B.B. King - The King of Blues

Riley B. King (September 16, 1925 – May 14, 2015), known professionally as B.B. King, was an American blues singer, electric guitarist, songwriter, and record producer. King introduced a sophisticated style of soloing based on fluid string bending and shimmering vibrato that influenced many later electric blues guitarists.

King was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987, and is considered one of the most influential blues musicians of all time, earning the nickname "The King of the Blues", and is considered one of the "Three Kings of the Blues Guitar" (along with Albert and Freddie King). King was known for performing tirelessly throughout his musical career, appearing on average at more than 200 concerts per year into his 70s. In 1956 alone, he reportedly appeared at 342 shows.

King was born on a cotton plantation in Itta Bena, Mississippi, and later worked at a cotton gin in Indianola, Mississippi. He was attracted to music and the guitar in church, and began his career in juke joints and local radio. He later lived in Memphis, Tennessee, and Chicago, and toured the world extensively. King died at the age of 89 in Las Vegas, Nevada, on May 14, 2015.

Live at The Regal 1964
 


Blues On Top Of Blues 1968

Lucille 1968

Completely Well 1969

Indianola Mississippi Seeds 1970

In London 1971 

Midnight Believer 1978

Riding With King 2000 (with Eric Clapton)

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 A Christmas Celebration Of Hope 2001

Sobrado 112

Em tempo de remakes et novas roupagens em músicas de 10, 20, 30 ou mais anos de criação, fui surpreendido pela qualidade e bom gosto deste grupo cujo veio a tona sobretudo após o SWU de Itu.

Fui conhecer o Pub Zeppellin em Jabuca em um open bar mais ou menos, porém, o show do Sobrado 112 valeu a noite. Para melhorar, após a apresentação, o trumpetista puxou assunto comigo, perguntou se gostei e elogiou meu interesse, depois me ofereceu o CD deles, que faço questão de divulgar neste blog criado para unir os amantes da boa música.

Apreciem esta amostra

Sobrado 112 - Isso Nunca me Aconteceu Hoje (2009)

O gênero musical da banda Sobrado 112 foi batizado de Skapolca, combinação do ritmo jamaicano Ska com a polca – estilo de música e dança de compasso binário. Ficou confuso? Façamos a brincadeira então de juntar os elementos: ritmos caribenhos, jazz, R&B e dança. Saia um pouco da fórmula e adicione aí mais alguns elementos como reggae, dub, samba-rock e demais ritmos baseados no groove. Está aí a fórmula do som do Sobrado 112. ( http://www.lastfm.com.br/music/Sobrado+112 )

Tudo começou num sobrado lá no bairro da Glória, entre a Lapa e o morro do Santo Amaro, no Rio de Janeiro. Uma casa sempre cheia de amigos e música. Um pessoal de responsa, já tocaram com algumas bandas como Cidade Negra, Elba Ramalho, Marcos Vale, entre tantos. No sobrado morava Victor Gottardi e Leandro Joaquim… Entre farras e “churras” conheceram o Claudinho. Música vai, música vem, e tudo se transformou numa grande e acolhedora casa da música. Com influências de samba, dub, jazz e funk o grupo ‘Sobrado 112′ faz um barulho de respeito…

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IQ - Neo-Prog • United Kingdom

IQ biography (http://www.progarchives.com/artist.asp?id=165)

Founded in Southampton, England in 1981

What's the difference between a band and a cult band? A charismatic frontman, able to seduce the audience with a single look? A mastermind, conducting his fellow geniuses to sheer excellence? A dedicated and addicted following lasting three decades? An outstanding live concept combining stage charisma, true emotions and self-ironic humor?

Take it all, add a catalogue in which every new entry is described as 'the latest masterpiece' and you get IQ.

Rising from the ashes of THE LENS in 1981, the original line up of Peter NICHOLLS, Michael HOLMES, Martin ORFORD, Paul COOK and Tim ESAU formed a band achieving the impossible - the combination of such diverse styles as prog, punk, jazz and even reggae. Their first cassette album, later re-released on GEP as 'SEVEN STORIES INTO 98', is still an outstanding example of that.

Both their first vinyl albums 'TALES FROM THE LUSH ATTIC' and 'THE WAKE' gained instant classic status in the 'new wave of British progressive rock'. Soon the band became a regular in London's world famous Marquee club, performed more than 200 gigs each year in the UK (as seen in the 'LIVE FROM LONDON' video from 1985), and quickly attained a strong and loyal following.

