Ray Noble
Raymond Stanley Noble. Born December 17, 1903, and died April 3, 1978. Master of the genre of Jazz, and originating in Brighton, England, Ray Noble became one of the most influential bandleaders, composers, arrangers, and even actors of his time. Ray Noble studied music at the Royal Academy of Music, and became the leader of the HMV Records studio band in 1929. The band featured many of the top hotel orchestra members in that time. Noble's most notable vocalist was Mr. Al Bowlly. Together they achieved fame throughout the United States. They also had many number one hits across the U.S. music charts in the 1930's, some of which stayed number one for an incredible seven weeks. Sadly, on April 3, 1978, Noble past away, and ended an era of great music.
Styx
Styx. Based out of Chicago, Illinois, has become a very influential rock band, which achieved fame in the late 70's to the early 80's. This Chicago rock band is known for their fantastic ability of being able to meld together several different genre's of music into one terrific song. The band has multiple singles, and a striking four consecutive albums which gained the privilege of being certified multi-platinum by the RIAA. The band has split many times, and every time has reunited. Today they are touring constantly, and adding more fans than ever before. They have 15 studio albums, and everyone of them is known for it's uniqueness. Styx is a great rock band, and they have all but lost their ability to entertain.
Bravo on being as versitile as to review Ray Noble and Styx in the same post, that is spectacular. Plus, not many know who Ray Noble is anymore, which is sad considering that he helped define an era of music.
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