I need music energy from my head to my feet - ah. [87], In September 2022, Wizkid headlined the Rolling Loud Toronto hip-hop festival, becoming the first African artist in history to achieve this feat. He was selected to three All-Star teams with the Phillies in 1952-53 and 1957. Simmons was inducted on to the Phillies' Wall of Fame in 1993 and into the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame in 2011. [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. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. Hip hop mixtapes first appeared in the mid-1970s in New York City, featuring artists such as Kool Herc and Afrika Bambaataa. [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. He was so humble, he never let on that he was also my DJ idol Whiz Kid. He also missed the entire 1951 season while fulfilling his military commitment. [50], On 5 January 2015, Wizkid released the music video for "Ojuelegba", a song that highlights the struggles he endured in the early years of his recording career. [24] "Don't Dull", the album's third single, was released on 6 December 2010. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 "Whiz Kids" team, died Tuesday at his home in Ambler, Pa., the team announced in a news release. [39], On 2 May 2013, Wizkid released the album's lead single "Jaiye Jaiye". He returned to his original windup in 1950 and, along with the 23-year-old Roberts, pitched the young and exciting Phils into first place. ", "Wizkid "Ojuelegba Remix" [ft. 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His place in baseball will forever be tied to the 1950 Phillies team, who won the NL pennant with a swath of the roster being 26 or younger, hence the "Whiz Kids" moniker. [53] In April 2015, both Wizkid and Chris Brown performed "African Bad Gyal" at Brown's concert in Durban, South Africa. [68] It also debuted at number 58 on the Canadian Albums Chart. I had my ups and downs, arm problems and some tough luck like cutting my toe with a lawn mower in 1953 when I was having a good year, he said in 2014. He would turn his body, give me a view of his backside, then he would throw and I wouldnt see the ball until a split second before he would let it go then it came floating in like plastic., READ MORE: From the archives: Why Phillies pitcher Curt Simmons missed the 1950 World Series is hard to fathom today. In hip hop's earliest days, the music only existed in live form, and the music was spread via tapes of parties and shows. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. They would go on to lose to the Yankees in a four-game sweep. 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. 2023 WWB Holdings, LLC. [25] Superstar was recorded in English and Yoruba. He was 93. [67] Its production was handled by Sarz, Del B, Spellz, Dre Skull, DJ Mustard, Major Lazer, and the Picard Brothers. [90] He travelled to Beirut, Lebanon, with Tiwa Savage for a Pepsi commercial shoot. Born. Simmons pitched 20 years in MLB, and was on the Phillies from 1947-1950 and 1952-1960. 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. [79], On 6 December 2019, Wizkid's label Starboy Entertainment released the EP Soundman Vol. [27] Superstar garnered Best Album of the Year at the 2012 Nigeria Entertainment Awards, and was nominated for Album of the Year at The Headies 2012. [99] On 30 April 2013, Nigerian Entertainment Today reported that Wizkid and E.M.E had reunited after contract negotiations. [111] Other artists signed to the label include Legendury Beatz, R2Bees, Terri, and Efya. WHYY offers a voice to those not heard, a platform to share everyones stories, a foundation to empower early and lifelong learners and a trusted space for unbiased news. [137] He was nominated in the Best Global Music Album and the Best Global Music Performance categories in the 64th Annual Grammy Awards for Made in Lagos Deluxe Edition and "Essence" respectively. In September 2014, he released the self-titled second studio album, Ayo. In 2009, Wizkid signed a record deal with Banky W's Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E). It was initially released as a freestyle rap. Though often overshadowed by longtime rotation mate Robin Roberts, Mr. Simmons left his mark on two memorable Phillies seasons 14 years apart. 480 likes. It features Grammy-nominated Nigerian musician Femi Kuti. A teenage computer gamer and programmer from Italy who devoted the final years of his life to the church until his death in 2006 was beatified over the weekend, making him the . [26] On 12 June 2011, Wizkid hosted a launch party for the album at the Expo Hall of the Eko Hotel and Suites. As part of that agreement, and as a way to see how Mr. Simmons performed against major leaguers, the Phillies scheduled the Egypt exhibition. Years later, he maintained that that gesture prompted the networks to temporarily remove their cameras from dugouts. Described as "one of the greatest pitchers in franchise history," Simmons had a 115-110 Phillies record, pitching 109 complete games with 18 shutouts. [56] In September 2015, he said he was dropping his EP and postponing the release of his third studio album. All rights reserved. Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter Susan. [1] Wizkid attended Ijebu Ode Grammar School. Play That Beat was my shit going into 9th grade! I was mowing a hill at home and pulled the mower back on my left foot, Mr. Simmons said. 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. [20] In mid-2009, he dropped out of Lagos State University (LASU). He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy, in 2012. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. In 1983, Tommy Boy Records held a promotional contest, in which entrants were asked to remix the single "Play That Beat, Mr. D.J." by G.L.O.B.E. We've received your submission. Complete coverage of the Fightin' Phils and their MLB rivals from NBC Sports Philadelphia. You see, I think the money has got to him a little. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Waitkus recovered from the wound, but the incident became the genesis for the movie "The Natural. " Frank is a columnist and general assignment reporter focusing on sports enterprise, projects and features. Play That Beat Mr DJ. He was also present during the recording sessions for Sound Sultan's debut album Jagbajantis. [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. [36] In an interview with Ok!Nigeria TV at Disturbing Headquarters in London, he said the mixtape would be released in April. New York won on a home run by Mickey Mantle off knuckleballer Barney Schultz in the bottom of the ninth. He got his nickname "Mad Monk" when he and four other starters on his high school basketball team all shaved their heads for a championship game. Mr. Simmons struggled initially, going 7-12 in 1948 and 4-10 in 1949. Whiz Kid. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. The album was supported by five singles, including "Come Closer" featuring Drake. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. Every pitcher should study him, then-Cardinals manager Johnny Keane said of Mr. Simmons. In October 2013, he uploaded a picture of himself and his 2-year-old son, Boluwatife Balogun, to his Instagram account. [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. [17] They managed to release an album prior to disbanding. Then came the lawn-mower accident in June 1953. Simmons, who was 21 that season, went 17-8 with a 3.40 ERA in 27 starts before military service in the Korean War pulled him away from the team that September and caused him to miss the World Series. [17] While visiting OJB's Point Beat Studios frequently, he watched 2 Face Idibia record songs for his Grass 2 Grace album. The History: Moved to Germany wanted to DJ. Curt Simmons, a pitcher who helped propel the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies to the franchise's first pennant in 35 years and went on to become one of . 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). 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. Sports support group helps Phillies fans cope with World Series loss. Several teams expressed interest, including the Cardinals, whose manager, Solly Hemus, had played with Mr. Simmons in Philadelphia. Wizkid told Showtime Celebrity he collaborated with Femi Kuti to prevent people from depicting him as an artist whose lyrics revolve around girls, cars, and materialistic things. His mother is a Pentecostal Christian and his father practices Islam. He was 93. As he continued toward the dugout, it came down and hit him on the head. Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter, Susan. Simmons' wife of 60 years, Dorothy, died in 2012. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. [78] Later that year, he also released the singles "Joro" and "Ghetto Love". He was 93. 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. He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. The two bonded over these films and Hip Hop which created a strong friendship until the day Whiz Kid (R.I.P) passed away. Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter, Susan. [40][104] Wizkid first signed Maleek Berry and Legendury Beatz to the label,[105] while Berry became an in-house producer. All rights reserved. Getty Images. Wizkid left E.M.E. He was beatified on Saturday, making him the first millennial to be put on the path to Catholic sainthood. T-shirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more, designed and sold by independent artists around the world. He might remember better but I think Chan mailed me for one of my catalogs when I was selling flicks out of The Source. Whiz kid definition, a youthful and exceptionally intelligent, successful, or influential person in a given field: the whiz kid of network programming. When Showalter was named Yankee manager, he brought Meyer with him as his bench coach in 1992. He was 93. 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. I went from the top of the world to the bottom real quick.. Phillies' last surviving "Whiz Kid" Curt Simmons dies. [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. A . PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Philadelphia Phillies great is no longer with us. [119], In August 2011, Nigerian Entertainment Today reported that the singer fathered his first child at the age of 21. He won 193 big-league games and was a three-time National League All-Star. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. I lost about half-an-inch of my big toe, but it truly didnt bother me that much. One of the greatest pitchers in franchise history, the lefty posted a record of 115-110 with 109 complete games, 18 shutouts, and a 3.66 ERA in 325 games (263 starts) in 13 seasons with the team. Agent DJ Whiz Kid (Early Hip Hop DJ) 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. Mr. Simmons struck out the first two batters and ended up with 11 Ks in a 4-4 tie. He also missed the entire 1951 season while fulfilling his military commitment. A day before Game 1 of the 50 Series, Mr. Simmons received a pass to attend. G.L.O.B.E. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on financial support from readers like you. 1, centering mainly on Wizkid, and containing features from Chronixx, and a variety of other artists. Old school hip-hop DJ and producer best known for his work on Tommy Boy Records, including the classic "Play That Beat Mr. DJ" with MC G.L.O.B.E. Simmons went 193-183 with 163 complete games, 36 shutouts and a 3.54 ERA in 569 career appearances (462 starts) over 20 . It hurt like hell to get on that train, Mr. Simmons said in 2009. [13] He grew up in an interfaith household with twelve female siblings. [23], On 2 April 2010, Wizkid released "Tease Me/Bad Guys" as the album's second single. [29] He worked with Banky W., Skales, Shaydee and Niyola to record E.M.E's compilation album Empire Mates State of Mind (2012). On 17 September, Wizkid released the single "No Stress", and announced that he would be releasing his fourth album, Made in Lagos, on 15 October 2020. He shut out the New York Giants for eight innings and struck out nine in a 3-1 victory. Mr. Simmons signed with St. Louis and over the next six seasons won 68 games and helped the Cardinals reach the 1964 World Series. Despite the lawn-mower setback, in 1954 he posted career bests of 21 complete games and a 2.81 ERA. But me, Ive been holding back on what I show. First published on December 13, 2022 / 1:12 PM. A few days later, Hall of Famer and former Phillie Joe Morgan died. [97], In February 2013, Wizkid tweeted a subliminal message and tweaked his Twitter account. Curt Simmons poses for a photo in March 1953. After four rocky starts in 1960, he was released. PHILADELPHIA Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. Later we added Cisco who used to hang out with Charlie Chase and we became the High Powered 3 MCs. While working on Superstar, Wizkid collaborated with record producers such as E-Kelly, Jay Sleek, Shizzi, DJ Klem, Masterkraft, Q-Beats and Samklef. [10], At the 27th annual South African Music Awards, Made in Lagos received a nomination for the Rest of Africa Award. Lists Contributions. [15] In a radio interview with Tim Westwood in 2012, he said "his father has three wives". (AP Photo). 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. DJ WHIZ KID, Portmore. Trea Turner, Phillies reach $300M, 11-year deal: AP source. He also missed the entire 1951 season while fulfilling his military commitment. He won 193 big-league games and was a three-time National League All-Star. 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. [81], On 13 August 2021, he released a remix of "Essence", featuring Canadian singer Justin Bieber. Paul Nice at the time was placing ads in the back of the Source Magazine selling these films on VHS. There are additional resources for people or communities that have endured gun violence in Philadelphia. Nick Tricome [41] The Del B-produced "On Top Your Matter" was released as the album's second single on 26 October 2013. He was 93. [28], Wizkid toured London in 2012 and performed at the HMV Apollo on 4 June 2012. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy, in 2012. He later rose to the limelight after releasing "Holla at Your Boy", the lead single from his debut studio album, Superstar (2011), which also spawned the singles "Tease Me/Bad Guys" and "Don't Dull". That style made him an effective counterpoint to fireballing Cardinals ace Bob Gibson. [34] It was reported earlier that the album would feature Don Jazzy, Efya and Olamide. Free shipping for many products! 11 on Billboard Hot 100 | The Beat 99.9 FM Port-Harcourt", "Wizkid's 'Essence' moves up to No. concert", "Pulse Exclusive Wizkid drops MTN for GLO, to earn N120m", "The war within E.M.E as Wizkid shocks fans", "Wizkid confirms he's FINALLY set to leave E.M.E", "Wizkid says he left Banky W's record label without a penny", "EME is Still Family! [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. He was inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame in 1993. It was initially titled Chosen. Here are some key policies likely to come up. Meyer was in three World Series and was a member of the 1955 world champion Dodgers. A Lehigh Valley native who ended a spirited bidding war by signing with the Phillies in 1947, Mr. Simmons was the last of the Whiz Kids . The left-hander won 17 games for the 1950 pennant-winners but missed the World Series when his National Guard unit was activated in September. [38] In an interview with HipTV, Banky W revealed the album's title and commented on the album's delay. The album features guest appearances from Banky W., Skales, D'Prince and Wande Coal. Ive still got lots of new things that Im doing Whiz Kidsource: Ann Arbor News July 23, 1983, DJDJ Whiz KidHeculoidsHip-HopKool HercTommy Boy Records, Nostalgia King Signature Logo T-Shirt (Large), Gizelle Smith and The Mighty Mocambos - Working Woman, Lord Finesse - Suicidal Thoughts (Flexi Disc), Skeme Richards Black Fist Monkey Shoulder Mix, IG Live With Battle Grounds DTX featuring Skeme Richards, Solomon King Screening At The Ritz 5 (Philadelphia). Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. [103] He revealed to Yvonne Ekwere of Silverbird Television that he planned on signing new acts to the label. Meyer's best known temper tantrum happened during a TV "Game of the Week" in 1953 when, as a Dodger, he was pitching against his former Phillies teammates. He was selected to three All-Star teams with the Phillies in 1952-53 and 1957. 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. After a thorough investigation, the newspaper concluded Wizkid impregnated then-undergraduate student Sola Ogudugu. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. [42] The song's music video directed and shot in South Africa by Sesan. The album's production was handled by Sarz, Shizzi, Uhuru, Del B, Dokta Frabz, Maleek Berry, Legendury Beatz and Spellz. [citation needed] The album's release was preceded by three singles: "Daddy Yo" featuring Efya, "Sweet Love", and "Come Closer" featuring Drake. Klaas. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. History. AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlb and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports, Life Cover+ Multiple Benefits in one plan. Simmons stopped the New Yorkers with four hits as the Phils won, 4-0, to give Curt his 16th win. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. After doing a lot of block stuff we started doing the T-Connection with Herc and thats when Whiz Kid really blew up. Asim (formally MC Lucky)Source: The Old School Hip Hop Forum. The following year, he was featured on Beyonc's project The Lion King: The Gift on the single "Brown Skin Girl", which also reached number-one on the World Digital Song Sales chart, and won him a Grammy Award for Best Music Video. He spent the next two decades out of baseball. He also played for the St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Cubs and California Angels. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Please give today. [79] The album launch was later postponed due to the Nigerian End SARS protests nationwide, until 30 October 2020. [14][1] He grew up listening to King Sunny Ade, Fela Kuti and Bob Marley. His Sunday column, 'Franks Place', examines Philadelphias rich sports history. [116], Wizkid has four children with three different women. I probably put them in a slump, he said. Mr. Simmons was promoted from Wilmington to pitch the 47 Phils final game. Further information can be found here. His tirade wasn't over, however. PhillyVoice Staff, Figure skating program in Kensington aims to make the sport accessible for local athletes, Philadelphia Zoo's new exhibit includes life-sized dinosaurs and lots of bugs, Ex-football player from Bucks County among new 'Survivor' competitors, Eagles will host Browns for joint practices in preseason, Six Flags to enhance Hurricane Harbor with more water slides, tree house for young kids, Watch every 'Rocky' movie in order and for free on Pluto TV. [55] In July 2015, Wizkid announced on Twitter that Anglique Kidjo would be featured on the album. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. Last week I interviewed a gentlemen by the name ofJohnnyray Gascawho is known as the person who created the market and introduced a generation of Kung Fu film lovers to Shaw Brothers flicks bootlegged to VHS. Ironically me (MC Lucky) and his brother Mike (Mike G) had another dj who is the brother of the late Pumpkin. Gregorio Borgia/AP. [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. I wanna get down on my favorite sound. Bob Miller, who pitched 10 seasons with the Phillies and was in the rotation of the 1950 Whiz Kids, died two weeks ago. 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. [citation needed] According to MTV Base, the album suffered from a pushed-back release date. Simmons was born May 19, 1929 in Egypt, Pa., graduating from Whitehall High School, where he led the team to three straight Lehigh Valley championships. February 27, 2023; tools and techniques to measure human resource interventions; mass schedule st cecilia catholic church . Sign up for NBC Philadelphia newsletters. He was inducted into the Phillies' Wall of Fame in 1993. Originally Harold (Whiz Kid) didnt even want to djhe just did it in the house. Printed on 100% cotton watercolour textured paper, Art Prints would be at home in any gallery. But 1964 was certainly a highlight, especially the World Series.. & Whiz Kid - Play That Beat Mr. D.J. Both Channing and myself knew Whiz as Kung Fu head first. The song premiered on Drake's OVO Sound Radio the same month. Thanks for contacting us. 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