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His warm voice and distinctive guitar playing propelled the first incarnation of Fleetwood Mac to stardom in. John Roger Stephens (born December 28, 1978), known professionally as John Legend, is an American singer, songwriter, pianist, record producer, and actor. Charley Patton, American blues singer-guitarist who was among the earliest and most influential Mississippi blues performers. His work focused on themes of American socialism and anti-fascism. Children's music. He was one of the main figures of the outlaw country subgenre that developed in the late 1960s as a reaction to the conservative restrictions of the Nashville sound. Described as the "Architect of Rock and Roll", Richard's most celebrated work dates from the mid-1950s, when his charismatic. Georg Philipp Telemann, (born March 14, 1681, Magdeburg, Brandenburg [Germany]—died June 25, 1767, Hamburg), German composer of the late Baroque period, who wrote both sacred and secular music but was most admired for his church compositions, which ranged from small cantatas to large-scale works for soloists, chorus,. Tejano music is traditionally played by small groups featuring accordion and guitar or. A singer-songwriter is a musician who writes, composes, and performs their own musical material, including lyrics and melodies. "This is my life. Lang grew up in the village of Consort, Alberta, Canada. A lesser-known figure compared to many of the luminaries he has considered friends and mentors, Bobby Rush is one of the last remaining Black blues musicians who experienced the horror of Jim. S. Pop music is a genre of popular music that originated in its modern form during the mid-1950s in the United States and the United Kingdom. Bessie and her brother Andrew made money for the family working as street performers. AllMusic noted that "The grace, poise, and confidence she projects on-stage is part of a long tradition for women blues singers". He also wrote "Steamy Windows" and "Undercover Agent for the Blues",. Her father was a Baptist minister. The music journalist Scott Yanow noted that her earliest recordings were her strongest: "by the time she recorded 'Don't You Leave Me Here' in 1927, much of the power was gone". 1. Musical artist. Smith's meeting with "The Mother of the Blues" early in her career changed their lives – and music – forever. Having already begun composing instrumental pieces on piano, Amos won a full scholarship to the Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University at the age of five, the youngest person. ’. Street Life. [3] Raised in Avalon, Mississippi, Hurt taught himself to play the guitar around the age of nine. Musical artist. Birth date: September 16, 1925. Cash (born J. Big Bill Broonzy, (born June 26, 1893, Scott, Mississippi, U. Early life and education. The critical success of his album Shotgun Willie (1973), combined with the critical and. Briannah Donolo, known professionally as Rêve, is a Canadian singer and songwriter, signed with 31 East / Universal Music Canada. Her father was a Baptist minister. Born May 18, 1975, Jack Johnson grew up on the north shore of the island of Oahu in Hawaii. Big Mama Thornton, (born Dec. Maroon 5 is an American pop rock band from Los Angeles, California. $22. [1] Traditional Zambian music once had clear ritual purposes or was an expression of the social fabric of the culture. With his father's support, he began taking saxophone lessons in early middle school as a. While. Paddie Bell (1931–2005), Scottish folk singer and musician. They come from different eras and include styles such as ragtime-vaudeville, Delta and country blues, and urban styles from Chicago and the West Coast. One of the most recognizable voices in rock in the 1990s, she was known for her lilting mezzo-soprano voice, signature yodel,. He began his musical career working behind the scenes for other artists, playing piano on Lauryn Hill's "Everything Is Everything", and making uncredited guest appearances on Jay-Z's "Encore" and Alicia Keys's "You Don't Know My Name". An in-house songwriter for music powerhouses like Dunhill Records and Screen Gems, Sloan (along with songwriting partner Steve Barri) churned out some of the most memorable and canonical ’60s tunes, many of which are still enjoying. His high voice, shouting style, and advanced guitar technique, as well as his lyrics and themes, became staples of the blues. Franz Schubert, Austrian composer who bridged the worlds of Classical and Romantic music, noted for the melody and harmony in his songs (lieder) and chamber music. Music is also a form of entertainment that puts sounds together in a way that people. The Blues Foundation named Magness the B. Maroon 5 is an American pop rock band from Los Angeles, California. His stage name was derived from inputting