After signing to POLYGRAM in 1987 with new singer Paul MENEL, they released 'NOMZAMO' featuring the single 'PROMISES' which made it high in the Dutch charts. European tours and the album 'ARE YOU SITTING COMFORTABLY?' followed, but MENEL and bass player Tim ESAU left the band shortly after in 1989.

What could have been the end was in fact just another beginning. NICHOLLS rejoined and was welcomed back enthusiastically at concerts in London and Paris. At the same time GEP was founded by musicians and associates of IQ with the rarities album 'J´AI POLLETTE D´ARNU' becoming the label's debut release.

In 1993 IQ's new album 'EVER' thrilled fans old and new with a modern and yet traditional interpretation of progressive rock. With new bassist John JOWITT (ex-ARK) the band embarked on a storming tour of the UK and mainland Europe, and played acclaimed festival appearances in the USA and South America. The tour was captured on film at the celebrated 'FOREVER LIVE' show in Kleve and was released in a special box set featuring video, double CD and large booklet.

In 1997, IQ released 'SUBTERRENEA', a classic double concept album with a very fresh approach which amazed both critics and fans alike. Brought to the stage with a stunning visual show, featuring moving lights, moving screens, films and theatrical action, it set standards not only for IQ but for all of their contemporaries in the prog world.

Just when everybody thought IQ couldn´t push it any further, again the band convinced the public with new album 'THE SEVENTH HOUSE' (2000), shortly followed by a 2 disc live DVD 'IQ20' filmed at the band's 20th anniversary show in London.

Both 'THE SEVENTH HOUSE' and 'DARK MATTER' (released in 2005) are musical gems, featuring some of the strongest songs IQ have written. Another double live DVD 'STAGE' (featuring new drummer Andy EDWARDS) captured the Dark Matter tour with two complete gigs on both sides of the Atlantic.

Early in the writing sessions for 2009's 'FREQUENCY' keyboard player Martin ORFORD left the band and was replaced by Mark WESTWORTH. 'FREQUENCY' proved to be another highlight in an outstanding career and was presented to a large audience in the UK, Germany, Holland and the USA.

2010 saw the 25th anniversary of IQ's classic album 'THE WAKE', an occasion marked by a very special limited edition 4 disc deluxe box set of this fantastic album.

Another change of personnel in 2011 meant that 4 out of 5 original members were once again in IQ when Tim ESAU and Paul COOK came back to the fold, joined on keyboards by Neil DURANT (SPHERE). They celebrated that year with a series of gigs to mark the band's 30th anniversary.

In April 2012, on the 15th anniversary of 'SUBTERRANEA', GEP released the acclaimed album on vinyl for the first time, with all new artwork and deluxe packaging. The first 500 copies included a free 12" single containing 2 songs that didn't make it onto the album. The band marked the occasion by re-staging the original show in full, updated with improved technology and production values.

For 2013 Mike was able to celebrate the 30th anniversary of IQ's first album 'TALES FROM THE LUSH ATTIC' with a completely new mix from the 24 track masters, which was released in both 2 disc hardback book and gatefold heavy duty vinyl editions. This was shortly followed by the vinyl release of the band's 1993 album 'EVER' on vinyl.

2014 sees the release of IQ's eleventh studio album, 'THE ROAD OF BONES', supported by live performances in the UK and Europe. It was officially launched at Islington's Assembly Hall on May 3rd and has received unanimous praise across the board.

Tales From The Lush Attic 1983

The Wake 1985

Nomzamo 1987 

Are You Sitting Comfortably? 1989

 Ever 1993

Subterranea 1997

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The Seventh House 2000

Dark Matter 2004

Frequency 2009 

Bohannon - Stop & Go (1973)

Hamilton Bohannon foi baterista do Stevie Wonder e líder de várias bandas, sempre com ritmos fortes, baixos marcantes. Participou de vários shows promovidos pela Motown e foi aclamado como um dos grandes bandleaders, percusionista e produtores da Disco/Dance Music. Este álbum é uma mistura de R&B e Funk. Baixem e dancem!

