Reggae Thursdays: Patrick Andy

Patrick Andy (born c. 1960,

Clarendon Parish, Jamaica)

Patrick Andy is a Reggae Vocalist that is likened to Horace Andy. He had several hits dating from 1978 to the late 1980's. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Woman, woman, woman ft. Rankin Barnabus,  Every tongue shall tell,  Special arrangement and Tired fi lick weed ina bush

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

Background Information
Born	c. 1960 Clarendon Parish, Jamaica
Origin	Clarendon Parish, Jamaica
Genres	Reggae
Instruments	vocals

Delegation

Delegation

British Soul Music Group, Delegation, was a 22 year long group that is listed as  one hit wonders in the United States, but scored several hits worldwide. They went through personnel changes over the years and had varying levels of success. They disbanded in 1999; please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Put a little love on me, Where is the love (we used to know) and Oh honey

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delegation_(band)

Background Information
Origin	United Kingdom
Genres	Funk, soul, R&B
Years active	1975–1999
Labels	State Records, Epic
Past members	Ricky Bailey Len Coley Roddy Harris Ray Patterson Bruce Dunbar Kathy Bryant

Hip Hop Tuesdays: South Central Cartel

South Central Cartel

Gangsta Rap Pioneers, West Coast Collective, South Central Cartel, began their output in 1991 and added their well regarded input to the growing Gangsta Rap genre. They continue to work after releasing over a dozen Albums. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: U gotta deal with dis, Pops was a rolla, Ya getz clowned,  Servin' em heat, All day everyday S.C.G.Z. and Its an S.C.C. thang

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

Background Information
Origin	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres	West Coast Rap, Gangsta Rap, G-funk
Years active	1991–present
Labels	G.W.K., Pump, Quality, DJ West
Associated acts	Havoc & Prodeje, Young Murder Squad, Ice T, Spice 1, Ant Banks, Dresta
Members	Havoc & Prodeje Havoc (Havoc Da Mouthpiece) Prodeje (or Big Prodeje) Havikk the Rhime Son L.V. DJ Kaos DJ Gripp Young Prodeje (1993-present)

Tribute Mondays: Silas Hogan

Silas Hogan (September 15, 1911 – January 9, 1994)

Louisiana Blues Singer/Songwriter and Guitarist, Silas Hogan, along with his Band The Rhythm Raiders was a main player in the development of the Baton Rouge Blues sound. After the lost of interest in Swamp Blues and an abrupt end to his label contract, he returned to his job at the oil refinery. He died in 1994; thanks for your contribution Mr. Hogan, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a great Monday: I'm gonna quit you pretty baby, Airport blues and Lonesome La La

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

Background Information
Born	September 15, 1911 Westover, West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States
Died	January 9, 1994(aged 82) Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Genres	Swamp blues, Louisiana blues[1]
Occupation(s)	Singer, guitarist, songwriter
Instruments	Vocals, guitar
Labels	Excello, Arhoolie, Blue Horizon, Flyright

Tab Smith

Inhalmadge "Tab" Smith (Jan. 11, 1909 – Aug. 17, 1971)

Swing and Rhythm and Blues Alto Saxophonist, Tab Smith, was active from 1929 to the early 1960's, working with others such as Count Basie and Lucky Millinder. He scored R&B hits during the 1950's, but his career dwindled after United Records closed. He subsequently retired and sold Real Estate; he died in 1971. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: My Mother's eyes, Pretend and Because of you

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

Background information
Birth name	Talmadge Smith
Born	January 11, 1909 Kinston, North Carolina
Died	August 17, 1971 (aged 62) St. Louis, Missouri
Genres	Swing & rhythm and blues
Instruments	Alto saxophone
Years active	1929–early 1960s
Labels	United Records
Associated acts	Lucky Millinder Count Basie

Jazz Greats: Ed Thigpen

Edmund Leonard Thigpen (Dec. 28,1930 – Jan.13, 2010)

Jazz Drummer, Ed Thigpen, began his celebrated career in 1951, playing in many Orchestras (Oscar Peterson, Cootie Williams and others) and with solo Artist (Dinah Washington, Bud Powell and others). He spent is latter years in Copenhagen, Denmark working with American Jazz expats and local Artists and died their at aged 79 in 2010. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday: Stolen moments

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

Background information
Birth name	Edmund Leonard Thigpen
Born	December 28, 1930 Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Died	January 13, 2010(aged 79) Copenhagen, Denmark
Genres	Jazz
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Drums
Years active	1951–2010
Associated acts	Cootie Williams Oscar Peterson Billy Taylor Ella Fitzgerald

Eddie Mack

Mack Edmundson

Blues shouter, Eddie Mack, was active from the 1940's to the 1950's working as a solo Artist and in various Orchestras. Please take a listen here and enjoy your weekend:Shotgunboogie/Divorce me C.O.D, Keyhole blues, and Hoot and holler Saturday night

Source 1: https://www.discogs.com/artist/332331-Eddie-Mack

Source 2: www.freshsoundrecords.com/eddie-mack-albums/2166-the-complete-recordings-vol1-1947-1952.html

Background information
Name: Mack Edmundson Years active: late 1940's- early 1950's