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. The iconic Phillies . GLOBE & WHIZ Kid Play That Beat Mr DJ Vinyl Record Electro Hip Hop 1983 VG + - $47.75. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. In 1993, Simmons was inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame. He also earned three All-Star nods in 1952, 1953, and 1957. I probably put them in a slump, he said. Concerned by his awkward, across-the-body motion, the Phillies tried to adjust his delivery. [44] On 23 November 2013, he performed at the Guinness Big Eruption Concert in Accra, Ghana. We finally convinced Harold G (as he was known) to join us, we dropped the other dj, and became DJ Whiz Kid and the High Powered MCs. [85] In the same month, he also received four Soul Train Awards nominations, winning one for "Essence" for Best collaboration. after his contract expired. My fingers start snapping and my hands start clapping. In 2017, Billboard reported that Wizkid signed a multi-album worldwide record deal with RCA Records, a subsidiary of Sony Music. He also played for the St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Cubs and California Angels. [117][118] The children were born in 2011, 2016, 2017, and 2022. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. vkgy Prior to announcing plans for a second studio album, Wizkid had plans to release a mixtape in April 2013. Wizkid established Starboy Entertainment in March 2013. In an interview with a Nigerian Entertainment Today editor, he denied having a child. He spent the next two decades out of baseball. [103] He revealed to Yvonne Ekwere of Silverbird Television that he planned on signing new acts to the label. Primarily a Caribbean-influenced record, SFTOS encompasses several other genres, including Afrobeats, EDM, R&B, and house. Meyer was in three World Series and was a member of the 1955 world champion Dodgers. / CBS Philadelphia. [22] Its music video was nominated for Most Gifted Newcomer Video at the 2011 Channel O Music Video Awards. [63][64], In March 2017, he signed a record deal with RCA Records. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . But me, Ive been holding back on what I show. Learn more about Social Responsibility at WHYY. [40] On 17 October 2013, he performed at the 2013 edition of Felabration, a yearly concert dedicated to Fela Kuti. Hearing this rough mix of early Hip Hop DJing captured me at the present moment, the same way it did when I first started hearing DJ in the early 80s. 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. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. In September 2014, he released the self-titled second studio album, Ayo. 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. Died. 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. [81], On 13 August 2021, he released a remix of "Essence", featuring Canadian singer Justin Bieber. Hip hop mixtapes first appeared in the mid-1970s in New York City, featuring artists such as Kool Herc and Afrika Bambaataa. [12], Wizkid was born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun on 16 July 1990, in Surulere, Lagos. [citation needed] SFTOS debuted at number 107 on the US Billboard 200. 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. 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. WHYY thanks our sponsors become a WHYY sponsor. 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. 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. New York won on a home run by Mickey Mantle off knuckleballer Barney Schultz in the bottom of the ninth. He was beatified on Saturday, making him the first millennial to be put on the path to Catholic sainthood. He was inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame in 1993. The iconic Phillies "Whiz Kids" team, full of young players, won the National League pennant before falling in four games to the New York Yankees in the World Series. He was 93. It was because of Mr. Gasca that the likes of The Rza, Quentin Tarantino, Samuel Jackson, New Yorkers and Hip Hop kids could get their fix and own these flicks on VHS from the mid 80s well into the 90s. He won 193 big-league games and was a three-time National League All-Star. The single became Wizkid's first number-one single as a featured artist in these territories. & Whiz Kid - Play That Beat Mr. D.J. [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. The song broke multiple records, making Wizkid the first Afrobeats artist to appear in the Guinness World Records. The album was supported by six singles, including the song "Jaiye Jaiye". [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. Simmons pitched 20 years in MLB, and was on the Phillies from 1947-1950 and 1952-1960. [90] He travelled to Beirut, Lebanon, with Tiwa Savage for a Pepsi commercial shoot. He challenges hitters with his mind.. Play That Beat was my shit going into 9th grade! Both Channing and myself knew Whiz as Kung Fu head first. That style made him an effective counterpoint to fireballing Cardinals ace Bob Gibson. [111] Other artists signed to the label include Legendury Beatz, R2Bees, Terri, and Efya. [100] Wizkid departed E.M.E following the release of his second studio album and the expiration of his five-year contract. [39], On 2 May 2013, Wizkid released the album's lead single "Jaiye Jaiye". Stream WHYY-FM, read the top stories from WHYY News, and listen to the latest podcast from WHYY Digital Studios anytime, anywhere. 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 youthful 1950 Phillies team that captured the citys imagination and the franchises first pennant in 35 years. Break out your top hats and monocles; it's about to classy in here. Bob Miller, who pitched 10 seasons with the Phillies and was in the rotation of the 1950 Whiz Kids, died two weeks ago. He has remixed songs for Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike (2016), DJ Antoine , Stromae , Armand Van Helden and Eric Morillo . He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. The History: Moved to Germany wanted to DJ. All rights reserved. Every pitcher should study him, then-Cardinals manager Johnny Keane said of Mr. Simmons. He was 93. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. History. [42] The song's music video directed and shot in South Africa by Sesan. He also missed the entire 1951 season while fulfilling his military commitment. 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. High quality Dj Whiz Kid Died inspired Art Prints by independent artists and designers from around the world. PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Philadelphia Phillies great is no longer with us. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. Whiz Kid. 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. One of the greatest pitchers in franchise history, the lefty posted a record of 115-110 with 109 complete games, 18 . He was 93. As a Whitehall High senior, hed yielded just 12 hits in 43 innings while striking out 102. Getty Images. Originally Harold (Whiz Kid) didnt even want to djhe just did it in the house. [136] He is also the most awarded artiste in The Headies award history. In original shrink Vinyl looks like new and play tested Perfect - 125566855485 [19][17] He cited Naeto C as one of the people who mentored and coached him when he was 15 years old. [83][84], In November 2021, at the 64th Annual Grammy Award, his album, Made in Lagos and his song "Essence" earned him two Grammy nominations. [119], In August 2011, Nigerian Entertainment Today reported that the singer fathered his first child at the age of 21. The launch party featured performances from Banky W, Skales, 2face Idibia, Samklef, Wande Coal, D'Prince, Olamide, eLDee, Jesse Jagz, Ice Prince, Lynxxx and Seyi Shay. Carol gave a glimpse of her home in the . In October 2013, he uploaded a picture of himself and his 2-year-old son, Boluwatife Balogun, to his Instagram account. Together we can reach 100% of WHYYs fiscal year goal. Was turned down by every club & every crew. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The photo confirmed the 2011 report published by Nigerian Entertainment Today. liberty mutual commercial actor doug's wife liberty mutual commercial actor doug's wife 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. Lists Contributions. Among Phillies pitchers, he ranks fifth all-time in both victories (115) and innings pitched (1,939). It was initially released as a freestyle rap. I need music energy from my head to my feet - ah. Simmons went 115-110 with 109 complete games, 18 shutouts and a 3.66 ERA in 325 games in 13 seasons with the team. 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Free shipping for many products! [88][89], More Love, Less Ego was released on 11 November 2022. 1, centering mainly on Wizkid, and containing features from Chronixx, and a variety of other artists. Wizkid inked a record deal with Empire Mates Entertainment in 2009. It was initially titled Chosen. He was selected to three All-Star teams with the Phillies in 1952-53 and 1957. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. Among Phillies pitchers, Simmons is fifth all-time in wins and innings, pitching 1,939.2 innings. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. It features guest appearances from Femi Kuti, Banky W., Seyi Shay, Phyno, Tyga, Akon and Wale. A series of hip surgeries incapacitated him in recent years. His steelworker father promised the Phillies hed give them the final offer when the bidding started. 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. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. [26] On 12 June 2011, Wizkid hosted a launch party for the album at the Expo Hall of the Eko Hotel and Suites. A . Fortunately, I had my old Army boots on. He was traded to the Cubs for third baseman Randy Jackson after that season and retired in 1959. As more tapes became available, they began to be. Meyer's best seasons were 1949, when he was 17-8 with a 3. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He also missed the entire 1951 season while fulfilling his military commitment. [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. 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All Rights Reserved. But after hearing Whiz Kid, I instantly knew there was something special about him and rightly so, he after all did win 3 Best DJ awards at the New Music Seminar. ", "Wizkid "Ojuelegba Remix" [ft. Drake & Skepta]", "Wizkid Reveals His New Album Includes Chris Brown Collaboration Called 'African Bad Girl', "Videos: Watch Wizkid and Chris Brown perform together in South Africa", "Wizkid Shares New Single 'Expensive Shit', "Angelique Kidjo, Chris Brown on Wizkid's next album", "How 2face made Wizkid postpone his album release", "Wizkid first Nigerian pop star on Billboard chart", "Drake Reunites Jay Z & Kanye West on 'Pop Style,' Taps Wizkid & Kyla for 'One Dance', "Drake Scores First Hot 100 No. Meyer broke in with the Cubs in 1946 and was sold to the Phillies in 1948. When he got to the dugout, he grabbed his crotch in front of the national TV audience. 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. [33], Between 2012 and 2014, Wizkid recorded his second studio album Ayo. He made the 1952, 1953 and 1957 All-Star teams with the Phillies, starting the Midsummer Classic twice, the Phillies said. [95][96] In June 2015, Pulse Nigeria reported that Wizkid had left MTN and signed a 128 million deal with GLO. [99] It was also reported that money was at the centre of the controversy. He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. His manager in the contest was none other than Babe Ruth. Frank is a columnist and general assignment reporter focusing on sports enterprise, projects and features. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The group, based in New York City, consisted of members DJ Daryll C. (who died in 1999 due to diabetes), G. Man, La Shubee, Barry Bistro, Ek Mike C., and Reggie Reg.) 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