Chuck A. Gentry, an experienced and professional musician with a productive and varied background in the industry, is a guitarist, keyboardist, writer, arranger, and producer. Born in Baltimore, Md. and raised in Mt. Vernon, NY., Chuck began his musical career as lead guitarist for a well-known Baltimore-based band, Man's Theory, the first self-contained African/American band to be signed by MCA records (1975), joining the roster of artists like Elton John, Bernie Taupin, Olivia Newton- John, and Lynard Skynard.
From his hungry club band days in Baltimore and D.C., Chuck relocated to L.A where he performed session and studio work interspersed with several years touring the world with internationally known top-40 groups such as the Bee Gee's and Shalamar. He did significant studio work with Motown artists and worked on projects for producers such as Leon Sylvers, Berry Gordy, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, in addition to working on more than hundreds of projects with various artists, producers, writers, and/or arrangers. In 1987, he signed with A&M Records and joined the roster with Janet Jackson, Barry White, Sting and released "Just Havin Fun." The group The Fit, (the collaborative name of Chuck and the late Vince Ebo) sold extremely well on both adult contemporary and r&b charts and whose video "Just Havin Fun" held strong in the top 20 countdown on both B.E.T.'s video soul (with Donnie Simpson) as well as VH-1 was the most requested for it's time frame.
While Chuck's musical style has always been known for funk, rhythm-n-blues and rock, his versatility has allowed him to work with artists as varied as jazz greats George Duke and Stanley Clarke and pop music sensations of the 70s and 80s, the Jacksons. His personal style has been shaped by artists like Earth, Wind & Fire, Sergio Mendez, James Brown, Burt Bacharach/Hal David, Paul McCartney, Antonio Carlos Jobim and others. In addition, Chuck has recorded with artists such as Stephanie Mills, Cheryl Lynn (Encore single), David Benoit, Klymaxx, Jeffrey Osborne, The Temptations (Reunion album), saxophone great Junior Walker (Blow the House Down album), Dave Koz, Jeff Lorber and more. Chuck's musical focus has evolved into a preference for old school r&b and the smooth fusion guitarists of artists like Eric Gale, Lee Ritenour and David T. Walker. Through collaboration with artists from a variety of musical genres, Chuck developed a reputation as a dedicated, hard-working musician of exceptional talent and creativity. He has honed his talent through a combination of years on the road, thousands of hours in studios, and just working hard to make good music. With his new music release it appears that there's something for all genres this time around.
From his hungry club band days in Baltimore and D.C., Chuck relocated to L.A where he performed session and studio work interspersed with several years touring the world with internationally known top-40 groups such as the Bee Gee's and Shalamar. He did significant studio work with Motown artists and worked on projects for producers such as Leon Sylvers, Berry Gordy, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, in addition to working on more than hundreds of projects with various artists, producers, writers, and/or arrangers. In 1987, he signed with A&M Records and joined the roster with Janet Jackson, Barry White, Sting and released "Just Havin Fun." The group The Fit, (the collaborative name of Chuck and the late Vince Ebo) sold extremely well on both adult contemporary and r&b charts and whose video "Just Havin Fun" held strong in the top 20 countdown on both B.E.T.'s video soul (with Donnie Simpson) as well as VH-1 was the most requested for it's time frame.
While Chuck's musical style has always been known for funk, rhythm-n-blues and rock, his versatility has allowed him to work with artists as varied as jazz greats George Duke and Stanley Clarke and pop music sensations of the 70s and 80s, the Jacksons. His personal style has been shaped by artists like Earth, Wind & Fire, Sergio Mendez, James Brown, Burt Bacharach/Hal David, Paul McCartney, Antonio Carlos Jobim and others. In addition, Chuck has recorded with artists such as Stephanie Mills, Cheryl Lynn (Encore single), David Benoit, Klymaxx, Jeffrey Osborne, The Temptations (Reunion album), saxophone great Junior Walker (Blow the House Down album), Dave Koz, Jeff Lorber and more. Chuck's musical focus has evolved into a preference for old school r&b and the smooth fusion guitarists of artists like Eric Gale, Lee Ritenour and David T. Walker. Through collaboration with artists from a variety of musical genres, Chuck developed a reputation as a dedicated, hard-working musician of exceptional talent and creativity. He has honed his talent through a combination of years on the road, thousands of hours in studios, and just working hard to make good music. With his new music release it appears that there's something for all genres this time around.
Ramaj Entertainment is an indie entertainment company, founded by Harold J. Thomas, that specializes in the development and management of artists , as well as the production & distribution of independent records.
Roster
*Rullet - A North Carolina based rapper who was one of the original artists signed to Ramaj Entertainment in 1997.
*Young Fluid - A Texas based rapper who joined Ramaj Entertainment in Fall of 2006.
*401 Bypass - The alias of label founder Harold J. Thomas , used for breakbeat and house music releases by Ramaj Entertainment.
Roster
*Rullet - A North Carolina based rapper who was one of the original artists signed to Ramaj Entertainment in 1997.
*Young Fluid - A Texas based rapper who joined Ramaj Entertainment in Fall of 2006.
*401 Bypass - The alias of label founder Harold J. Thomas , used for breakbeat and house music releases by Ramaj Entertainment.
