Waitkus recovered from the wound, but the incident became the genesis for the movie "The Natural. " 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). [68] It also debuted at number 58 on the Canadian Albums Chart. [28], Wizkid toured London in 2012 and performed at the HMV Apollo on 4 June 2012. [29] He worked with Banky W., Skales, Shaydee and Niyola to record E.M.E's compilation album Empire Mates State of Mind (2012). We've received your submission. [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. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. He was 93. Mr. Simmons struggled initially, going 7-12 in 1948 and 4-10 in 1949. [106][107] In August 2013, Wizkid signed L.A.X to Starboy, as its first recording act. Wizkid's fifth album More Love, Less Ego was released on 11 November 2022. 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. His manager in the contest was none other than Babe Ruth. Whiz Kid discography and songs: Music profile for Whiz Kid, born 21 October 1961. . 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. Then in 1960, at just 31, he was released during a West Coast road trip. My strength is the ability to change speeds and my motion.. [17] While visiting OJB's Point Beat Studios frequently, he watched 2 Face Idibia record songs for his Grass 2 Grace album. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. Trea Turner, Phillies reach $300M, 11-year deal: AP source. Also Known As. FOR SALE! Ironically me (MC Lucky) and his brother Mike (Mike G) had another dj who is the brother of the late Pumpkin. [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. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. 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. Curt Simmons, Philadelphia Phillies grabbed the ball off the Giants bat, still rolling on his back. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. 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. Simmons went 193-183 with 163 complete games, 36 shutouts and a 3.54 ERA in 569 career appearances (462 starts) over 20 . 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. [111] Other artists signed to the label include Legendury Beatz, R2Bees, Terri, and Efya. [36] In an interview with Ok!Nigeria TV at Disturbing Headquarters in London, he said the mixtape would be released in April. 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 . Hall of Famers Hank Aaron and Stan Musial both cited Mr. Simmons as the pitcher who gave them the most trouble. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . The single became Wizkid's first number-one single as a featured artist in these territories. [73], In mid-2019, Wizkid was featured on Beyonc's "Brown Skin Girl", taken from the critically acclaimed The Lion King: The Gift soundtrack. He made this announcement on Instagram shortly after the conclusion of 2Face Idibia's Fortified tribute concert.[57]. 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. [55] In July 2015, Wizkid announced on Twitter that Anglique Kidjo would be featured on the album. Memphis music:Stax Records alumni salute founder Jim Stewart during emotional museum event A banker by trade, the mild-mannered Stewart was an unlikely convert to R&B and soul music, but he would . Tweet. [87], In September 2022, Wizkid headlined the Rolling Loud Toronto hip-hop festival, becoming the first African artist in history to achieve this feat. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. He sold the golf course to developers in 2019. Whats really funny is that Whiz was the one who really introduced me to Chan! My fingers start snapping and my hands start clapping. Whiz Kid was a god like Thor on the decks and its shocking that he doesnt get the mention from many of his peers about his greatness. He also released a collaboration with American singer, H.E.R., titled "Smile". He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy, in 2012. Getty Images. But by 1959, the Phils were entrenched in last place and elbow and shoulder ailments had diminished Mr. Simmons effectiveness. PHILADELPHIA Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. The album's production was handled by Sarz, Shizzi, Uhuru, Del B, Dokta Frabz, Maleek Berry, Legendury Beatz and Spellz. Paul Nice at the time was placing ads in the back of the Source Magazine selling these films on VHS. 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. [53] In April 2015, both Wizkid and Chris Brown performed "African Bad Gyal" at Brown's concert in Durban, South Africa. The tour kicked off in July and ended in September 2012. [79] The album launch was later postponed due to the Nigerian End SARS protests nationwide, until 30 October 2020. 08 ERA for the Phillies, and 1953, when he went 15-5 for the Dodgers. Meyer and Waitkus had had dinner together before Waitkus met Steinhagen in her hotel room. [67] Its production was handled by Sarz, Del B, Spellz, Dre Skull, DJ Mustard, Major Lazer, and the Picard Brothers. Mr. Simmons was promoted from Wilmington to pitch the 47 Phils final game. [99] On 30 April 2013, Nigerian Entertainment Today reported that Wizkid and E.M.E had reunited after contract negotiations. Im a pitcher now, no longer a thrower, Mr. Simmons said at the time. 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 has the maturity and concentration. 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". [127], In an interview with Alex Frank of Vogue magazine in February 2015, Wizkid said he wears a mixture of streetwear and traditional Nigerian clothes. [26] On 12 June 2011, Wizkid hosted a launch party for the album at the Expo Hall of the Eko Hotel and Suites. You see, I think the money has got to him a little. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete . He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. See more. [120] In December 2012, Wizkid denied the baby scandal during an interview with Nonye Ben-Nwankwo of The Punch. READ MORE: The Phillies World Series history, from The Inquirer photo archives. I need music energy from my head to my feet - ah. 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. The History: Moved to Germany wanted to DJ. Simmons went 115-110 with 109 complete games, 18 shutouts and a 3.66 ERA in 325 games in 13 seasons with the team. His Sunday column, 'Franks Place', examines Philadelphias rich sports history. A pitcher of moderate success (94-73, 3. [103] He revealed to Yvonne Ekwere of Silverbird Television that he planned on signing new acts to the label. [70], Wizkid became the first Afrobeats artist to appear in the 2018 Guinness World Records for his contribution to "One Dance". Its how we live. He lost Game 6 to Jim Bouton and the Yankees, but the Cardinals won Game 7 behind Gibson. 