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There are three known artists with this name. Andrew Dewey Kirk, the band leader from 1930's/40's; Andy Kirk, a contemporary ambient/electronica musician; and Andy Kirk, a contemporary Christian musician. 1) Andrew Dewey Kirk (May 28, 1898 in Newport, Kentucky – December 11, 1992 in New York City) was a jazz bass saxophonist and tubist best known as a bandleader. He started his musical career playing with George Morrison's band, but then went on to join Terrence Holder's Dark Clouds of Joy. In 1929 he was elected leader after Holder departed. Renaming themselves Twelve Clouds of Joy they set up in...

Dame Emma Carolyn Kirkby (* 26. Februar 1949 in Cambridge) ist eine englische Sopranistin. 1968 begann Emma Kirkby ihr Studium der Altphilologie in Oxford und nahm zusätzlich Gesangsunterricht bei Jessica Cash. Danach arbeitete sie als Lehrerin. Zum Vergnügen sang sie in Chören und kleinen Gruppen. Ihre Vorliebe galt der Renaissance- und Barockmusik. 1971 wurde sie Mitglied im Taverner Choir und 1973 begann ihre lange Zugehörigkeit beim Consort of Musicke. Ihr Debüt-Konzert hielt sie 1974 in London und spezialisierte sich dann auf historische Aufführungspraxis. Sie machte Aufnahmen mit dem Taverner Choir und der Academy of Ancient Music, zu einer Zeit, als...

In 1983, Kirk Whalum caught the attention of the pianist Bob James. And, Whalum joined his album "12" (1985). He released his debut album "Floppy Disk" with James' support. From the latter term of 1980's, Whalum began to make a name for himself as a sideman of great insight and musicianship, playing on albums by a wide variety of artists -- including Larry Carlton, Quincy Jones, Luther Vandross, Al Jarreau and many others. He also toured with Whitney Houston. Her song I Will Always Love You's sax solo is Kirk's performance. He signed Warner Bros. Records in 1996, and he...

The Kirkbys were a Liverpool quintet originally called "the Tuxedos", formed and led by guitarist Jimmy Campbell (23rd Turnoff, Rockin' Horse) - he, drummer Kenny Goodlass, guitarist John Lloyd, bassist Alby Power, and vocalist Gerry Savage (soon succeeded by Joe Morouth) were the core lineup of the original band, which had a very accessible pop/rock sound. Their 1965-vintage "Don't You Want Me No More" offers chiming guitars and The Byrds-like harmonies in the best early folk-rock mold, while their slightly later "Dreaming" could pass for a Herman's Hermits outtake. Goodlass left the group to join the somewhat more successful band...

chefkirk is Roger H. Smith. Working under the inclusive category of experimental noise, chefkirk creates distinctive compositions of sound by combining together improvised drone and harsh electronics forced from a minimal arsenal of glitchy instruments and feedback loops. Being a socially and politically conscious citizen of the world, chefkirk illustrates his deep concern and love for all living things through the artwork, titles, and modest messages on his numerous releases. The whole of his work will unquestionably carry his personal message loudly: animals are not ours to eat, wear, experiment on, or use for entertainment, GO VEGAN! chefkirk makes his...