Phillip Wilson — who’s sometimes credited seeing that Philip Wilson or Phil Wilson, however, not to become confused with the trombonist of this name — was among the best drummers of his era in jazz and blues, and also produced a splash in rock and roll circles in the long …

b. 27 Sept 1885, Somerville, Massachusetts, USA, d. 18 Dec 1943, NY, USA. A significant lyricist within the 20s and 30s, McCarthy sang in cafes and worked well for music web publishers before writing tunes such as for example ‘That Dreamy Italian Waltz’, ‘That’s How I WANT You’ and ‘I …

Although Dillon O’Brian is way better referred to as a songwriter for various other artists along with a studio musician, his solo album, 1994’s Scenes From My Last Confession, is really a solidly heartfelt little bit of piano-based singer/songwriter rock that bears comparison to famous brands Jackson Browne or Billy …

Guitarist/songwriter Björn Ulvaeus was half of the creation duo that included fellow Swede Benny Andersson who all produced the huge strikes by ’70s supergroup ABBA, who’s most widely known for the main pop one “Dance Queen.” Björn Religious Ulvaeus was created on Apr 25, 1945, in Gothenburg and started his …

b. 1938, Rolling Fork, Mississippi, USA. Dyer used the harmonica when he was seven so when an adolescent sat along with Smokey Wilson in an area club. He transferred to LA in January 1958 and produced his own music group, the Blue Records, backing visitors such as for example J.B. …

b. 1953, Chicago, Illinois, USA. As a kid Irving performed brass instruments but additionally studied piano. Elevated partially in Chicago and in addition in NEW YORK, he performed many forms of music in various ensembles, meanwhile learning thoroughly. In 1978, he came back to Chicago where he continuing playing in …

While by no means earning the international renown afforded to co-workers like George Martin and Shel Talmy, Ron Richards towers one of the leading producers from the British Invasion period — though finest remembered for a protracted collaboration using the Hollies that yielded pop smashes including “He Ain’t Large (He’s …

Before he passed on at age 64 from pneumonia, drummer Denis Charles enjoyed a diverse and nomadic career. Blessed in St. Croix, Charles started his professional musical profession at age seven playing bongos with an area band. Charles transferred to NY in 1945. Enamored deeply with Artwork Blakey’s physical design, …

b. USA, d. poss. c.1964, USA. Small is well known of Smith’s roots. He performed violin and found prominence leading a dance music group within the years rigtht after World Battle I. He produced many records, primarily for Victor Speaking Machine Company, and in addition performed prestigious locations including New …

It’s never an easy task to end up being the sibling of the star if you are mixed up in same occupation — ask Joey Travolta or Frank Stallone, and look for out what happened to John Murray, among Bill’s brothers. Likewise, David Knopfler, more youthful sibling of Dire Straits …