Italian Violin Makers by Walter Hamma describes more that 300 famous violins and the instruments chosen are representative examples of the maker's work and not some unusual or uncharacteristic specimen.Numerous opinions and judgements on the subject of violins are based upon this book. The encyclopedia not only contains the great Italian makers but also those of lesser repute. Illustrations show the details of F holes and C-bouts. A total of 148 violin makers from the 17th century up until 1930. Text in English,German, French and Italian.
There 8 editions of this book since 1964. The 8th edition, revised and enlarged by Josef-Stefan Blum, harcover linen bound with dust jacket, printed in 1993- 804 pp.
There 8 editions of this book since 1964. The 8th edition, revised and enlarged by Josef-Stefan Blum, harcover linen bound with dust jacket, printed in 1993- 804 pp.
The spot was an ultimately, non stop, club which was located in Waycross North Carolina on Peg Leg- Trinity Church Rd, the spot was run by the two co-founders Adrian Romeo Mathis, and his cousin Elliot Joel Mathis. The two cousins came up with the idea in mid 2003, by far starting an unbelievably, non stop, action packed era for all the people within a 20 mile radius. The spots official Grand Opening was on July 4th, 2003 when the cousins decided to throw a major celebration for the 4th of July literally making an impact and showing how easy it is to start something from nothing. When the spot started out it was just an average old trailer which use to be owned by the two co founders cousin Darlene Middleton. The spot had 2 bedrooms, Two baths, kitchen, living room, etc. But with the creative minds of the cousins, they knocked down the main wall making a dance floor for all clubbas around, made a v.i.p room, separate bathrooms for men and women, and a separated room for people who needed their privacy when needed. The spot also had a huge display mirror with an 8 ball and the words THE SPOT painted on it, 2 disco balls, a mirror ball, 4-5 music speakers which literally made echos for miles, a strobe light, and blue moon light which shined off of peoples white clothes, and camera view in the V.I.P room so the Co-Founders can keep a good eye on everything going on. It was also noted that the kitchen was blocked off by a bungee chord to ensure no-one interrupts the chef or steals. The spot also use to serve their guests with the best food around, such as Chicken Wings, French Fries, Beer, and on occasions, shrimp and fish (Bass, or Spot Specifically).A funny thing about the spot was the process they had for making a major profit, usually using store bought food charging more, and sometimes having The Delivery Boy (Terrell Mathis) Adrian and Renee's son who was 14 years old at the time, run and deliver food from their house which was located directly across the street.It is also noted that on most major nights, the parking arrangements were very hard due to the fact that the spot was surrounded by a huge field, so most people parked either in front of the spot, or across the street at Adrians house in the front yard. (The spot also had its main events as well). The co-founders threw a party each and every Friday and Saturday Night no matter how big or small the crowd was. The latest part lasted until 6:49 A.M. the following morning making it the longest party ran in Waycross. The Co-founders also celebrated the 4th of July 3 years straight by far doing the impossible and literally making a statement. The spot also was where many parties and anniversaries, such as The Co-Founder Adrian Mathis and his current wife Renee Mathis which took place on August 23, 2003, or the other Co-Founder Elliot Mathis's birthday. Even though the spot wasn't the most extravagant, it always attracted an extremely large crowd, and changed everyones perspective of Waycross. It also started around late 2005 when "The Spot" began to lose its bang and attract fewer crowds than usual, often making it much harder to keep a good profit going. The spot was an era of excitement, but due to personal reasons, the place has been officially disbanded since early 2006
- The history of the spot lives on in Waycross N.C and will probably reunite sooner than you can imagine .
- Key People-
- Adrian Mathis- Founder, Key Owner, DJ,
- Joel Mathis- Founder, Key Owner
- Renee Mathis- Chef, Register
- - Tammie Bland- Chef, Register
- - Reginald Underwood- 2nd DJ
- - Terrell Mathis- Delivery Boy
- Key Facts-
- Age Requirement- 21 or older
- - #1 played Song- R.Kelly- Happy People, Cha Cha Slide, Electric Slide
- - #1 dish- Chicken Wings and French Fries
- - Most People in one night- Over 100
- - Debut Date- July 4th 2003
- - Other Names- The Jam, The Juke Joint, The Ju-Joint
- - Special Occasions- Independence Day 03-04-05, Suprise Parties for Miscellaneous People, Anniversaries, Adrian's 40th birthday bash.
- TRIVIA: Most people in one night- 115
- Most plates served in one night- 38
- Number Of parties thrown- 273
- The history of the spot lives on in Waycross N.C and will probably reunite sooner than you can imagine .
- Key People-
- Adrian Mathis- Founder, Key Owner, DJ,
- Joel Mathis- Founder, Key Owner
- Renee Mathis- Chef, Register
- - Tammie Bland- Chef, Register
- - Reginald Underwood- 2nd DJ
- - Terrell Mathis- Delivery Boy
- Key Facts-
- Age Requirement- 21 or older
- - #1 played Song- R.Kelly- Happy People, Cha Cha Slide, Electric Slide
- - #1 dish- Chicken Wings and French Fries
- - Most People in one night- Over 100
- - Debut Date- July 4th 2003
- - Other Names- The Jam, The Juke Joint, The Ju-Joint
- - Special Occasions- Independence Day 03-04-05, Suprise Parties for Miscellaneous People, Anniversaries, Adrian's 40th birthday bash.
- TRIVIA: Most people in one night- 115
- Most plates served in one night- 38
- Number Of parties thrown- 273