[108][109] In February 2016, DJ Tunez became the in-house disc jockey,[110] and in May 2016, Efya, R2Bees, and Mr Eazi were signed to the label. (AP Photo/File). 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. Stream WHYY-FM, read the top stories from WHYY News, and listen to the latest podcast from WHYY Digital Studios anytime, anywhere. 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. The concert took place at the Eko Convention Centre in the Eko Hotels and Suites. He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. Follow 32 followers. He was inducted into the Phillies' Wall of Fame in 1993. [78] Later that year, he also released the singles "Joro" and "Ghetto Love". [91][92] On 28 May 2013, Premium Times reported that Wizkid had signed a one-year deal with MTN Nigeria. Meyer's best seasons were 1949, when he was 17-8 with a 3. Simmons started two games for the 1964 World Series champion Cardinals, who beat the Yankees in seven games. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. [citation needed] "African Bad Gyal" was released alongside the pre-order for the album on 9 June 2017,[69] and "Naughty Ride" was released as a promotional track on 23 June 2017. He was selected to three All-Star teams with the Phillies in 1952-53 and 1957. 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. But by 1959, the Phils were entrenched in last place and elbow and shoulder ailments had diminished Mr. Simmons effectiveness. He was traded to the Cubs for third baseman Randy Jackson after that season and retired in 1959. A series of hip surgeries incapacitated him in recent years. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. He was inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame in 1993. [11], In 2012, Wizkid signed a one-year endorsement deal with Pepsi reportedly worth US$350,000. 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. [81], On 13 August 2021, he released a remix of "Essence", featuring Canadian singer Justin Bieber. He shut out the New York Giants for eight innings and struck out nine in a 3-1 victory. On Point is produced by WBUR for NPR. Wizkid Opens Up About His New Record Label, Star Boy Music", "Wizkid floats new label, 'Starboy music', "Wizkid adds Legendury Beatz to Star Boy Entertainment", "Maleek Berry joins Wizkid's Star Boy Entertainment", "Wizkid signs L.A.X to Star Boy Entertainment", "Star boy signs U.S based DJ Tunez to record label", "Wizkid signs top Ghanaian singers to StarBoy Worldwide", "Here's every musician that have ever been 'signed' by Starboy", "Wizkid Signs Ghanaian Stars R2bees, Efya And Mr Eazi To His Starboy Worldwide Label", "Starboy's new artist, Terri, confirms his recording deal", "Wizkid Announces Update On Starboy Entertainment Operations", "How Many Children Does Wizkid Have? He also missed the entire 1951 season while fulfilling his military commitment. He was 93. He has remixed songs for Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike (2016), DJ Antoine , Stromae , Armand Van Helden and Eric Morillo . He started Game 3 of the 1964 World Series. [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. Though often overshadowed by longtime rotation mate Robin Roberts, Mr. Simmons left his mark on two memorable Phillies seasons 14 years apart. I lived in Twin Parks (183 & Prospect) so I would bring Harold and Mike around and we started playing music in the projects. [120] In another interview conducted in Ogudu-GRA, Lagos, he said he really did not want to find himself in that peculiar situation. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. He also released a collaboration with American singer, H.E.R., titled "Smile". Printed on 100% cotton watercolour textured paper, Art Prints would be at home in any gallery. See more. 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. [53] In April 2015, both Wizkid and Chris Brown performed "African Bad Gyal" at Brown's concert in Durban, South Africa. Years later, he maintained that that gesture prompted the networks to temporarily remove their cameras from dugouts. 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. In September 2014, he released the self-titled second studio album, Ayo. At one point Whiz was like, you need to get up with Channing in Seattle his laser disc collection is SERIOUS ! Paul Nice. In addition to winning the award, he was awarded a 2012 Hyundai Sonata courtesy of the organizers. The newspaper also reported that Wizkid's Pepsi contract was renewed for two more years. 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. [22] Its music video was nominated for Most Gifted Newcomer Video at the 2011 Channel O Music Video Awards. 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 . We've received your submission. Then in 1960, at just 31, he was released during a West Coast road trip. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. The lefty was part of the 1950 Phillies "Whiz Kid" team, missing the World Series to serve in the Korean War. He was 93 . 15 March 1996, New York, NY, United States. Primarily a Caribbean-influenced record, SFTOS encompasses several other genres, including Afrobeats, EDM, R&B, and house. [14][1] He grew up listening to King Sunny Ade, Fela Kuti and Bob Marley. Tommy Boy - TB 836-7 Vinyl, 7" See Details on eBay available at $34.04 Buy It Now , Click to see shipping cost , 30-Day Returns, eBay Money Back Guarantee (AP Photo). His mother is a Pentecostal Christian and his father practices Islam. He has a sizzling fastball and a good curve, Lobert told The Inquirer. 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. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. 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. Simmons, a native of Lehigh Valley, pitched 13 seasons with the Phils, going 115-110 with a 3.66 ERA, 109 complete games, and 18 shutouts across 325 games and 263 starts. [39], On 2 May 2013, Wizkid released the album's lead single "Jaiye Jaiye". The photo confirmed the 2011 report published by Nigerian Entertainment Today. 