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Chuck Bennett (singer)
Disques Vogue was a jazz record company founded in France by Léon Cabat and Charles Delaunay in 1947, the year after the Vogue Records, American Vogue label ceased. They originally specialized in jazz, featuring American performers such as Sidney Bechet, Dizzy Gillespie, and Gigi Gryce (sessions reissued on CD under Clifford Brown's name), in addition to local musicians Django Reinhardt and Martial Solal. In the late 1950s Vogue expanded into pop music, recording artists such as Petula Clark. In the 1960s and early 1970s the label added Jacques Dutronc and Françoise Hardy. They licensed recordings by ABBA for release in Belgium and France and European distribution of Recordings of Monsieur Tranquille. Vogue Records, a British offshoot, was founded in 1951 and absorbed by Decca Records, English Decca (then separate from the American company) around 1956, but the rights to the name reverted to the French parent in 1962, whereupon Decca renamed its Vogue label Vocalion. A new Di ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vogue Disc
Vogue may refer to: Business * Vogue (magazine), ''Vogue'' (magazine), a US fashion magazine ** British Vogue, British ''Vogue'', a British fashion magazine ** ''Vogue Adria'', a fashion magazine for former Yugoslav countries ** ''Vogue Arabia'', an Arab fashion magazine ** ''Vogue Australia'', an Australian fashion magazine ** ''Vogue China'', a Chinese fashion magazine ** ''Vogue France'', a French fashion magazine ** ''Vogue Greece'', a Greek fashion magazine ** ''Vogue India'', an Indian fashion magazine ** ''Vogue Italia'', an Italian fashion magazine ** ''Vogue México y Latinoamérica'', a Mexican/Latin American fashion magazine ** ''Vogue Nederland'', a Dutch fashion magazine ** ''Vogue Polska'', a Polish fashion magazine ** ''Vogue Russia'', a Russian fashion magazine ** ''Vogue Scandinavia'', a Scandinavian fashion magazine ** ''Vogue Singapore'', a Singaporean fashion magazine ** ''Vogue Taiwan'', a Taiwanese fashion magazine ** ''Vogue Ukraine'', a Ukrainian fashion mag ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Monsieur Tranquille
''Monsieur Tranquille'' is a character in the Canadian children's television series ''Patof voyage''. He is well known for the 1977 disco hit ''Ma'm Thibault''. He was portrayed by actor-comedian Roger Giguère. Children's TV shows Mr. Tranquille is first mentioned in the television series ''Patof raconte'' (CFTM-TV, 1975). Played by the soundman Roger Giguère, he is an invisible character who interacts with the clown Patof through sound and music effects. It is only in the series ''Patof voyage'' (CFTM-TV, 1976) that Roger Giguère embodies him as a puppet. Lesley Tranquille (a play on words meaning "leave him alone") quickly captures the hearts of children. In January 1977, a single titled ''Madame Thibault'' becomes a number one hit in Quebec. A disco version of the song, mostly instrumental except for the phrase "Ma'm Thibault," is created and becomes a club hit. The single is even released in France and Australia, where it gains immense popularity. The song is credited to " ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Foundations
The Foundations were a British soul band who were primarily active between 1967 and 1970. The group's background was West Indian, White British and Sri Lankan. Their 1967 debut single " Baby Now That I've Found You" reached number one in the UK and Canada, and number eleven in the US. Their 1968 single " Build Me Up Buttercup" reached number two in the UK and number three on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100. The group was the first multi-racial group to have a number one hit in the UK in the 1960s. The Foundations were one of the few British acts to imitate successfully what became known as the Motown Sound. The Foundations signed to Pye, at the time one of only four big UK record companies (the others being EMI, which included the His Master's Voice, Columbia and Parlophone labels, Decca, and Philips, which also owned Fontana). Background The Foundations attracted much interest because of the size and structure of the group. Not only was there a diverse ethnic mix in t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eric Allandale
Eric Allandale (born Eric Allandale Dubuisson 4 March 1936 – 23 August 2001) was a trombonist, songwriter, and bandleader. During the 1960s, he was in number of bands in various genres which included jazz pop and soul. Background Early life A native of Dominica, West Indies, he moved to the U.K. in 1954 to complete his education. He joined the Hammersmith Borough Brass Band as a trumpeter while working as its council surveyor. He later switched to trombone and formed an amateur band playing jazz. Musical and other Beginning 1958 he performed at the Cellar Club in Soho, then joined bands led by Teddy Layton and Sonny Morris. During the 1960s, he was a member of the Terry Lightfoot and Alex Welsh bands and played with Edmundo Ros. He played trombone and sang in the blues band Dillingers with saxophonist Don Mackrill and bassist Ronnie Shapiro, the brother of Helen Shapiro. He also led his band, The New Orleans Knights and was a member of Romeo Z,CBS New Releases promo she ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wann Wird Die Menschheit Klug?
