Jollof. His manager in the contest was none other than Babe Ruth. Primarily a Caribbean-influenced record, SFTOS encompasses several other genres, including Afrobeats, EDM, R&B, and house. His military service also kept him out of the entire 1951 season. Then sometime around 1989 a . It features guest appearances from Femi Kuti, Banky W., Seyi Shay, Phyno, Tyga, Akon and Wale. But your walls are better. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. He won 193 big-league games and was a three-time National League All-Star. He was traded to the Cubs for third baseman Randy Jackson after that season and retired in 1959. By day, DiFranco worked in a professional music studio, while Stein was a copy supervisor for Doyle Dane Bernbach.Although the two were older (27 and 31, respectively) than most of their peers in the hip-hop community, they were . [58][59] On 12 May 2016, the song reached number-one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, a position it kept for 10 non-consecutive weeks. Go behind the headlines: From the economy and healthcare to politics and the environment - and so much more - On Point talks with newsmakers and real people about the issues that matter most. A member of the pennant-winning Whiz Kids team, Simmons missed part of the 1950 season, including the World Series, serving in the National Guard during the Korean War. 1 as Lead Artist With 'One Dance', "Wizkid Continues His Hot Streak With a New Banger Alongside DJ Henry X", "DJ Henry XWizkid "Like This" [ft. 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[46][47] In July 2014, Wizkid visited The Beat 99.9 FM studio in Lagos and told Toolz he had collaborated with Barbadian singer Rihanna. [38] In an interview with HipTV, Banky W revealed the album's title and commented on the album's delay. [35] On 6 September 2014, Wizkid revealed the album's cover art and track listing. Among Phillies pitchers, Simmons is fifth all-time in wins and innings, pitching 1,939.2 innings. His tirade wasn't over, however. [73], In mid-2019, Wizkid was featured on Beyonc's "Brown Skin Girl", taken from the critically acclaimed The Lion King: The Gift soundtrack. Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies 'Whiz Kids' team, died Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022 in Ambler, Pa. . It was released on 12 June 2011 by Empire Mates Entertainment. Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter, Susan. Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter Susan. He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. He challenges hitters with his mind.. It was that motion of his, Aaron explained in 1987. He began recording music at the age of 11 and released a collaborative album with the Glorious Five (5), a group he and a couple of . Wizkid released the promotional single "Like This" on 5 June. 15 March 1996, New York, NY, United States. [37] Wizkid later announced that he would be releasing his second studio album on 12 June 2013. He also released a collaboration with American singer, H.E.R., titled "Smile". I was mowing a hill at home and pulled the mower back on my left foot, Mr. Simmons said. But now Im not so hot on the idea. Official Facebook Page of Dj WhizKid of Fame 95 FM. Simmons went 193-183 with 163 complete games, 36 shutouts and a 3.54 ERA in 569 career appearances (462 starts) over 20 big league seasons with four teams. Meyer broke in with the Cubs in 1946 and was sold to the Phillies in 1948. Meyer was in three World Series and was a member of the 1955 world champion Dodgers. Simmons went 193-183 with 163 complete games, 36 shutouts and a 3.54 ERA in 569 career appearances (462 starts) over 20 . Curt Simmons, the beetle-browed bonus baby who debuted as an 18-year-old Phillies flamethrower and later reinvented himself as a crafty soft-tosser in St. Louis, died in his Ambler home on Tuesday. Simmons went 193-183 with 163 complete games, 36 shutouts and a 3.54 ERA in 569 career appearances (462 starts) over 20 big league seasons with four teams. Mr. Simmons was promoted from Wilmington to pitch the 47 Phils final game. Im a pitcher now, no longer a thrower, Mr. Simmons said at the time. [61] Pitchfork writer Sheldon Pearce said the song is a "frolicking, summery jam that revels in all the work he [Wizkid]'s put in. [111] Other artists signed to the label include Legendury Beatz, R2Bees, Terri, and Efya. He lost Game 6 to Jim Bouton and the Yankees, but the Cardinals won Game 7 behind Gibson. Former Councilmember Bobby Henon sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for taking bribes, Mayor Kenneys final budget plan designed to make the city more equitable for all its residents, Philly mayoral candidates are discussing gun violence tonight. 99) from 1946-59, Meyer was most noted for his volcanic temper. