Jazz Greats: Charles Moffett

Charles Moffett (September 6, 1929 – February 14, 1997)

Free Jazz Drummer, Charles Moffett, started his career at aged 13 years old as a Trumpeter and then switched to Drums. He also had a stint in the US Navy and as a Boxer. He released Albums, worked as a Sideman and taught at several Schools. He died in 1997; please take a listen here and have a wonderful Saturday: Ahmed Abdullah and the Solomonic Quintet and Peace on my mind

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

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Born	September 6, 1929
Died	February 14, 1997 (aged 67)
Genres	Jazz
Occupation(s)	Musician, educator
Instruments	Drum kit
Associated acts	Ornette Coleman

David Murray

David Murray (born February 19, 1955)

Jazz Musician (Tenor Saxophone and Bass Clarinet), David Murray, is a prolific Recorder, that has being active since the mid -1970's. He is regarded for his long phrases and his many efforts as a Bandleader, Sideman and solo Musician. He remains active; please take a listen here and have an enjoyable weekend: Flowers for Albert and Coney Island

Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Murray_(saxophonist)

Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/259154-David-Murray

Background information
Born	February 19, 1955 (age 63)
Origin	Oakland, California, United States
Genres	Free jazz Avant-garde jazzPost bop
Instruments	Bass clarinet Tenor saxophone
Years active	1970s–present
Associated acts	World Saxophone Quartet

Dancehall / Reggae Thursdays: Dirtsman

Patrick Thompson (1966 – 21 December 1993)

Jamaican Dancehall Deejay, Dirtsman, was the brother of Deejay Papa San. His career began in the 1980's, and he scored a few hits into the early 1990's. But after being signed to BMG Records, he was killed in 1993 at aged 27 years old. Please take a listen here and Happy Dancehall / Reggae Thursdays: Thank you and Hot this year

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

Background information
Birth name	Patrick Thompson
Born	1966
Origin	Spanish Town,Jamaica
Died	21 December 1993 (aged 27)
Genres	Dancehall

Acapella Groups: Sweet Honey in The Rock

Sweet Honey in the Rock

All Woman, African American a cappella Ensemble, Sweet Honey in the Rock, was founded in 1973 and continues to perform with varying members. They are revered for their songs with topics about Motherhood, freedom and Civil Rights. Please take a listen here and have an exciting Wednesday: We all... Every One of Us and Grey Goose

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

Background information
Origin	Washington, D.C.
Genres	Gospel, blues, spoken word
Years active	1973–present
Labels	Flying Fish, Rounder Records,Sony Records, Redwood, Music for Little People, Earth Beat!,Rykodisc, Appleseed, Freedomsong Productions (Australia only), SHE ROCKS!
Associated acts	Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Website	Official site
Members	Nitanju Bolade Casel Aisha Kahlil Louise Robinson Carol Lynn Maillard
Past members	See list below

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Sylk-E. Fyne

La'Mar Lorraine Johnson (born July 12, 1977)

South Central LA Rapper, Sylk-E. Fyne, was affiliated with Easy E's Ruthless Records during the early 1990's. She released her debut in 1998, after gaining her College Degree, and scoring a Top-Ten hit single. She had follow up releases, but none fared as well as her Debut. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Your style ft. Snoop Dogg and Bizzy Bone and Romeo and Juliet ft. Chill

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sylk-E._Fyne

Background information
Birth name	La'Mar Lorraine Johnson
Also known as	D. Johnson Lamar Johnson Sylk E Fine
Born	July 12, 1977 (age 40)
Origin	Los Angeles, California
Genres	R&B, Hip hop
Years active	1995 – Present
Labels	RCA Records Rufftown
Associated acts	Eazy-E Bone Thugs-n-Harmony 2Pac Snoop Dogg Tha Eastsidaz Too $hort Jayo Felony Suga Free B.G. Knocc Out Dresta Bad Azz

Tribute Mondays: Bennie Green

Bennie Green (April 16, 1923 – March 23, 1977)

Jazz Trombonist, Bennie Green, had a tenure that ran between the 1950's and the 1960's. He was a Bandleader and was also featured in a few Orchestras. He is remembered for his playing of Swing music and Soul styles on his Trombone during an era overshadowed by other styles. He died in 1977; thanks for your contribution Mr. Green, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: I love you, Back on the Scene (full Album) and Trombone by Three (full Album)

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

Background information
Born	April 16, 1923 Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Died	March 23, 1977(aged 53) San Diego, California
Genres	Jazz
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Trombone
Years active	1950s–1960s
Labels	Prestige, Decca,Blue Note, Vee-Jay,Time, Bethlehem,Jazzland
Associated acts	Charlie Ventura,Earl Hines

Hamiet Bluiett

Hamiet Bluiett (BLUE-et ; September 16, 1940 – October 4, 2018)

Jazz Saxophonist, Clarinetist, Flute Player and Composer, Hamiet Bluiett, was regarded as one of the  finest players of the Baritone Saxophone. He Co-founded the World Saxophone Quartet and along with his own efforts, also worked as a Sideman to many (Charles Mingus, Babatunde Olatunge, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and others). He died October 04, 2018; please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Endangered Species, Rain shout and A night in Tunisia

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

Background information
Born	September 16, 1940 Brooklyn, Illinois, U.S.
Died	October 4, 2018 (aged 78) St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.
Genres	Jazz
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Saxophone
Years active	1961–2018
Labels	India Navigation, Musica,Black Saint, Mapleshade,Knitting Factory, Moers, Justin Time
Associated acts	World Saxophone Quartet, D.D. Jackson, Kahil El'Zabar