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Ashley Kozak
Ashley Kozak (c.1930 – 2008) was a British jazz bassist, record producer and artists' manager, best known as having been Donovan's manager alongside Grahame Corbyn. Career 1950s After working and recording with Tony Crombie and his orchestra in 1954, together with leading UK-based jazz musicians such as Crombie, Dizzy Reece, Joe Temperley and Harry South, Kozak went on to join the Vic Ash Quartet, which recorded with Maxine Sullivan. He later joined the Don Rendell Sextet (1954–55) and The Ivor and Basil Kirchin Band (1955–56), together with Stan Tracey, and was later with the Basil Kirchin Small Band. He recorded again with Tony Crombie in 1957 for the 10" ''Long Player'', 'Rockin' with the Rockets', (''Columbia Records'' (UK:33S1108), with Red Mitchell on bass. 1960s - 1970s By 1962, he was leading his own quartet, which included Harry South and Dick Morrissey, and spent several months in India. Shortly after their return to the UK, Kozak started working as an execut ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jazz
Jazz is a music genre that originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans, Louisiana, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Its roots are in blues, ragtime, European harmony, African rhythmic rituals, spirituals, hymns, marches, vaudeville song, and dance music. Since the 1920s Jazz Age, it has been recognized as a major form of musical expression in traditional and popular music. Jazz is characterized by swing and blue notes, complex chords, call and response vocals, polyrhythms and improvisation. As jazz spread around the world, it drew on national, regional, and local musical cultures, which gave rise to different styles. New Orleans jazz began in the early 1910s, combining earlier brass band marches, French quadrilles, biguine, ragtime and blues with collective polyphonic improvisation. However, jazz did not begin as a single musical tradition in New Orleans or elsewhere. In the 1930s, arranged dance-oriented swing big bands, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dick Morrissey
Richard Edwin Morrissey (9 May 1940 – 8 November 2000) was a British jazz musician and composer. He played the tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone and flute. Biography Background He was born in Horley, Surrey, England. Dick Morrissey emerged in the early 1960s in the wake of Tubby Hayes, Britain’s pre-eminent sax player at the time. Self-taught, he started playing clarinet in his school band, The Delta City Jazzmen, at the age of sixteen with fellow pupils Robin Mayhew (trumpet), Eric Archer (trombone), Steve Pennells (banjo), Glyn Greenfield (drums), and young brother Chris on tea-chest bass. He then joined the Original Climax Jazz Band. Going on to join trumpeter Gus Galbraith's Septet, where alto-sax player Peter King introduced him to Charlie Parker's recordings, he began specialising on tenor saxophone shortly after. Making his name as a hard bop player, he appeared regularly at the Marquee Club from August 1960, and recorded his first solo album at the age of 21, '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raymond Morrison
The Ramong Sound was a British R&B, soul and ska band, active from 1965 to 1966. Background The Ramong Sound was a London-based outfit, that featured two black lead singers doing Sam & Dave styled duets, one of them being Raymond Morrison (aka Ramong Morrison''It's Psychedelic Baby Magazine'', 22 July 2011 Pluto interview with Paul Gardner & Alan Warner/ref>), and the other being a former professional boxer, Clem Curtis50 ConnectA Chat With The Foundations' Clem Curtis/ref> who had also done some wrestling. Morrison had left Jamaica and arrived in London in 1954.''BM Black Music & Jazz Review'', April 81 Voll 3 Issue 12 - Publisher R.W. Daniell - Page 17 HAWK vs HAWK, Frances Taylor meets RAM, TAM & JO, During his time, Morrison (also known as Ray Morrison) had worked with Trev Thoms. He had also fronted or sung with The Graham Bond Organisation for a brief period. Nigerian born Mike Falana was a member for a period of time and had been a star in his own right. He had been a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Joe White (musician)