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. [25] Superstar was recorded in English and Yoruba. [88][89], More Love, Less Ego was released on 11 November 2022. Several teams expressed interest, including the Cardinals, whose manager, Solly Hemus, had played with Mr. Simmons in Philadelphia. vkgy is a visual kei library maintained by overseas fans. [99] It was also reported that money was at the centre of the controversy. He has the maturity and concentration. It was initially scheduled for release on 14 February 2011 but was later pushed back. [36] In an interview with Ok!Nigeria TV at Disturbing Headquarters in London, he said the mixtape would be released in April. Brett Davis/USA TODAY Sports. At one point Whiz was like, you need to get up with Channing in Seattle his laser disc collection is SERIOUS ! Paul Nice. Thanks for contacting us. Want a digest of WHYYs programs, events & stories? The newspaper also reported that Wizkid's Pepsi contract was renewed for two more years. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . Other young stars included Robin Roberts and Richie Ashburn. [12], Wizkid was born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun on 16 July 1990, in Surulere, Lagos. He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. He was 93. In 2016, after years of relentless touring around the world and collaborating with famous artists like Madonna, Lenny Kravitz, and Zac Brown, DJ-producer Avicii wrote an open letter to his fans saying he would be retiring, as per Rolling Stone.Avicii, born Tim Bergling in 1989, was still in his prime and a rising success in the world of house and EDM music when he decided to cut his career short. Getty Images. [79] The album launch was later postponed due to the Nigerian End SARS protests nationwide, until 30 October 2020. He also played for the St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Cubs and California Angels. [119], In August 2011, Nigerian Entertainment Today reported that the singer fathered his first child at the age of 21. The album features guest appearances from Banky W., Skales, D'Prince and Wande Coal. [103] He revealed to Yvonne Ekwere of Silverbird Television that he planned on signing new acts to the label. 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[40] On 17 October 2013, he performed at the 2013 edition of Felabration, a yearly concert dedicated to Fela Kuti. The album incorporates elements of Afrobeats, R&B, dancehall, and reggae. [42] The song's music video directed and shot in South Africa by Sesan. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. [120] In another interview conducted in Ogudu-GRA, Lagos, he said he really did not want to find himself in that peculiar situation. The tour kicked off in July and ended in September 2012. He has remixed songs for Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike (2016), DJ Antoine , Stromae , Armand Van Helden and Eric Morillo . [22] Its music video was nominated for Most Gifted Newcomer Video at the 2011 Channel O Music Video Awards. When Showalter was named Yankee manager, he brought Meyer with him as his bench coach in 1992. He might remember better but I think Chan mailed me for one of my catalogs when I was selling flicks out of The Source. It was initially titled Chosen. Printed on 100% cotton watercolour textured paper, Art Prints would be at home in any gallery. High quality Dj Whiz Kid Died-inspired gifts and merchandise. The song broke multiple records, making Wizkid the first Afrobeats artist to appear in the Guinness World Records. He also gave an estimated time frame for the album's release. While working on Superstar, Wizkid collaborated with record producers such as E-Kelly, Jay Sleek, Shizzi, DJ Klem, Masterkraft, Q-Beats and Samklef. He was selected to three All-Star teams with the Phillies in 1952-53 and 1957. DETROIT (AP) -- Bob Miller, a right-hander for the Philadelphia Phillies' 1950 "Whiz Kids" National League pennant winner who went on to coach alma mater Detroit Mercy for 36 years, died Saturday. Whiz Kid. [41] The Del B-produced "On Top Your Matter" was released as the album's second single on 26 October 2013. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. [120] In December 2012, Wizkid denied the baby scandal during an interview with Nonye Ben-Nwankwo of The Punch. Simmons missed part of the 1950 season, including the World Series, due to his service in the National Guard during the Korean War. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. The lefty was part of the 1950 Phillies "Whiz Kid" team, missing the World Series to serve in the Korean War. [68] It also debuted at number 58 on the Canadian Albums Chart. The album was made available for purchase and online streaming on several music platforms, including Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, Deezer and Google Play. [43] On 2 November 2013, Wizkid performed at the Guinness Colorful World of More concert alongside D'banj, Tiwa Savage, P-Square, Davido, Ice Prince, Burna Boy, Olamide and Phyno. Though Mr. Simmons missed all of 1951 while in the military, was limited by an elbow injury to just 10 innings in 1959, and sliced off the tip of his left big toe in a 1953 lawn-mower accident, he managed 103 victories during the 1950s for mostly mediocre Phillies teams. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. The 31-year-old lefty convinced his old teammate he could still win and St. Louis signed him for $30,000, $10,000 more than hed earned with the Phils the previous year. He was 93. [78] Later that year, he also released the singles "Joro" and "Ghetto Love". When he got to the dugout, he grabbed his crotch in front of the national TV audience. Simmons pitched 20 years in MLB, and was on the Phillies from 1947-1950 and 1952-1960. A . Curt Simmons, one of the Phillies' greatest pitchers and the last surviving member of the 1950 "Whiz Kids," died at his home in Ambler, Pa. on Tuesday. Fifteen of the 16 big-league teams were then scouting the teenaged lefty, who had led his Coplay American Legion team to two state titles. He ranks fifth in team history in wins and innings (1,939 2/3), sixth in games started, tied for sixth in shutouts and ninth in strikeouts (1,052). [55] In July 2015, Wizkid announced on Twitter that Anglique Kidjo would be featured on the album. Mr. Simmons was sold to Cubs in 1966 and finished his career as a California Angels reliever a year later. [97], In February 2013, Wizkid tweeted a subliminal message and tweaked his Twitter account. Waitkus recovered from the wound, but the incident became the genesis for the movie "The Natural. " [85] In the same month, he also received four Soul Train Awards nominations, winning one for "Essence" for Best collaboration. [16] In another interview with Adesope of Factory 78 TV, Wizkid said he formed a group called the Glorious Five with a couple of his church friends. 480 likes. Please enter valid email address to continue. Then sometime around 1989 a cassette tape managed to make its way into my possession which featured Whiz Kid on the cut and I was totally blown away by how swift he was. But by 1959, the Phils were entrenched in last place and elbow and shoulder ailments had diminished Mr. Simmons effectiveness. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. Simmons started two games for the 1964 World Series champion Cardinals, who beat the Yankees in seven games. which was famously remixed by Steinski to form Lesson One. [86], On the first anniversary of Made in Lagos, Wizkid announced his fifth album More Love, Less Ego, originally set for release on the last day of the Made in Lagos tour, January 22, 2022. Sports support group helps Phillies fans cope with World Series loss. He ranks fifth in team history in wins and innings (1,939 2/3), sixth in games started, tied for sixth in shutouts and ninth in strikeouts (1,052). Though often overshadowed by longtime rotation mate Robin Roberts, Mr. Simmons left his mark on two memorable Phillies seasons 14 years apart. [26] On 12 June 2011, Wizkid hosted a launch party for the album at the Expo Hall of the Eko Hotel and Suites. Bob Miller, a right-hander for the Philadelphia Phillies' 1950 "Whiz Kids" National League pennant winner who went on to coach alma mater Detroit Mercy for 36 years, died Saturday. Mr. Simmons struggled initially, going 7-12 in 1948 and 4-10 in 1949. [99] Prior to Wizkid's subliminal tweets, Banky W pacified fans by assuring them that nothing was amiss. [70], Wizkid became the first Afrobeats artist to appear in the 2018 Guinness World Records for his contribution to "One Dance". I won, my career as a DJ took off and I lost my close friend Ricky who died on a basketball court in Korea at the age of 22. Tweet. [80], During 2020, Wizkid featured on various singles, including "Escape" by Akon, "Gbese 2.0" with DJ Tunes and Spax, "Eve Bounce" by Yung L, and "Consider II" with Walshy Fire. Ironically me (MC Lucky) and his brother Mike (Mike G) had another dj who is the brother of the late Pumpkin. He was beatified on Saturday, making him the first millennial to be put on the path to Catholic sainthood. [56] In September 2015, he said he was dropping his EP and postponing the release of his third studio album. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. A member of the pennant-winning Whiz Kids team, Simmons missed part of the 1950 season, including the World Series, serving in the National Guard during the Korean War. [45], In February 2014, Wizkid became the first Nigerian musician to have over one million followers on Twitter. FOR SALE! One of the greatest pitchers in franchise history, the lefty posted a record of 115-110 with 109 complete games, 18 . He won 193 big-league games and was a three-time National League All-Star. Harold McGuire aka Whiz Kid was married to Betty McGuire aka Betty Boo. