Edmonia Henderson

Edmonia Henderson (c. 1898 or 1900 – February 17, 1947)

Blues Singer, Edmonia Henderson, worked throughout the 1920's in Vaudeville and recorded 14 songs in 2 years (1924 to 1926). She became an Evangelist in 1928 and continued on as a Reverend until her death in 1947. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Sunday: Nobody else will do and Brownskin man

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

Background information
Birth name	Jennie Katherine Edmonia Henderson[1]or Edmonia Kath Landen[2]
Also known as	Catherine Henderson[3] The Melodious Blues Singer[4]
Born	c. 1898 or 1900 Jefferson County,Kentucky, United States (possible)
Died	February 17, 1947 (age about 47–49) Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.
Genres	Classic female blues
Occupation(s)	Singer (contralto),[5]evangelist
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	1920s
Labels	Vocalion, Okeh,Paramount

Jazz Greats: Oliver Lake

Oliver Lake (born September 14, 1942)

Jazz Saxophonist, Flutist, Composer, Poet and Visual Artist, Oliver Lake, worked in the Multidisciplinary Arts collective, Black Artists Group, in the 1960's. And founded the World Saxophone Quartet in the 1970's. His works includes appearances on over 80 Albums as a Bandleader, Co-Leader and Side Musician. He remains active; please take a listen here and have a Splendid Saturday: NTU point from which creation begins (full Album)

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oliver_Lake

Background information
Born	September 14, 1942 (age 77) Marianna, Arkansas, U.S.
Genres	Jazz
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Saxophone
Years active	1971–present
Labels	Freedom, Passin' Thru, Black Saint,Arista Novus,Gramavision, Intakt, Justin Time
Associated acts	World Saxophone Quartet Trio 3

Lutricia McNeal

Lutricia McNeal (born November 27, 1973)

Soul and Pop Singer, Lutricia McNeal, scored a major hit in the mid-1990's. She continued on releasing a couple of Albums and singles into the 2000s. Her last release was in 2011; please take a listen here and have an enjoyable weekend: Someone loves you honey, When a child is born, Stranded, My side of town and Ain't that just the way

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

Background information
Born	November 27, 1973 (age 46)
Genres	Pop, soul, dance
Occupation(s)	Musician
Years active	1996–present
Labels	Arcarde Records (1996–2000) Bonnier Amigo / Polydor Records (2002–2004) Edel Records (2004–2005) Playground Music(2005–2006) Exzess Berlin (2007) tspmusic (2011–)

Reggae Thursdays: Jack Radics

Balfour Bailey (Dec. 31, 1947)

Band Leader, Singer/Songwriter, Arranger and Music Producer, Jack Radics, is regarded for his blending of Pop and Soul with Reggae. He has been active since the 1980's and gained success on various major labels. He has written hits for other Artists and continues to perform. Please take a listen here and Happy Reggae Thursday: Twist and shout (with Chaka Demus & Pliers), I'll be sweeter, Sexy thing, It's in her kiss and Moving away

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/228874-Jack-Radics

Background information
Name: Balfour Bailey  Born: Dec. 31, 1957 Origin: Kingston, Jamaica Labels: Mango, Island, Sony, Jive, EMI, RCA

Funk and Disco Groups: Kay Gees

Kay Gees

Funk and Disco Group, the Kay Gees, were the Protégés of Kool and the Gang. They had a tenure that lasted from 1974 to 1978, which featured material that did not fare well on the charts. They gained further recognition when their song was sampled in the 1990's on Dr. Dre's The Chronic Album. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: You've got to keep Bumpin and Who's the Man (with the master plan)

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

Background information
Genres	Jazz Funk Soul Disco
Years active	1974–1978
Labels	Gang Records, De-Lite
Associated acts	Kool & the Gang

Hip Hop Tuesdays: Debbie Dee

Debora C Hooper

Hip Hop Artist, Debbie Dee, began her run in the 1970's, in the era of performing live on Sound Systems. She was a part of DJ Patty Duke and The Jazzy 5 MCs. She then went on to a solo career in the 1980's an also appeared in the film Beat Street. She is regarded for being one of the Pioneering Old School Hip Hop female MCs. Please take a listen here and Happy Hip Hop Tuesday: Sound your funky horn and Hit the Rap Jack

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/162957-Debbie-D

Background information
Name: Deborah C. Hooper Origin: US Genre: Old School Hip Hop

Tribute Mondays: Walter Dickerson

Walter Roland Dickerson (April 16, 1928 – May 15, 2008)

Jazz Vibraphone Player, Walt Dickerson, was a part of the Post-Bop movement. He graduated from the Morgan State University in 1953 and led his own Band, after a tenure in the US Army. He released regarded Albums in the early 1960's and after a break, returned in the 1970's. He died in 2008; thanks for your contribution Mr. Dickerson, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Sense of direction and Infinite you

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

Background information
Birth name	Walter Roland Dickerson
Born	April 16, 1928 Philadelphia,Pennsylvania, United States
Died	May 15, 2008(aged 80)
Genres	Jazz
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Vibraphone
Labels	Prestige SteepleChase
Associated acts	Andrew Hill Andrew Cyrille Sun Ra