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George Semper
18,159 listeners
In the mid 1960s George Semper recorded and released the "Makin' Waves" album through Imperial Records, reissued on the UK b… read moreIn the mid 1960s George Semper recorded and released the "Makin' Waves" album through Imperial Records, reissued on the UK based Hubbub label. Semper's deal with Imperial went bad so in 1966 he became a partner in the… read moreIn the mid 1960s George Semper recorded and released the "Makin' Waves" album through Imperial Records, reissued on the UK based Hubbub label. Semper's deal with Imperial went bad so in 1966 he became a partner in the Jazzville nightclub in San Diego. He was responsible for br… read more -
The Blackbyrds
261,906 listeners
The Blackbyrds was a rhythm and blues and jazz-funk fusion group, formed in Washington, D.C. in 1973. The group was led by trumpeter Donald… read moreThe Blackbyrds was a rhythm and blues and jazz-funk fusion group, formed in Washington, D.C. in 1973. The group was led by trumpeter Donald Byrd and featured some of his Howard University students: Kevin Toney (keyboards), Keith Killgo (… read moreThe Blackbyrds was a rhythm and blues and jazz-funk fusion group, formed in Washington, D.C. in 1973. The group was led by trumpeter Donald Byrd and featured some of his Howard University students: Kevin Toney (keyboards), Keith Killgo (vocals, drums), Joe Hall (bass guitar), Allan Barnes (saxoph… read more -
Alan Tew
64,396 listeners
Alan Tew is a British composer and arranger. He got his start as the pianist/arranger for the Len Turner Band based in London, in the 1950s… read moreAlan Tew is a British composer and arranger. He got his start as the pianist/arranger for the Len Turner Band based in London, in the 1950s. He is known as composer of a library music, including the theme songs for British TV programmes,… read moreAlan Tew is a British composer and arranger. He got his start as the pianist/arranger for the Len Turner Band based in London, in the 1950s. He is known as composer of a library music, including the theme songs for British TV programmes, Doctor in the House called Bond Street Parade, theme from M… read more -
Donald Byrd
413,791 listeners
Donaldson Toussaint L'Ouverture Byrd II (born December 9, 1932 – February 4, 2013) was an American jazz, rhythm and blues trumpeter. … read moreDonaldson Toussaint L'Ouverture Byrd II (born December 9, 1932 – February 4, 2013) was an American jazz, rhythm and blues trumpeter. Born in Detroit, Michigan. He performed with Lionel Hampton before finishing high school. After p… read moreDonaldson Toussaint L'Ouverture Byrd II (born December 9, 1932 – February 4, 2013) was an American jazz, rhythm and blues trumpeter. Born in Detroit, Michigan. He performed with Lionel Hampton before finishing high school. After playing in a military band during a term in the United States… read more -
Gene Harris & The Three Sounds
47,181 listeners
Gene Harris (September 1, 1933, Benton Harbor, Michigan – January 16, 2000) was an American jazz pianist known for his warm sound and blues… read moreGene Harris (September 1, 1933, Benton Harbor, Michigan – January 16, 2000) was an American jazz pianist known for his warm sound and blues and gospel infused style. From 1956 to 1970, he played in The Three Sounds trio with bassist Andy… read moreGene Harris (September 1, 1933, Benton Harbor, Michigan – January 16, 2000) was an American jazz pianist known for his warm sound and blues and gospel infused style. From 1956 to 1970, he played in The Three Sounds trio with bassist Andy Simpkins and drummer Bill Dowdy. View wiki -
Milton Wright
42,490 listeners
Milton Wright is now a judge in the Boston Municipal Court. He also is known as the singing judge as he still performs throughout the count… read moreMilton Wright is now a judge in the Boston Municipal Court. He also is known as the singing judge as he still performs throughout the country and has done everything from Rhythm and blues , gospel to opera. He has written a musical based… read moreMilton Wright is now a judge in the Boston Municipal Court. He also is known as the singing judge as he still performs throughout the country and has done everything from Rhythm and blues , gospel to opera. He has written a musical based on the Biblical book of Job. He narrates and sings in Black… read more -
Bobbi Humphrey
171,134 listeners
Barbara Ann ("Bobbi") Humphrey (born April 25, 1950) is an American jazz flautist and singer who plays fusion, jazz-funk and soul… read moreBarbara Ann ("Bobbi") Humphrey (born April 25, 1950) is an American jazz flautist and singer who plays fusion, jazz-funk and soul-jazz styles. Bobbi Humphrey has performed for audiences around the world. She was born in Marlin,… read moreBarbara Ann ("Bobbi") Humphrey (born April 25, 1950) is an American jazz flautist and singer who plays fusion, jazz-funk and soul-jazz styles. Bobbi Humphrey has performed for audiences around the world. She was born in Marlin, Texas, and raised in Dallas. Her flute training included cl… read more -
Weldon Irvine
128,171 listeners
Keyboardist Weldon Irvine looms large in the pantheon of jazz-funk, profoundly influencing the subsequent generations of hip-hop artists for whom he served as collaborator and mentor. Born in Hampton, VA, on October 27, 1943, Irvine was raised by his grandparents in the wake of his parents' … read more -
Jimmy McGriff
142,762 listeners
One of the all-time giants of the Hammond B-3, Jimmy McGriff (April 3, 1936 – May 24, 2008) sometimes gets lost amid all the great so… read moreOne of the all-time giants of the Hammond B-3, Jimmy McGriff (April 3, 1936 – May 24, 2008) sometimes gets lost amid all the great soul-jazz organists from his hometown of Philadelphia. He was almost certainly the bluesiest of the … read moreOne of the all-time giants of the Hammond B-3, Jimmy McGriff (April 3, 1936 – May 24, 2008) sometimes gets lost amid all the great soul-jazz organists from his hometown of Philadelphia. He was almost certainly the bluesiest of the major soul-jazz pioneers, and indeed, he often insisted that… read more -
Azymuth
305,493 listeners
Brazilian electrified trio Azymuth called their music samba doido, which means "crazy samba." The actual sounds, though, were not… read moreBrazilian electrified trio Azymuth called their music samba doido, which means "crazy samba." The actual sounds, though, were not so crazy: the intelligent, high-voltage blend of Brazilian rhythms, jazz, and funk with occasiona… read moreBrazilian electrified trio Azymuth called their music samba doido, which means "crazy samba." The actual sounds, though, were not so crazy: the intelligent, high-voltage blend of Brazilian rhythms, jazz, and funk with occasional acoustic episodes gained a sizable following in the 1980s.… read more