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. He also missed the entire 1951 season while fulfilling his military commitment. Phillies Wall of Famer Curt Simmons died at his Ambler, Pa., home on Tuesday at 93 years of age. 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. Wizkid left E.M.E. [79], On 6 December 2019, Wizkid's label Starboy Entertainment released the EP Soundman Vol. 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. whiz news obituarieskirkleatham crematorium funerals this week. [11], By February 2021, Wizkid was the most-streamed Nigerian artist of all time on Spotify, with over 3.4 billion streams across all credits. 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 . Ironically me (MC Lucky) and his brother Mike (Mike G) had another dj who is the brother of the late Pumpkin. [88][89], More Love, Less Ego was released on 11 November 2022. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete . While connecting more dots within the Kung Fu and Hip Hop genres, I later find that Whiz Kid was responsible to the meeting of two more Hip Hop gents, DJ / Producer Paul Nice and Seattles Big Chan. We only index and link to content provided on other servers. He was 17-8 with a 3.40 ERA when he was summoned to military service on Sept. 4, the first major-leaguer called up during the Korean War. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. 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 . Yankees expected to make formal offer to top free agency t Dodgers' biggest problem isn't their new shortstop deficit, The Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast, The Show with Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman, Amazin' But True: A NY Mets Baseball Podcast, Gangs All Here: A NY Jets Football Podcast, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry have first night out since bombshell 'Spare' released, 11-year-old reads aloud from 'pornographic' book he checked out from library at school board meeting. Culture. The History: Moved to Germany wanted to DJ. 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. [29] He worked with Banky W., Skales, Shaydee and Niyola to record E.M.E's compilation album Empire Mates State of Mind (2012). Play That Beat Mr DJ. 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. He also played for the St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Cubs and California Angels. Every pitcher should study him, then-Cardinals manager Johnny Keane said of Mr. Simmons. He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. Despite the lawn-mower setback, in 1954 he posted career bests of 21 complete games and a 2.81 ERA. I went from the top of the world to the bottom real quick.. [15] In a radio interview with Tim Westwood in 2012, he said "his father has three wives". He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. His song "Soco" became his first Afrobeats single to be certified Gold in Canada. His Sunday column, 'Franks Place', examines Philadelphias rich sports history. A day before Game 1 of the 50 Series, Mr. Simmons received a pass to attend. First I hear it and then I start to feel it. Originally Harold (Whiz Kid) didnt even want to djhe just did it in the house. [61] Pitchfork writer Sheldon Pearce said the song is a "frolicking, summery jam that revels in all the work he [Wizkid]'s put in. I wanna get down on my favorite sound. Also Known As. The Houston Astros clinched their second World Series title in six seasons with a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 6. The score was tied, 1-1, when he was pulled for a pinch-hitter in the ninth despite having driven in St. Louiss only run with a fifth-inning single. [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. vkgy You see, I think the money has got to him a little. Then came the lawn-mower accident in June 1953. 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 . 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. & WHIZ KID - PLAY THAT BEAT 12" Single USED at the best online prices at eBay! His steelworker father promised the Phillies hed give them the final offer when the bidding started. vkgy is a visual kei library maintained by overseas fans. The best insights from the ultimate insiders, 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Hall of Famers Hank Aaron and Stan Musial both cited Mr. Simmons as the pitcher who gave them the most trouble. 2023 WWB Holdings, LLC. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. Curt Simmons, a member of the Phillies "Whiz Kids" team, has died at the age of 93. I probably put them in a slump, he said. [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. 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. He was inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame in 1993. [17] They managed to release an album prior to disbanding. He made the 1952, 1953 and 1957 All-Star teams with the Phillies, starting the Midsummer Classic twice, the Phillies said. April 24, 2017. [54] Wizkid released "Expensive Shit", an Afrobeats song built on light guitars, saxophone lines and acoustic percussion in May 2015; the song was reported as being a likely inclusion on the album. [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. He sold the golf course to developers in 2019. Zack Wheeler Hits 97 Out of the Chute, Works in a New Pitch, Hates New Pitch Clock, Darick Hall Battling for Phillies Roster Spot, Working in Outfield at Spring Training, Pennsylvania Man Accused of Trying to Bring Explosive on Airplane, Vehicle With Baby Inside Stolen in Upper Darby, Police Say, This 26-Year-Old Pays $0 to Live in a Luxury Tiny Home' She Built for $35,000 in Her Backyard Take a Look Inside, QVC Parent Company Qurate Lays Off 400 as Part of Turnaround Plan. [117][118] The children were born in 2011, 2016, 2017, and 2022. 