Joe White was a UK-based Jamaican singer and musician who had several hits when he was in his home country. He was part of the duos Joe White and Chuck, Joe & Della, Joe White & Irene, the trio Joe White, Glen & Trevor, and other ensembles. Background Joe White was born William Joseph White in Kingston, Jamaica, on 4 September 1941. He was raised in a single-parent household by his mother Veronica Topey. He attended the Alpha Boys' School at South Camp Road in Kingston. He acquired a trade in tailoring. In addition to being a vocalist, Joe White played the piano and melodica. Recording at Studio One, he had hits such as "My Guiding Star". Other hits possibly recorded in different venues included "My Love for You" and "So Close". Recording under the direction of Sonia Pottinger, as part of the duo Joe White and Chuck, he scored with the ballad "Every Night" in 1966, which caught on instantly as a hit and stayed in the Jamaican charts for several months. The song was actually rec ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pye Records
PYE or Pye Records is an independent British record label. It was first established in 1955 and played a major role in shaping rock 'n' roll and pop music history. The Pye name was dropped in 1980 due to trademark issues, after which it produced almost no music until the company name and trademark was acquired by the Scottish broadcaster and music producer Tony Currie (broadcaster), Tony Currie in September 2024. The new Pye Records has begun to release new albums on vinyl: ''Race the Sun'' from the Tony Currie Orchestra, conducted by Gavin Sutherland (conductor), Gavin Sutherland (principal guest conductor for the English National Ballet), and Callum Au. ''Race the Sun'' was conceived to pay tribute to the pop orchestras of the original Pye Records. The revived label has also released ''Harvest Gold'' by the London-based singer-songwriter Andrea Black. Pye Records was best known for artistes such as Lonnie Donegan (1956–1969), Petula Clark (1957–1971), The Searchers (band) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Record World
''Record World'' magazine was one of three major weekly music industry trade magazines in the United States, with ''Billboard'' and '' Cashbox''. It was founded in 1946 as ''Music Vendor''. In 1964, it was changed to ''Record World'' under the ownership of Sid Parnes and Bob Austin. It ceased publication on April 10, 1982. History Growth ''Music Vendor'' published its first music chart for the week ending October 4, 1954. ''Record World'' was housed in New York City at 1700 Broadway, at 53rd Street, across the street from the Ed Sullivan Theater. Its West Coast editorial offices were located in Los Angeles on Sunset and Vine. Peak ''Record World'' showed musical diversity by printing a "Non-Rock" survey, comparable to ''Billboard's'' "Easy Listening" / "Adult Contemporary" chart. This chart began in the February 4, 1967, issue, and ended on April 1, 1972, having morphed to the name "The MOR Chart" by 1971. Several titles of interest appeared on this 40-position list without ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Charles Ross (producer)
Charles Ross may refer to: Military and politics * Charles Ross (British Army officer, born 1667) (1667–1732), Scottish general and MP * Charles Ross (Ross-shire MP, born 1721) (1721–1745), Scottish soldier and MP * Charles Ross (Royal Navy officer) (1776–1849) * Charles Ross (MP for Northampton) (1799–1860), British Member of Parliament for Orford, St Germans and Northampton * Charles N. Ross (c. 1842–?), New York State Treasurer * Charles Campbell Ross (1849–1920), British politician and banker * Charles Ross (British Army officer, born 1864) (1864–1930), First World War divisional commander * Sir Charles Lockhart-Ross, 7th Baronet (c. 1763–1814), Scottish landowner, politician, and British Army officer * Sir Charles Lockhart-Ross, 8th Baronet, son of Sir Charles Lockhart-Ross, 7th Baronet and father of Sir Charles Ross, 9th Baronet * Sir Charles Ross, 9th Baronet (1872–1942), inventor of the Ross rifle, used by the Canadian army during World War I * C. Be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mike Collier (producer)
Mike Collier was a British A&R man, record producer, composer and record label founder. He founded the Collier, Feelgood, Flamingo and Sugar labels. The artists he worked with included The Isley Brothers and The Echoes. Background Born in the UK, Collier moved to the United States around 1956. He found a job with London Records in New York as the promotion man. Six months later he was head of the label's promotion on the East Coast. In early 1957 he was heading national promotion for the label and their burgeoning Felsted label. Hit songs that he was connected with up until 1959 were "Children's Marching Song", "Lichtensteiner Polka", "Around the World", and "I Talk to the Trees". Others were "Billy" that was released on Felsted and "Gotta Travel On", which was released on Monuement.''The Cash Box'', Volume XX - Number 26 March 4, 1959 Page 36 ''Music'', Hugo & Luigi Appoint Collier/ref> He headed the London-based Micol Productions, Ltd. in the 1960s.''Cash Box'', November 10 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tranquility (band)
