Update of 2021 Post
Historical Bits
- John Ellison is the writer of the world-famous song Some Kind of Wonderful which he first recorded as part of the Soul Brothers Six.
- John moved from the States to Canada. He became a Canadian citizen in 2006.
- He currently resides in Dundas.
Links: John Ellison, More John Ellison Stories, Video above courtesy of John Ellison - Topic
Historical Bits:
- Jackie spent most of his life in Hamilton, Ontario.
- In 1948, Jackie became the first Canadian black disc jockey when he was hired by Hamilton's CHML
- Jackie was a major force in the Canadian blues scene for decades.
- He passed away in 2009.
Links: Jackie Washington, More Jackie Washington Stories, Video above courtesy of Jackie Washington - Topic
Historical Bits:
- Sharon was born and currently lives in Hamilton.
- Sharon had an international hit with Fascinating Rhythm w the UK band Bassomatic.
- She performed on Curtis Mayfield's Other Side of Town.
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