his birth name into a rap. Belle & Sebastian, band. —died May 26, 1933, New York, New York), American singer, songwriter, and guitarist, one of the principal figures in the emergence of the country and western style of popular music. Mississippi John Hurt, (born July 3, 1893, Teoc, Mississippi, U. Her musical. F. Blues Interaction, Inc. Ado (pronounced /ado/ as in the kyōgen term rather than the English term, born October 24, 2002) is a Japanese singer. He grew up in Kenner, Louisiana. Broonzy maintained that he was born in 1893 in Scott, Mississippi, but some sources suggest that he was born in 1903 near Lake Dick, Arkansas. Musician. Redbone is an American rock band formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1969 by brothers Pat and Lolly Vegas. He was the lead singer and lyricist of the rock band Led Zeppelin from its founding in 1968 until their breakup in 1980; since then he has had a successful solo career, sometimes collaborating with other artists such as Alison Krauss. Batiste is a member of a New Orleans musical dynasty, the Batiste family, that includes Lionel. P. Adam Noah Levine (/ l ə ˈ v iː n / lə-VEEN; born March 18, 1979) is an American musician who serves as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and sole continuous member of the pop rock band Maroon 5. 22, 2021 Updated Jan. As a child, King grew up on the music of such legendary. She has sold over 70 million records worldwide and is one of the best-selling female artists in history. Years active. Mainly known for singing melancholic sentimental ballads, Hardy rose to prominence in the early 1960s as a leading figure of the yé-yé wave. It is based on the 1949 memoir of Maria von Trapp, The Story of the Trapp Family Singers. S. Check the full bio for relationship details. Documentary, Music (12h 53m) The foundation connected him to Bruce Watson at blues stronghold Fat Possum Records, who produced Finley's first modern release, "Age Don't Mean A Thing," and in turn introduced him to Auerbach. There's simply no sound in the blues as easily digestible, accessible, instantly recognizable, and as easy to play and sing as the music of Jimmy Reed. m. Adele Laurie Blue Adkins MBE (/ ə ˈ d ɛ l /; born 5 May 1988), known mononymously as Adele, is an English singer-songwriter. Biography 1942–1957: Early life. ), American singer and songwriter who performed in the tradition of classic blues singers such as Bessie Smith and Memphis Minnie. Children's music. Cool & Cocky. His high, sweet voice and his taste in stage costume might have made him a Soul superstar, but his. [2] [3] Malone has gained distinction and acclaim for his blending of various genres including hip hop, pop, R&B, and trap. Blind Willie Johnson (January 25, 1897 – September 18, 1945) was an American gospel blues singer, guitarist and evangelist. All members during their commercial peak and success were of Mexican American and Native American heritage, which was heavily reflected in their songs, stage costumes, and album art. [citation needed]Singer-songwriter, pianist. k. King Entertainer of the Year in 2009, becoming only the second woman, after Koko Taylor, to be so honored. He inspired several generations both politically and musically with songs such as "This Land Is Your. —died June 25, 2009, Los Angeles, California) American singer, songwriter, and dancer who was the most popular entertainer in the world in the early and mid-1980s. Signature. Born in Detroit, Michigan, she moved to Houston, Texas, with her family when she was ten years old. Birth State: Mississippi. Joplin released four albums as the front woman for several bands from 1967 to a posthumous release in 1971. Bands are listed by the first letter in their name (not including the words "a", "an", or "the"), and individuals are listed by last name. Sloan, was an American singer and songwriter. Griff was named the Rising Star at the 2021 Brit. 1. [1] The group have been active, both recording and touring, to the present, releasing eight studio albums, compilations, and one live album, most recent being 2014's acclaimed 'The Soul Of The. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (/ tʃ aɪ ˈ k ɒ f s k i / chy-KOF-skee; 7 May 1840 – 6 November 1893) was a Russian composer of the Romantic period. An experienced detective, P. Patti Smith is a singer, writer and artist who became a highly influential figure in the New York City punk rock scene. New soul music from F. King, Pinetop Perkins. V first aspired to be a professional singer in elementary school. 