Tranquillity (also spelled tranquility) is the quality or state of being tranquil; that is, calm, serene, and worry-free. The word tranquillity appears in numerous texts ranging from the religious writings of Buddhism—where the term refers to tranquillity of the body, thoughts, and consciousness on the path to enlightenment—to an assortment of policy and planning guidance documents, where interpretation of the word is typically linked to engagement with the natural environment. It is also famously used in the Preamble to the United States Constitution, which describes one of the purposes for which the document was establishing the government as to "insure domestic Tranquility". History The word tranquility dates to the 12th century in the Old French word , meaning "peace" or "happiness". The word's sense evolved in the late 14th century, but it maintains its reference to the absence of disturbance and peacefulness. Benefits Being in a tranquil or "restorative" environment al ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Clear Blue Sky
Clear Blue Sky was a British progressive rock band officially formed in London, England, but better known in Italy. History Clear Blue Sky (earlier known as Jug Blues) were discovered by Nirvana musician Patrick Campbell-Lyons. Signed by Vertigo, they released their first self-titled album on that label, produced by Ashley Kozak Ashley Kozak (c.1930 – 2008) was a British jazz bassist, record producer and artists' manager, best known as having been Donovan's manager alongside Grahame Corbyn. Career 1950s After working and recording with Tony Crombie and his orchestra in .... In 2003, the Italian record label, Akarma Records, reissued their first vinyl album. Discography Studio albums * 1970: ''Clear Blue Sky'' (Vertigo) * 1990: ''Destiny'' (Saturn) * 1996: ''Cosmic'' Crusader Live albums 2001: ''Out of the Blue'' References Vertigo Records artists {{UK-band-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
CBS Records International
CBS Records International was the international arm of the Columbia Records unit of Columbia Broadcasting System, Inc. ( CBS) formed in 1961 and launched in 1962. Previously, Columbia Records had licensed other record companies to manufacture and distribute Columbia recordings outside North America, such as Philips Records and its subsidiary Fontana (now part of the Universal Music Group) in Europe. Formation and history In 1960, CBS acquired its Australian distributor since 1956, the Australian Record Company, and with it its flagship label Coronet Records. American Columbia material continued to be issued on the CBS Coronet Records label in Australia. The CBS label was launched in Australia in 1963. Also in 1960, CBS began negotiations with its European distributor Philips Records with the goal of the establishment of a CBS Records label in Europe. Philips' acquisition of Mercury Records paved the way for the formation of the CBS label in 1961 with Philips distributing the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marc Brierley
Marc Brierley (born 9 October 1944) is an English singer songwriter who was active as a performing musician between 1965 and 1973. 1965–1970 Between 1966 and 1970 he wrote, performed and recorded one EP - 1966, ''Marc Brierley''; one LP - 1968, ''Welcome to the Citadel''; a second LP – 1969, ''Hello'' produced by Ashley Kozak; two singles taken from the two CBS LPs – "Hold On, Hold On" – 1968, and "Lady of the Light" – 1969; and two further singles, "Stay a Little Longer Merry Ann" CBS, 1969 and "Be my Brother" CBS, 1970. In 1965, on the encouragement of Bert Jansch, Marc became a regular at Les Cousins folk club in Greek Street London, playing alongside regular performers such as John Renbourn, Sandy Denny, Al Stewart and Trevor Lucas. 1971–1973 From 1970 to 1973, Marc Brierley continued song writing and performed live throughout the UK with guitarist Steve Cross, culminating in a UK autumn tour as Fairport Convention's support act. At the end of 1973, Marc Brierle ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
