.S.
Genres	Rhythm and blues
Occupation(s)	Singer, drummer, bandleader
Years active	1950s-2000s
Labels	Goldband, Jin, La Louisianne
Associated acts	Lil' Bob and the Lollipops

Reggae/Dancehall Thursdays: King Everald

Ludlow Everald Linton

King Everald worked with King Jammy and King Tubby during the 1980's releasing a considerable amount of singles. Information about his life is limited; please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Automatic, Don't sleep in the subway, A nuh me officer, After all, Special singer and It's true

Source: 

https://www.discogs.com/artist/174148-King-Everald

Background information
Name: Ludlow Everald Linton Origin: Jamaica Genre: Reggae, Dancehall Label: King Jammys, Starlight Records

Boyz II Men

Boyz II Men

Boyz II Men began as a quintet in the 1980's, but found success as a quartet during the 1990's with record setting hits and commercially successful Albums. They are regarded for regenerating interest in R&B during the early 1990's. The Group remains active as a trio. Please take a listen here and have a good Wednesday: I'll make love to you, Its so hard to say goodbye to yesterday, Water runs dry, One sweet day (with Mariah Carey), Motownphilly, on bended knees and End of the road

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

Background information
Origin	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Genres	R&B   soul   new jack swing
Years active	1985–present
Labels	Motown   Universal   Arista MSM   Decca
Associated acts	L.A. Reid   Babyface   Mariah Carey   Tim & Bob   Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis Sean Combs   Dallas Austin   Brandy   Uncle Sam   New Edition   112   Brian McKnight   Vivian Green
Members	Nathan Morris Shawn Stockman Wanya Morris
Past members	Marc Nelson Michael McCary

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Smif-N-Wessun (a.k.a. Cocoa Brovaz )

Smif-N-Wessun (a.k.a. Cocoa Brovaz )

Hip Hop Duo, Smif-N-Wessun, has been on the brink of superstardom since the release of their debut Album. Illegal samples and other litigation has kept them in the Classic Underground Artist category. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Sound boy buriel, Wrekonize and Bucktown

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smif-N-Wessun

Background information
Also known as	Cocoa Brovaz, Tek-N-Steele, Mr. Rippa, Mr. Vicksta
Origin	Brooklyn, New York, United States
Genres	Hip hop
Years active	1993–present
Labels	Duck Down
Associated acts	Boot Camp Clik, Black Moon, Heltah Skeltah,O.G.C., Tupac Shakur, Pete Rock, Ken Ring, Sido, Mary J. Blige
Members	Tek Steele

Tribute Mondays: Willie Mabon

Willie James Mabon (October 24, 1925 – April 19, 1985)

R&B Singer/Songwriter and Pianist, Willie Mabon was a hit maker for Chess Records during the start of the Rock and Roll era. Failure of his 1960's recordings led to his decline in music. He moved to Paris in the 1970's to tour and record and died there in 1985. His songs has been covered by many (Sting, Rod Stewart, Freddie King and others). Thanks for your contribution Mr. Mabon, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Seventh son, Just got some, Poison ivy, I'm mad and I don't know

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

Background information
Birth name	Willie James Mabon
Born	October 24, 1925 Hollywood, Tennessee, United States
Died	April 19, 1985 (aged 59) Paris, France
Genres	Rhythm and blues
Occupation(s)	Singer, songwriter
Instruments	Vocals, piano
Years active	1949–1984
Labels	Apollo, Aristocrat, Parrot,Chess, Federal, Mad, Formal,USA, Storyville, Blues on Blues, Black & Blue, America,Ornament, L+R