224 pages, 70 b&w photos, 6 x 8, November 2015. She recorded a total of 35 songs. Legendary blues singer B. He reached No. Her self-titled debut studio album, released later that year, was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of. Gabriella Sarmiento Wilson (born June 27, 1997), known professionally as H. In 1967, Joplin rose to prominence following an appearance at Monterey Pop Festival, where she. Scary Music. B. Floyd Jones (July 21, 1917 – December 19, 1989) was an African-American blues singer, guitarist and songwriter. Bessie and her brother Andrew made money for the family working as street performers. 1633, London, England), British composer and lutenist, who wrote music for a number of plays, including several by William Shakespeare, and was considered one of England’s leading lutenists. Lou Ann Barton (born February 17, 1954) is an American blues singer based in Austin, Texas since the 1970s. Jalacy J. Since February 2023, the band. The 1967–1969 era Blue Horizon albums (Fleetwood Mac, Mr. 1969) PJ Harvey is an English singer-songwriter who rose to fame in the 1990s, gaining adulation from the alternative music press for her caustic. In 2020, at the age of 17, she made her debut with the digital single titled "Usseewa", which peaked at number 1 on Billboard Japan Hot 100, Oricon Digital Singles Chart, and the Oricon Streaming Chart. Their current line-up comprises Angus, bassist Cliff Williams, drummer Phil Rudd, lead vocalist Brian Johnson and rhythm guitarist Stevie Young (nephew of Angus and Malcolm). The song peaked at number 45 on the Billboard Hot 100, received sextuple platinum certification by the RIAA,. Ray Charles. (pronounced "her", also an acronym for "Having Everything Revealed"), is an American R&B singer and songwriter. J. Sinatra is among the world's best-selling music artists with an estimated 150. The group gained popularity on social media with their debut single "Cardboard Box". She rose to fame in 2007 after winning the sixth season of American Idol at age 17, becoming the youngest winner in the series' history. CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Billie Holiday, Chuck Berry, James Brown, Louis Armstrong, Led Belly, B. The song has become part of the Robert Johnson mythology as referring to the place where he supposedly sold his soul to the Devil in. Musician and artist James Johnston founded the London-based alternative rock band Gallon Drunk in 1990 as frontman and main songwriter. James William Buffett (December 25, 1946 – September 1, 2023) was an American musician and singer-songwriter. B. Christone Ingram, the 22-year-old blues guitarist and singer, was in grade school in Clarksdale, Miss. He rose to prominence following his guest feature alongside Shy Glizzy on GoldLink's 2016 single "Crew". P. 9 in C Major (The Great; 1828) and Symphony in B Minor (Unfinished; 1822). P. Birth Year: 1983. Her parents, Thomas and Ella (Allen) Pridgett, were minstrel performers. ” Long Version More or less what we ended up with above, but I might give the second, third and fourth paragraphs each a heading, just to make it a bit easier to. , when he first heard Rush’s music coming through the windows of his neighbor’s house. His father was an avant-garde composer in the experimental 12-tone method and an A&R executive for Motown Records while his mother majored in music and voice. Johnson eventually met famed producer and songwriter Buddy Cannon, who was floored by his music, and music publisher Gary Overton signed Johnson to a publishing deal with EMI Music. She was billed, alternately, as "The Texas Moaner" and "The Texas Nightingale". ’. He worked as a sharecropper and began playing at dances. The name is derived from the given names of two blues musicians whose Piedmont blues records Barrett had in his collection, Pink Anderson and Floyd Council. He is the lead vocalist and primary lyricist of the rock band U2. on Apple Music. He was one of the most popular blues singers of the 1920s and has been called the "Father of the Texas Blues". That should just about. Biography. B. E. J. Musical artist. Fahey was also a perfectionist who rerecorded some of his albums, including the great Death Chants, Breakdowns and Military Waltzes, originally released in 1964 and then again in an "improved. King began. They reached the Top 5 on the US Billboard Hot 100. 6,053 likes · 34 talking about this. On such early records as “Boogie Chillen,” “Crawling King Snake,” and “Weeping Willow (Boogie)”. In 1980, she won the first of an incredible string of W. Island Inspirational. Gertrude "Ma" Rainey (née Pridgett; April 26, 1886 – December 22, 1939) was an American blues singer and influential early blues recording artist. Jamesetta Hawkins (January 25, 1938 – January 20, 2012), known professionally as Etta James, was an American singer who performed in various genres, including gospel, blues, jazz, R&B, rock and roll, and soul. Jill Heather Scott (born April 4, 1972) is an American singer, songwriter, model, poet, and actress. P. StubHub. Biography, Drama, Music (1h 37m) 6. Actor: The Blues Brothers. Rock and pop music remained