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. Among Phillies pitchers, he ranks fifth all-time in both victories (115) and innings pitched (1,939). He had a 3.66 ERA through 325 games, 263 of them starts. In the interview we discuss a chance meeting between Johnnyray Gasca and Whiz Kid (who was a big collector of Kung Fu flicks) while in NYs Chinatown digging for VHS tapes. [135] Wizkid was cited as one of the Top 100 most influential Africans by New African magazine in 2019. A day before Game 1 of the 50 Series, Mr. Simmons received a pass to attend. The first tape I managed to score featured him at the 1982 Battle of The DJs at the Music Seminar along with DJs Charlie Chase and Jazzy Jay and was hosted by Grand Master Caz. It features Grammy-nominated Nigerian musician Femi Kuti. Harold McGuire. He was 93. The album was supported by six singles, including the song "Jaiye Jaiye". February 27, 2023; tools and techniques to measure human resource interventions; mass schedule st cecilia catholic church . [65] Wizkid released his third studio album Sounds from the Other Side on 14 July 2017. [90] He travelled to Beirut, Lebanon, with Tiwa Savage for a Pepsi commercial shoot. Paul Nice at the time was placing ads in the back of the Source Magazine selling these films on VHS. Despite the lawn-mower setback, in 1954 he posted career bests of 21 complete games and a 2.81 ERA. Home / About / Guidelines for use / Browse collections / Contact, 2023 Cornell University Library / Privacy, Crash Crew (Crash Crew was an early hip-hop group who recorded for Sugar Hill Records. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. [citation needed] It was produced by Amsterdam-based Ghanaian producer DJ Henry X. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. 08 ERA for the Phillies, and 1953, when he went 15-5 for the Dodgers. Moreover, he revealed plans to establish a clothing line following the release of Sounds from the Other Side. [60] "One Dance" went on to become an international smash hit, topping the charts in 15 countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, France and Germany. [93][94] In November 2013, Wizkid signed an endorsement deal with Guinness for the Guinness World of More concert, held at the Eko Convention Centre of the Eko Hotel and Suites on Victoria Island, Lagos. He was added to the Phillies Wall of Fame in 1993 and inducted into the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame in 2011. Play That Beat was my shit going into 9th grade! The game has said goodbye this year to so many crucial figures in its history: Morgan, Bob Gibson, Tom Seaver, Al Kaline, Lou Brock, Whitey Ford, Allen. [19] He released "Holla at Your Boy" as the album's lead single on 2 January 2010. [9] The album includes the single "Essence" featuring Tems, which became the first Nigerian song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100,[10] and reached the top ten following a remix released by Justin Bieber. Mr. Simmons missed the 1951 season while serving in Germany, but went 14-8 on his 1952 return, was the National Leagues All-Star Game starter, and led the league in shutouts with six. Finally he stormed off, heaving the resin bag high in the air in disgust. But in 1985, on the recommendation of the late UPI columnist Milton Richman, George Steinbrenner hired Meyer as a minor-league pitching coach. We've received your submission. After a thorough investigation, the newspaper concluded Wizkid impregnated then-undergraduate student Sola Ogudugu. In 2018, he was featured on the song "Checklist" by Normani and Calvin Harris, which reached number-one on the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart. ), Darryl-C (Hip Hop Performer, member of the Crash Crew), La Shu-Bee (Hip Hop performer, member of Crash Crew), Barry Bistro (Early hip-hop performer from NYC; also called Barry B-stro; member of Crash Crew), Bronx, New York, New York, United States (borough), Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections, Cornell University Library. The population of tiny Egypt was barely over 700, but on the night of June 7, 1947, 6,252 fans gathered in that hamlet just north of Allentown to watch Mr. Simmons, an 18-year-old hometown hero, pitch for his local amateur team in an exhibition game against the Phillies. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. and Whiz Kid. His steelworker father promised the Phillies hed give them the final offer when the bidding started. In October 2013, he uploaded a picture of himself and his 2-year-old son, Boluwatife Balogun, to his Instagram account. A prominent figure in the modern-day Afrobeats music scene, Wizkid is regarded as one of the biggest and most influential African artists of all time. Sadly Whiz Kid passed away in the late 80s. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy, in 2012. Simmons was 93 years old. Both Channing and myself knew Whiz as Kung Fu head first. 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