Lorez Alexandria — a 20th century Underrated Jazz Vocalist
Lorez Alexandria, born Dolorez Alexandria Turner, on August 14, 1929, in Chicago, Illinois, was a jazz singer whose talent has often been overshadowed by more... Read More
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Birthday Greetings Patti Austin — Keep the Music Playing
Patti Austin, born on August 10, 1950, is an esteemed singer and songwriter whose musical career spans several decades. Her contributions to the music industry... Read More
Jack DeJohnette the spiritual: drummer, pianist and composer
Jack DeJohnette, born August 9, 1942, is an eminent jazz drummer, pianist and composer. He has significantly influenced the landscape of jazz music throughout 20th... Read More
Singer-Songwriter Syreeta collaborated with Stevie & Billy
Syreeta Wright, known simply as Syreeta, was an influential singer-songwriter whose contributions to music industry left a lasting legacy. Born on August 3 1946, in... Read More
Billy Taylor — Jazz Musician, Composer, Educator & Artistic Director
Billy Taylor, born on July 24 1921, was a highly respected figure in the world of jazz music. He was known not only for his... Read More
James Victor Scott— hey, it’s all the way on your birthday
James Victor Scott, better known in his earlier youthful years as “Little” Jimmy Scott, was a renowned jazz vocalist who made significant contributions to the... Read More
Mildred Virginia Jackson — humorous to raw and raunchy
Mildred Virginia Jackson, AKA Millie Jackson, born July 15, 1944, is prominent R&B and soul recording artist who began her career in early 1960s. Throughout... Read More
Bill Withers — it’s a lovely Birthday today
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Bill Withers, also known as William Harrison “Bill” Withers Jr., was a singer and musician who left a lasting impact on the music industry with... Read More