roughly synonymous until the late 1960s, after which pop became. Her recordings include two songs, "The Mississippi Blues" and "Lonesome Refugee", about the Great Mississippi Flood of 1927. (One of the Most Significant Cultural Figures of the 20th Century Popularly Known as the 'King of Pop') 561. With global sales of over 75 million records, Franklin is one of the world's best-selling music artists. He is an American by his nationality. May 15, 2015. Best Known For: Lead Belly was a folk-blues singer, songwriter and guitarist whose ability to perform a vast repertoire of songs and notoriously violent life made him a legend. By Rob Hughes. Billed as "Ma" and "Pa" Rainey the couple toured Southern tent shows and cabarets. They topped the BBC's Sound of. [6] He has had long tours of Europe and the United States, such as the "Unique and Intimate Tour" in 2009/10 which included a set at the Bayfront Festival in. Formed by SM, f (x) officially debuted in September 2009 with the release of the digital single "La Cha Ta". Incidental music or music for stage and screen: music written for the score of a film, play, musicals, or other spheres, such as filmi, video game music, music hall songs and showtunes and others. Formed by members of previously successful bands, they are widely considered the first. Tesfaye’s mother and grandmother immigrated in the 1980s to. The critical success of his album Shotgun Willie (1973), combined with the critical and. Also Known As: Edith Giovanna Gassion. In 1951. Bessie Smith, American singer, one of the greatest blues vocalists. Jalacy J. In the United States, the category is built on the folk - acoustic tradition with a guitar, [1] although this role has transmuted through different eras of popular music. The band also has sold over 120 million records worldwide, making them one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Birth City: Chattanooga. Joplin was born at St. Her music spanned a broad range of styles, including classical, jazz, folk, R&B, gospel, and pop. 1, went platinum and the follow-ups Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. Mississippi John Hurt, (born July 3, 1893, Teoc, Mississippi, U. Venson has released four studio albums, The Light In Me (2014), Joy (2019), Vintage Machine (2020) and Love Transcends (2021). Cash; February 26, 1932 – September 12, 2003) was an American country singer-songwriter. Dolores Mary Eileen O'Riordan (/ oʊ ˈ r ɪər d ən / oh-REER-dən; 6 September 1971 – 15 January 2018) was an Irish singer, musician and songwriter. James Brown. J. A portrait of Peter Green, guitarist and co-founder of rock band Fleetwood Mac, c. She joined the National Youth Music Theatre and appeared in their production of The Late Sleepers in 2002. Bessie Smith poses for a portrait circa 1925. Barbara Lynn (born Barbara Lynn Ozen, later Barbara Lynn Cumby, January 16, 1942) is an American rhythm and blues and electric blues guitarist, singer and songwriter. B. 34. He spent most of his career playing blues and ragtime-based popular songs for dancers at rural parties and barrelhouses. . He is regarded as one of the most iconic and influential singers in history, and. The Staple Singers’ transition to soul. Berlin Blondes. Nicknamed "Sassy" and "The Divine One", she won two Grammy Awards, including. com. 10. 236. 5 on the U. , when he first heard Rush’s music coming through the windows of his neighbor’s house. The discography of British-American band Fleetwood Mac consists of 18 studio albums, 10 live albums, 23 compilation albums, one extended play and 62 singles. In any case,. Anger/Hostility. Street Life. In 2012 and 2016, she was named in Time magazine's list of most influential people in the world. He has maintained worldwide renown as a leading musician of his era, one whose "poetic genius was based on a professional technique that was without. Labels. Blue is a 6-3, 205-pound Outside. Starting out at a major label, Bilal debuted with his popular R&B single "Soul Sista" in 2000, but turned to playing jazz venues and recording. His best-known recording is ‘Pony Blues. —died July 10, 1987, New York), American record producer, promoter, talent scout, and music critic who discovered and promoted several major figures of popular music, from Count Basie and Billie Holiday in the 1930s to Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen during the rock era. Scott Harrison/Getty. Words: Mark Blake, Alice Clark,. Frankie Laine (born Francesco Paolo LoVecchio; March 30, 1913 – February 6, 2007) was an American singer and songwriter whose career spanned nearly 75 years, from his first concerts in 1930 with a marathon dance company to his final performance of "That's My Desire" in 2005. —died May 26, 1933, New York, New York), American singer, songwriter, and guitarist, one of the principal figures in the emergence