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. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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 was preceded in death by his wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy, in 2012. [95][96] In June 2015, Pulse Nigeria reported that Wizkid had left MTN and signed a 128 million deal with GLO. Complete coverage of the Fightin' Phils and their MLB rivals from NBC Sports Philadelphia. 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. [citation needed] It was produced by Amsterdam-based Ghanaian producer DJ Henry X. In 2009, Wizkid signed a record deal with Banky W's Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E). For years I've heard the name DJ Whiz Kid (Play That Beat Mr. DJ)weather it be on wax with his partner MC G.L.O.B.E or in passing conversation with older DJ's discussing history and some of the under mentioned DJs and MC's within the Hip Hop universe. [33], Between 2012 and 2014, Wizkid recorded his second studio album Ayo. [66] The album features guest appearances from Drake, Major Lazer, Chris Brown, Ty Dolla Sign, Efya, Bucie and Trey Songz. [120] Wizkid broke his silence on the story during several interviews. 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. Play That Beat was my shit going into 9th grade! [45], In February 2014, Wizkid became the first Nigerian musician to have over one million followers on Twitter. High quality Dj Whiz Kid Died inspired Art Prints by independent artists and designers from around the world. But in 1985, on the recommendation of the late UPI columnist Milton Richman, George Steinbrenner hired Meyer as a minor-league pitching coach. Whats really funny is that Whiz was the one who really introduced me to Chan! It was released on 12 June 2011 by Empire Mates Entertainment. [101] In a video interview with Capital Xtra in October 2019, Wizkid said he left E.M.E without any money.[102]. A pitcher of moderate success (94-73, 3. He was 93. Hip hop mixtapes first appeared in the mid-1970s in New York City, featuring artists such as Kool Herc and Afrika Bambaataa. All rights reserved. [44] On 23 November 2013, he performed at the Guinness Big Eruption Concert in Accra, Ghana. Please enter valid email address to continue. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy, in 2012. 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. 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. [90] He travelled to Beirut, Lebanon, with Tiwa Savage for a Pepsi commercial shoot. 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. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy, in 2012. He was 93. He was 93. [121], Wizkid became engulfed in battles on Twitter with several artists, including his erstwhile boss Banky W[122] and former label mate Skales. Mr. Simmons struggled initially, going 7-12 in 1948 and 4-10 in 1949. Nigerian singer and songwriter (born 1990), The logo of Wizkid's Starboy Entertainment imprint, 19902010: Early life and career beginnings, Wizkid began his singing career when he was 11 years old, in 2001. He later attended Lead City University, but dropped out after completing two sessions. [123] Other artists include Davido,[123] Dammy Krane,[124] Saeon,[123] Samklef,[123] Reekado Banks,[125] blogger Linda Ikeji. He was 93. The album was supported by five singles, including "Come Closer" featuring Drake. Simmons missed part of the 1950 season, including the World Series, due to his service in the National Guard during the Korean War. 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. In 2017, Billboard reported that Wizkid signed a multi-album worldwide record deal with RCA Records, a subsidiary of Sony Music. 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. WHYY + Billy Penn host 100th Mayor: Restoring Safety Forum | Watch live, FILE - Philadelphia Phillies' Curt Simmons, left, autographs a ball for teammate John 'Jocko' Thompson before Game 1 of the World Series against the New York Yankees at Shibe Park in Philadelphia, Oct. 4, 1950. [citation needed] The album's release was preceded by three singles: "Daddy Yo" featuring Efya, "Sweet Love", and "Come Closer" featuring Drake. He was 93. Mr. Simmons was promoted from Wilmington to pitch the 47 Phils final game. [13] He grew up in an interfaith household with twelve female siblings. He was inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame in 1993. 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. Want a digest of WHYYs programs, events & stories? Getty Images. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy, in 2012. He has the maturity and concentration. Several teams expressed interest, including the Cardinals, whose manager, Solly Hemus, had played with Mr. Simmons in Philadelphia. He had a shutout going into the seventh inning when he loaded the bases and went to a full count on future Hall of Famer Richie Ashburn. 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. T-shirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more, designed and sold by independent artists around the world. [67] Its production was handled by Sarz, Del B, Spellz, Dre Skull, DJ Mustard, Major Lazer, and the Picard Brothers. Born. But your walls are better. A . Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter, Susan. [28], Wizkid toured London in 2012 and performed at the HMV Apollo on 4 June 2012. [26] On 12 June 2011, Wizkid hosted a launch party for the album at the Expo Hall of the Eko Hotel and Suites. Lists Contributions. Simmons stopped the New Yorkers with four hits as the Phils won, 4-0, to give Curt his 16th win. 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. 