"Sufferin' in the Land" was a 1970 single for Jimmy Cliff. It made the charts in the Netherlands that year. It was also covered by several artists shortly after its release. Background "Sufferin' in the Land" backed with "Come into My Life" was released in the Netherlands by Island Records in 1970. It was produced by Leslie Kong and appears on the ''Jimmy Cliff'' album and later version of the album, ''Wonderful World, Beautiful People''. Charts It made its debut in the Dutch charts on May 30, 1970. It reached its peak position at no. 26 that week, spending a total of two weeks on the chart. Other versions US singer Chuck Bennett recorded a version of the song in German. Released as "Wann Wird Die Menschheit Klug?", it was a minor hit for him in Germany in 1970. Brazilian band The Fevers recorded a version ("Sinto, Mas Não Sei Dizer") which appeared on their 1970 EP, '' Sinto Mas Não Sei Dizer''. German singer, Tony aka Tony Oberdörffer recorded a version ("Reise ins Märc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I Can Feel It (Eric Allandale Song)
Eric Allandale (born Eric Allandale Dubuisson 4 March 1936 – 23 August 2001) was a trombonist, songwriter, and bandleader. During the 1960s, he was in number of bands in various genres which included jazz pop and soul. Background Early life A native of Dominica, West Indies, he moved to the U.K. in 1954 to complete his education. He joined the Hammersmith Borough Brass Band as a trumpeter while working as its council surveyor. He later switched to trombone and formed an amateur band playing jazz. Musical and other Beginning 1958 he performed at the Cellar Club in Soho, then joined bands led by Teddy Layton and Sonny Morris. During the 1960s, he was a member of the Terry Lightfoot and Alex Welsh bands and played with Edmundo Ros. He played trombone and sang in the blues band Dillingers with saxophonist Don Mackrill and bassist Ronnie Shapiro, the brother of Helen Shapiro. He also led his band, The New Orleans Knights and was a member of Romeo Z,CBS New Releases promo sheet ( ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ebony (disco Group)
Ebony is a dense black/brown hardwood, coming from several species in the genus ''Diospyros'', which also includes the persimmon tree. A few ''Diospyros'' species, such as macassar and mun ebony, are dense enough to sink in water. Ebony is finely textured and has a mirror finish when polished, making it valuable as an ornamental wood. It is often cited as one of the most expensive woods in the world. Etymology The word ''ebony'' comes from the Ancient Egyptian ', through the Ancient Greek ('), into Latin () and Middle English. Species Species of ebony include ''Diospyros ebenum'' (Ceylon ebony), native to southern India and Sri Lanka; '' D. crassiflora'' (Gabon ebony), native to western Africa; '' D. humilis'' (Queensland ebony), native to Queensland, the Northern Territory, New Guinea and Timor; and '' D. celebica'' (Sulawesi ebony), native to Indonesia and prized for its luxuriant, multi-colored wood grain. Mauritius ebony, '' D. tessellaria'', was largely exploited by th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daffi Cramer
Daffi Cramer is a German recording artist who became popular in the 1970s. She recorded the German national hit, " Charly, laß dir einen Bart steh'n". Background Daffi Cramer (real name Angelika Ramme) started her musical career in 1972. Her first record was her version of Little Eva's hit, "The Loco-Motion". Following that she released numerous recordings. Her greatest success was her hit " Charly, lass dir einen Bart steh'n". Career 1970s to 1990s Working with producer Tony Hendrik, Daffi Cramer recorded " Locomotion". It was backed with "Party-Boy" and released on Ariola 12 412 AT in 1972. The single was credited to Daffi von Cramer. According to the 24 January issue of ''Limburgs Dagblad'', Daffi Cramer who was pictured in the article "Ook Daffi op feest in Urmond" was to be performing in Urmond that night. It was reported in the 21 February 1975 issue of ''Limburgs Dagblad'' that singer Marjan van Heerlen was suffering from concussion. So Daffi Cramer who was pictured in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jackie Robinson (singer)
Gitta Walther was a German singer and author. She released many recordings under the pseudonyms Simone, Jackie Robinson and also Gitta McKay after her marriage to Scottish musician Don McKay. Background and life Gitta Walter was born as the daughter of a baker during World War II and grew up in East Germany after the war. There, she first appeared on stage as a singer at the age of 14. At the age of 16, she emigrated to West Germany. Once in Munich, West Germany, she was discovered by Werner Müller who accepted her into his orchestra. She went on to also sing in the orchestra of Ambros Seelos and Arno Flor. Since the mid-1960s, she was an active guest, studio and background singer for numerous bands and acts. In 1969, she joined Love Generation, where she met her future husband, Don Adams. She was later one of the session singers of the 1970s Silver Convention disco group. The famous scream in fellow group member Penny McLean's Lady Bump belongs to Walther. Further, she ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marion & Antony
Marion or MARION may refer to: Arts and entertainment *Marion (band), a British alternative rock group * ''Marion'' (miniseries), a 1974 miniseries * ''Marion'' (1920 film), an Italian silent film * ''Marion'' (2024 film), a UK short People and fictional characters *Marion (given name), a list of people and fictional characters with the given name * Marion (surname), a list of people with the surname Places Australia * City of Marion, a local government area in South Australia * Marion, South Australia, a suburb of Adelaide ** Marion railway station United States * Marion, Alabama, a city * Marion, Arkansas, a city * Marion, Connecticut, a neighborhood of the town of Southington * Marion, Georgia, an unincorporated community * Marion, Illinois, a city * Marion, Indiana, a city ** Marion station (Amtrak), a former train station ** Marion station (Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago and St. Louis Railroad), a former train station of the Pennsylvania Railroad * Marion, Shelby Coun ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fritz Muschler
Fritz Muschler was a German musician, record producer, arranger and composer. He had success with his compositions and production during the 1970s and he later provided music for film. Background During the 1960s, Fritz Muschler was a member of The Blackberries, a German beat band. As a producer and composer, Muschler worked with artists such as Daffi Cramer, Peter Maffay, Love Generation, and Marianne & Michael etc. Working with co-producer Paul Birmingham brought Muschler success with disco releases in Europe and North America during the 1970s. He composed the disco song " Don't Boogie Mr. Tango" for Ebony, a group featuring Isetta Preston, Jannette Kania and Judy Archer. Career 1960s During the 1960s, Muschler was a member of the Blackberries, a beat group that also included Oliver Freytag. They recorded a handful of singles from 1966 to 1968 that were released on the Stellina, Philips and Vogue Schallplatten labels. 1970s Working with co-writers Michael Kunze and , Musc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