of the country and western style of popular music. P. Born and raised in London, England, Jessica Cornish was cast in Andrew Lloyd Webber's production of Whistle Down the Wind at age 11. She is married to comedian and writer A. Jackie Venson is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist from Austin, Texas. Johnny Mathis, (born September 30, 1935, Gilmer, Texas, U. PJ Harvey (born Polly Jean Harvey, 9. Biography. K-pop ( Korean : 케이팝; RR : keipap ), short for Korean popular music, [1] is a form of popular music originating in South Korea as part of South Korean culture. She is known for her influence on modern pop music and her camp style, being dubbed the "Queen of Camp" by Vogue and Rolling Stone. Freddie Mercury (born Farrokh Bulsara; 5 September 1946 – 24 November 1991) was a British singer and songwriter who achieved worldwide fame as the lead vocalist and pianist of the rock band Queen. on Apple Music. (April 2, 1939 – April 1, 1984), who also spelled his surname as Gaye, was an American singer and songwriter. P. His family was Jewish and his grandparents were Russian Jews who had fled. Although noted for their baroque and classical influence, Procol Harum's music is described as psychedelic. James was reared by foster parents until her mother (who was 14 when James was born) took her 12-year-old daughter to San Francisco. His landmark recordings completed between 1927 and 1930—thirty songs in total—display a combination of powerful "chest voice" singing, slide guitar skills, and originality that has influenced generations of musicians. In 2018, Lynn received a National Heritage Fellowship. Originally performing and recording in her teens, over the years Gillespie has been involved in the recording of over 70 albums, and appeared in stage productions, such as Jesus Christ Superstar, and several films. Vocalist Floyd Taylor is the son of legendary singer Johnnie Taylor and the heir apparent to his entertainment legacy. His landmark recordings in 1936 and 1937 display a combination of singing, guitar skills, and songwriting talent that has influenced later generations of musicians. Listen to music by F. They reached the Top 5 on the US Billboard Hot 100. S. Birth Year: 1925. His playing combines a number of blues styles, primarily Delta blues. His R&B hits in the late 1940s and early ’50s included “Dallas Blues,” “Sad Journey Blues,” “Telephone Blues,” and “Call. She has received four Grammy Award nominations and, as of 2021, has sold over 30 million albums worldwide. P. B. Watch Now. She dazzled listeners with her raw blues-soaked voice and her fierce and uninhibited musical style. Andrea Bocelli is one of the most famous male opera singers alive today and one of the most recognized blind singers globally. Peter Green died in his sleep July 25, at the age of 73. King was a principal figure in the development of blues. Jill Heather Scott (born April 4, 1972) is an American singer, songwriter, model, poet, and actress. Born and raised. P. PJ (singer) Paris Alexandria Jones is a singer and songwriter from Greensboro, North Carolina. Columbia, Brunswick, Victor. The Weeknd (born February 16, 1990, Toronto, Ontario, Canada) Canadian rhythm-and-blues singer and songwriter who was perhaps best known for his explicit songs about sex and drugs, many of which were autobiographical, and for his soaring falsetto and its singular tremolo. It deemphasizes melody and chord progressions and focuses on a strong rhythmic. Birth Year: 1894. ’. Flo (stylised in uppercase) is a British girl group from London, consisting of members Jorja Douglas, Stella Quaresma, and Renée Downer. Her self-titled debut studio album, released later that year, was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of. B. A rock and roll pioneer and a forefather of the Chicano rock movement, Valens died in a plane crash just eight months into his music career. Bonnie Raitt, American singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose wide musical range encompassed blues, folk, rhythm and blues, pop, and country rock. Justin Hayward. What we do know is that court records show that parents paid anywhere from $15,000 to $75,000 for fraudulent test results, and Singer raked in $25 million from the student-athlete bribery. Parents: Louis Alphonse Gassion and Annetta Giovanna Maillard. 31 East, Universal Music Canada. He helped to shape the sound of Motown in the 1960s, first as an in-house session player and later as a solo artist with a string of successes, earning him the nicknames "Prince of Motown" and "Prince of Soul". 