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. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Someone else in the NY trading circle put me up on his true identity. He was 94. Brett Davis/USA TODAY Sports. That sent Meyer into a rage and, upon being ejected from the game, he refused to leave the mound. 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.) His manager in the contest was none other than Babe Ruth. He aslo made the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 1969 and the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame in 2011. The album features guest appearances from Banky W., Skales, D'Prince and Wande Coal. Curt Simmons, Philadelphia Phillies grabbed the ball off the Giants bat, still rolling on his back. He was the last surviving member of the 1950 "Whiz Kids" team. 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. [136] He is also the most awarded artiste in The Headies award history. [41] The Del B-produced "On Top Your Matter" was released as the album's second single on 26 October 2013. 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. Harold McGuire aka Whiz Kid was married to Betty McGuire aka Betty Boo. After a thorough investigation, the newspaper concluded Wizkid impregnated then-undergraduate student Sola Ogudugu. He was selected to three All-Star teams with the Phillies in 1952-53 and 1957. Play That Beat Mr DJ. Astros win World Series in Game 6 against the Phillies. But now Im not so hot on the idea. There are additional resources for people or communities that have endured gun violence in Philadelphia. Paul Nice at the time was placing ads in the back of the Source Magazine selling these films on VHS. 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 . READ MORE: The Phillies World Series history, from The Inquirer photo archives. 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. Carol gave a glimpse of her home in the . [70], Wizkid became the first Afrobeats artist to appear in the 2018 Guinness World Records for his contribution to "One Dance". Prior to announcing plans for a second studio album, Wizkid had plans to release a mixtape in April 2013. The song broke multiple records, making Wizkid the first Afrobeats artist to appear in the Guinness World Records. 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. Described as "one of the greatest pitchers in franchise history," Simmons had a 115-110 Phillies record, pitching 109 complete games with 18 shutouts. 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. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. He also missed the entire 1951 season while fulfilling his military commitment. 480 likes. He was also present during the recording sessions for Sound Sultan's debut album Jagbajantis. [18] He later met OJB Jezreel, a record producer who prevented him from recording for a year. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. All rights reserved. ", "Exclusive: Wizkid Impregnates Undergraduate, Gets Baby Girl", "Exclusive: Inside the private world of Wizkid's son and baby mama + exclusive photos", "Wizkid And Banky W In Intense Fight: "I Made You Who You Are Today" naij.com", "NET Exclusive: How Wizkid broke a bottle on Dammy Krane's head at Quilox night Club", "Wizkid blast Reekado Banks insult for 'Omo Olomo' drop inside EndSARS", "Wizkid, Linda Ikeji in dirty social media war", "Wizkid, Mr Jollof fight dirty over tour with Davido", "Meet Wizkid, Nigeria's Best-Dressed Pop Star", "Wizkid Balogun Wins Grammy For 'Brown Skin Girl', "Grammys 2021: Burna Boy and Wizkid win at music awards", "Wizkid wins first Grammy Award with Beyonce's collaboration", "Recap of Wizkid's international awards and nominations", "Wizkid bags U.S. award for writing Drake's "One Dance", "Top 10 Nigerians in Africa Report's 100 most influential Africans", "Wizkid emerges as the Most awarded artiste in Headies history", "Apple announces third annual Apple Music Award winners", "Wizkid Announces 'Made In Lagos' Tour | Rap-Up", Best-selling singles by year in the United Kingdom, Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree, I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That), BET Award for Best International Act: Africa, Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends, MTV Europe Music Award for Best African Act, MTV Europe Music Award for Best Worldwide Act, NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration, NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Music Video, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wizkid&oldid=1142063679, Articles with dead external links from February 2020, Articles with permanently dead external links, Short description is different from Wikidata, Wikipedia pages semi-protected against vandalism, Pages using infobox musical artist with associated acts, Articles with unsourced statements from May 2020, Official website different in Wikidata and Wikipedia, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 28 February 2023, at 08:58. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. The tour kicked off in July and ended in September 2012. 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). December 13, 2022 / 1:12 PM [55] In July 2015, Wizkid announced on Twitter that Anglique Kidjo would be featured on the album. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. For yearsIve heard the name DJ Whiz Kid(Play That Beat Mr. DJ)weather it be on wax with his partner MC G.L.O.B.Eor in passing conversation with older DJs discussing history and some of the under mentioned DJs and MCs within the Hip Hop universe. In 1945, as part of the Coplay American Legion team, he played in the Pennsylvania American Legion All-Star Game at Shibe Park and the East-West American Legion All-Star Game at the Polo Grounds.

Portland City Knowledge Test Uber, How To Identify Spectator Ions, Articles D