Howlin` Wolf - Chicago Blues

Chester Arthur Burnett (June 10, 1910 – January 10, 1976), known as Howlin' Wolf, was a Chicago blues singer, guitarist, and harmonica player, originally from Mississippi. With a booming voice and imposing physical presence, he is one of the best-known Chicago blues artists. The musician and critic Cub Koda noted, "no one could match Howlin' Wolf for the singular ability to rock the house down to the foundation while simultaneously scaring its patrons out of its wits." Producer Sam Phillips recalled, "When I heard Howlin' Wolf, I said, 'This is for me. This is where the soul of man never dies.'" Several of his songs, including "Smokestack Lightnin'", "Killing Floor" and "Spoonful", have become blues and blues rock standards. In 2011, Rolling Stone magazine ranked him number 54 on its list of the "100 Greatest Artists of All Time".

The Real Folk Blues 1966

The London Howlin' Wolf Sessions 1971

Sir Elton Hercules John - Pop Folk Rock

Sir Elton Hercules John CBE (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight, 25 March 1947) is an English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. He has worked with lyricist Bernie Taupin as his songwriting partner since 1967; they have collaborated on more than 30 albums. John has sold more than 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists in the world.He has more than fifty Top 40 hits, including seven consecutive number-one albums in the United States, 58 Billboard Top 40 singles, 27 Top 10 singles, four which reached number two and nine which reached number one. His tribute single "Candle in the Wind 1997", rewritten in dedication to Diana, Princess of Wales, sold over 33 million copies worldwide and is the best-selling single in the history of the UK and US singles charts. He has also composed music, produced records, and has occasionally acted in films.

Raised in the Pinner area of London, John learned to play piano at an early age, and by 1962 had formed Bluesology. John met his songwriting partner, Bernie Taupin, in 1967, after they had both answered an advert for songwriters. For two years, they wrote songs for other artists, including Lulu, and John also worked as a session musician for artists, such as the Hollies and the Scaffold. In 1969, his debut album, Empty Sky, was released. In 1970, John's first hit single "Your Song", from his second album, Elton John, reached the top ten in the UK and the US. After decades of chart success, John has also achieved success in musical films and theatre, composing the music for The Lion King and its stage adaptation, Aida and Billy Elliot the Musical.

He has received five Grammy Awards, five Brit Awards – winning two awards for Outstanding Contribution to Music and the first Brits Icon in 2013 for his "lasting impact on British culture", an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a Tony Award, a Disney Legends award, and the Kennedy Center Honor in 2004. In 2004, Rolling Stone ranked him Number 49 on its list of 100 influential musicians of the rock and roll era. In 2013, Billboard ranked him the most successful male solo artist on the Billboard Hot 100 Top All-Time Artists, making him third overall behind the Beatles and Madonna. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994, is an inductee of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and is a fellow of the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors. He was knighted by Elizabeth II for "services to music and charitable services" in 1998.[9] John has performed at a number of royal events, such as the funeral of Princess Diana at Westminster Abbey in 1997, the Party at the Palace in 2002 and the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Concert outside Buckingham Palace in 2012.

He has been heavily involved in the fight against AIDS since the late 1980s. In 1992, he established the Elton John AIDS Foundation and a year later, began hosting the annual Academy Awards Party, which has since become one of the highest-profile Oscar parties in the Hollywood film industry. Since its inception, the foundation has raised over US$200 million. John, who announced he was bisexual in 1976 and has been openly gay since 1988, entered into a civil partnership with David Furnish on 21 December 2005, and after same-sex marriage became legal in England and Wales in 2014, he married Furnish on 21 December 2014. On 24 January 2018, it was announced that John would be retiring from touring and would soon embark on a three-year farewell tour, which began in September 2018.

Elton John 1970

Tumbleweed Connection 1970

Honky Château 1972

Don't Shoot Me I'm Only The Piano Player 1973

Goodbye Yellow Brick Road 1973

Caribou 1974

Rock Of The Westies 1975

Captain Fantastic And The Brown Dirt Cowboy 1975

Blue Moves 1976

Victim Of Love 1979

Sandra de Sá - Funk & Soul Brazil

Sandra Cristina Frederico de Sá (Rio de Janeiro, 27 de agosto de 1955) é uma cantora e compositora brasileira, expoente da Música Popular Brasileira, com denso enfoque em black music mundial. É uma das maiores cantoras do Brasil sendo considerada a Aretha Franklin, e até a Billie Holiday do Brasil.

Sandra de Sá - Acervo Especial

Sandra Sá - Essencial