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. [126] and comedian Mr. 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 was 93. Simmons started two games for the 1964 World Series champion Cardinals, who beat the Yankees in seven games. Someone else in the NY trading circle put me up on his true identity. 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. which was famously remixed by Steinski to form Lesson One. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on financial support from readers like you. When my arm got sore in 1954 and 1955 thats what bothered me.. [78] Later that year, he also released the singles "Joro" and "Ghetto Love". [88][89], More Love, Less Ego was released on 11 November 2022. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. [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. As part of that agreement, and as a way to see how Mr. Simmons performed against major leaguers, the Phillies scheduled the Egypt exhibition. 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! Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies 'Whiz Kids' team, died Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022 in Ambler, Pa. [45], In February 2014, Wizkid became the first Nigerian musician to have over one million followers on Twitter. The song premiered on Drake's OVO Sound Radio the same month. [31][32] On 12 November 2012, Wizkid performed at the BBC Radio 1Xtra Live 02 Academy in Brixton alongside Trey Songz, Tulisa, Kendrick Lamar and Angel. Ex-Phils manager and longtime big-league scout Hans Lobert called Mr. Simmons the best prospect hed ever seen. [121], Wizkid became engulfed in battles on Twitter with several artists, including his erstwhile boss Banky W[122] and former label mate Skales. [12], Wizkid was born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun on 16 July 1990, in Surulere, Lagos. Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter, Susan. 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. [37] Wizkid later announced that he would be releasing his second studio album on 12 June 2013. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. 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. Free shipping for many products! [133] He is also a recipient of an ASCAP plaque for his songwriting contributions to Drake's "One Dance",[134] which also earned two Guinness World Records, for being the first song to reach a billion streams on Spotify, and at the time being the most streamed song on Spotify. [14][1] He grew up listening to King Sunny Ade, Fela Kuti and Bob Marley. Gregorio Borgia/AP. Wizkid left E.M.E. 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. New York won on a home run by Mickey Mantle off knuckleballer Barney Schultz in the bottom of the ninth. 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. [48][49] Wizkid was invited as a special guest for some shows on Tinie Tempah's tour of the UK in 2014. Sadly Whiz Kid passed away in the late 80s. Harold McGuire aka Whiz Kid was married to Betty McGuire aka Betty Boo. [19][17] He cited Naeto C as one of the people who mentored and coached him when he was 15 years old. GLOBE & WHIZ Kid Play That Beat Mr DJ Vinyl Record Electro Hip Hop 1983 VG + - $47.75. Concerned by his awkward, across-the-body motion, the Phillies tried to adjust his delivery. [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. ), 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. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. By then, at the urging of Phils manager Eddie Sawyer, hed become a different pitcher, relying on his funky delivery, his offspeed pitches, and his mind. On Point is produced by WBUR for NPR. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. Prior to announcing plans for a second studio album, Wizkid had plans to release a mixtape in April 2013. [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. The album incorporates elements of Afrobeats, R&B, dancehall, and reggae. He was 93. In original shrink Vinyl looks like new and play tested Perfect - 125566855485 The concert took place at the Eko Convention Centre in the Eko Hotels and Suites. [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. He was 93. Mr. Simmons struck out the first two batters and ended up with 11 Ks in a 4-4 tie. iconic Phillies "Whiz Kids" team, full of young players. He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. His military service also caused him to miss the 1951 season. ", "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. He was 93. [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. 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 . His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. Klaas Gerling (born January 3, 1981), simply known as Klaas. 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. It features Grammy-nominated Nigerian musician Femi Kuti. Please enter valid email address to continue. Astros win World Series in Game 6 against the Phillies. [41] The Del B-produced "On Top Your Matter" was released as the album's second single on 26 October 2013. He also earned three All-Star nods in 1952, 1953, and 1957. He might remember better but I think Chan mailed me for one of my catalogs when I was selling flicks out of The Source. 1', "Samas 27: Nominations are out and men are leading the nods", "WizKid Essence (Remix) feat Justin Bieber", "Wizkid's 'Essence' hits a new peak of No. Simmons' wife of 60 years, Dorothy, died in 2012. 11 on Billboard Hot 100 | The Beat 99.9 FM Port-Harcourt", "Wizkid's 'Essence' moves up to No. Though often overshadowed by longtime rotation mate Robin Roberts, Mr. Simmons left his mark on two memorable Phillies seasons 14 years apart. [130][131][132] He is the most awarded African artist at the BET Awards (3), Soul Train Awards (3), Billboard Awards (3), iHeartRadio Music Awards (2) and MOBO Awards (6). His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. 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. He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid,[3] is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy, in 2012. DJ WHIZ KID, Portmore. He was selected to three All-Star teams with the Phillies in 1952-53 and 1957. Sadboy Fanatics hosts group sessions for fans to express their frustrations and introduce them to new mental health practices. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 60 years, Dorothy, in 2012. 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. 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