8 on IMDb — 88% on RT. King (1925 -2015) But So Is a Blues Singer Who’s Used the Name for 20 Years. James Joseph Brown (May 3, 1933 - December 25, 2006) was an American singer, dancer, musician, record producer, and bandleader. His landmark recordings completed between 1927 and 1930—thirty songs in total—display a combination of powerful "chest voice" singing, slide guitar skills, and originality that has influenced generations of musicians. In addition to four studio albums, Venson has also released 4 live albums, Live at Strange. The central progenitor of funk music and a major figure of 20th century music, he is often referred to by the honorific nicknames "Godfather of Soul", "Mr. Very. Years active. Tyree Neal, Johnny James, Robert Butler & C Loc] Highway Heavy 2,813 A Lil of You Is Better Than None AVAIL HOLLYWOOD Kevin Burt. Marvin Pentz Gay Jr. In 2019, she released her debut single, "Mirror Talk", through Warner Records. C. In Britain, blues developed a distinctive and influential style dominated by electric guitar, and made international stars of several proponents of the genre, including the Rolling Stones, the. As per his date of birth, he was held under the zodiac sign Libra. His catalog of classics includes ‘Georgia on My Mind’ and ‘Unchain My Heart. Her 2000 debut album, Who Is Jill Scott?:Words and Sounds Vol. Regarded as one of the most important French composers and music theorists of the 18th century, he replaced Jean-Baptiste Lully as the dominant composer of French. 65th Annual Grammy Awards (USA) ; Record of the Year: "About Damn Time" by Lizzo • Album of the Year: Harry's House by Harry Styles • Song of the Year: "Just Like That" by Bonnie Raitt • Best New Artist: Samara Joy: 2023 Billboard Music Awards (USA) ; 2023 Brit Awards (UK) ; British Album of the Year: Harry's House by Harry Styles • Best British. Ernestine Anderson (November 11, 1928 – March 10, 2016) was an American jazz and blues singer. Ballroom dance music: pasodoble, cha cha cha and others. Imagination. Discovery and Entry into the Blues Music Scene. ) American folksinger who moved from folk to rock music in the 1960s, infusing the lyrics of rock and roll, theretofore concerned mostly with boy-girl romantic innuendo, with the intellectualism of classic literature and poetry. Zeitgeist. Peter Allen Greenbaum (29 October 1946 – 25 July 2020), [1] [2] known professionally as Peter Green, was an English blues rock singer-songwriter and guitarist. QUICK FACTS. Her first major label album, Cuz I. Strait is credited for pioneering the neotraditional country style in the 1980s, famed for his authentic cowboy image and roots-oriented sound at a time when the Nashville music industry was dominated by country pop crossover. January 6 – Marty Stuart invites Henry Cho and Gary Mule Deer to become the newest members of the Grand Ole Opry, the first time comedians have been invited in almost 50 years following Jerry Clower in 1973. Thomas. Sloan, was an American singer and songwriter. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she began making and releasing music on SoundCloud as a teenager. She made her debut with the Bunch of Blackberries revue at the Springer Opera House in Columbus. Benoit graduated from Vandebilt Catholic High School in Houma, Louisiana in May 1985. The central progenitor of funk music and a major figure of 20th century music, he is often referred to by the honorific nicknames "Godfather of Soul", "Mr. Musical artist. In 2021, he was nominated for a Blues Music Award in the 'Contemporary Blues Male Artist' category. Their debut studio album. 6,053 likes · 34 talking about this. American guitarist and singer B. Photo by Raymond Boyd / Michael Ochs Archives. Born into a Mississippi sharecropping family, Hooker learned to play the guitar from his stepfather and developed an interest in gospel music as a child. B. Bessie Smith (April 15, 1894 – September 26, 1937) was an African-American blues singer widely renowned during the Jazz Age. [1] [2] His father was a member of a doo-wop group by the name of The Elations. [14] However, AllMusic separates it from jump blues because of R&B's stronger gospel influences. October 13, 2021 at 7:59 a. A. S. S. AC/DC are an Australian rock band formed in 1973. The Berklee College of Music houses one of the planet’s greatest concentrations of high-end guitar freaks, and they were out in force to hear the 23-year-old phenom from the Mississippi Delta. Scott made her film debut in. Jimmie Rodgers, (born September 8, 1897, Pine Springs Community, near Meridian, Mississippi, U. His mother was Celia Owens; his father was George Nelson, who abandoned his family when Jack was 5 or 6 years old. One of the most distinctive and uncompromising performers ever to grace the stage, Polly Jean Harvey has enjoyed a truly singular career thus far. P. Gender: Male. Peter Hapak. A beautiful genre-bending tribute to the larger-than-life blues singer Bessie Smith. He was perhaps best known for his affecting rendition of the Erroll Garner composition “ Misty” (1959). Sloane was born on September 6, 1942 in the USA.