Ill health doesn't beat drummer Donald Bailey Nov 9, 2009
The drums are gone, but the precious 22-inch K. Zildjian cymbal Art Blakey gave him in the 1950s, when Blakey was recording for Blue Note Records with his own Jazz Messengers and Bailey for the same company with organ innovator Jimmy Smith, is being kept for him in Southern California by Donald Bailey Jr., one of his eight adult children ... Guitarist Kenny Burrell, who played with Bailey on several Jimmy Smith albums in the late '50s and early '60s, calls the drummer "one of the real unsung... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
As the New Orleans Arena's 10th anniversary is celebrated, its tremendous benefits are more than could have been expected Oct 31, 2009
Friday, October 30, 2009 By Jimmy Smith Staff writer. This is a story about foresight, political savvy and frozen pork chops. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Black College Football HOF headed to Atlanta Oct 7, 2009
Jackson State just check the records and caliber of talent: Walter Payton, Jackie Slater, Jimmy Smith, Robert Brazille, Lem Barney, Wesley Walker, etc. Dell. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Rookie Collison dazzles in scrimmage Oct 4, 2009
Scott puts ball in his hands, point guard delivers in clutch Sunday, October 04, 2009 By Jimmy Smith Staff writer. LAFAYETTE -- It might not be considered a coming out party for Hornets first-round draft choice Darren Collison, but it was a pretty nice debut in front of an enthusiastic crowd Saturday. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Hornets looking to develop chemistry Sep 17, 2009
Scott: Lafayette stay will help bond team Thursday, September 17, 2009 By Jimmy Smith Staff writer ... Jimmy Smith can be reached at jsmith@timespicayune. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Couple Coordinates Quassy 'MusicFest'to Benefit Early Breast Cancer Detection Sep 2, 2009
Former band member Felix Cavaliere once described The Rascals as having the voice of Marvin Gaye, the piano playing of Ray Charles, the organ playing of Jimmy Smith, production values of Phil Spector and the song-writing abilities of The Beatles. With an infectious blend of rock and soul, the group provided the soundtrack to the 60s, churning out the number-one hits "Good Lovin'," "Groovin'" and "People Got to Be Free," plus a long string of Top-40 favorites like "A Beautiful Morning," "How Can... (Voices, CT)
Renault F1 appeals over European Grand Prix suspension for loose wheel at Hungarian GP Aug 17, 2009
(AP) Former Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Jimmy Smith is scheduled to be in court to resolve drug charges filed against him in April. SAN ANTONIO (AP) Keith Brooking realized how different things really were while on the way to his first training camp with the Dallas Cowboys. (FOX61, CT)
LB Keith Brooking leaves home for 12th season, rejuvenated by move from Georgia to Cowboys Aug 17, 2009
STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Sports Writer. 4:13 AM EDT, August 17, 2009. (FOX61, CT)
Former Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Jimmy Smith faces hearing on drug charges Aug 17, 2009
(AP) Former Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Jimmy Smith is scheduled to be in court to resolve drug charges filed against him in April. He is scheduled to appear Monday in Jacksonville on charges of possession of cocaine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia. (FOX61, CT)
'20s come roarin' back Jul 19, 2009
Chet Susslin / The Citizen Julie Cardia, (Lucille Early), looks on as David Edwards, (Jimmy Smith), and Joyce Nolen, (Sue Smith), kiss in a rehearsal of No, No, Nanette at the Westminster Presbyterian Church hall ... Jimmy Smith, a man who has made his fortune publishing Bibles, takes Nanette, his ward, to his cottage in Atlantic City, against his wife's wishes. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
JAZZ FUNERAL Jun 16, 2009
Three decades ago, New Orleans' first NBA team departed from its home at the Dome Sunday, June 07, 2009 By Jimmy Smith Staff writer. It was an all-too-brief and passionate love affair, a five-year marriage between a city and its fledgling NBA basketball team sparked by an enigmatic superstar in a league, at the time, struggling for unconditional national acceptance. (Nola.com -- Sports)
When dealing with legends, there’s rarely an exit strategy Jun 6, 2009
journalist jimmy smith. June 5th, 20098:38 pm. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Brown chooses to stay with N.O. Jun 5, 2009
He exercises option; Hornets' roster at 11 Friday, June 05, 2009 By Jimmy Smith Staff writer ... Jimmy Smith can be reached at jsmith@timespicayune. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Rescuers Seek Air France Jet; Still No Word Jun 2, 2009
Channel 4 obtains the FHP's dashboard camera video of the April arrest of Jimmy Smith after troopers say they found cocaine and marijuana in the former Jaguars receiver's car ... Former Jaguars receiver Jimmy Smith was arrested in April after troopers say they found marijuana and cocaine in his vehicle. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Parker Players rock 'n' roll into the 50s May 8, 2009
Sarah Duffet as Lavrene and Jimmy Smith as Lenny dance at Ralph's Diner. Parker Players rock 'n' roll into the 50s. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’ at CSCC Saturday Apr 20, 2009
The performance stars Columbia State students Kate Byrd of Mt. Pleasant as Millie Dillmount, Courtney Beaton of East Syracuse, N.Y., as Miss Dorothy Brown, Seth Teegarden of Brentwood as Jimmy Smith, Daniel Mills of Lawrenceburg as Mr. Graydon, Melody Ramos of Brentwood as Mrs. Meers and Anna Guarino of Brentwood as Muzzy. Thoroughly Modern Millie is based on the book by Richard Morris and Dick Scanlan and the screenplay by Richard Morris. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
PRESENT MEETS PAST Apr 12, 2009
In a rollicking arena, the Hornets ushered in their New Orleans era against an opponent fans were very familiar with Sunday, April 12, 2009 By Jimmy Smith Staff writer. The schedule-maker in the NBA office in New York apparently had a mischievous streak. (Nola.com -- Sports)
8 Mile Review Apr 8, 2009
Set in Detroit, the movie is the story of Jimmy Smith (Eminem), a white-boy rapper who goes by the name Bunny Rabbit while trying to make a name for himself. Meanwhile, he has a trailer-trash mom () and a little sister at home. (IGN FilmForce)
The Gourds play Melting Point tonight Mar 28, 2009
The Gourds - Russell, Jimmy Smith (bass, vocals), Claude Bernard (accordion, keyboards, vocals), Keith Langford (drums, vocals) and Max Johnston (violin, mandolin, guitar, vocals) - will return to Athens tonight to perform at the Melting Point ... " The Gourds - Russell, Jimmy Smith (bass, vocals), Claude Bernard (accordion, keyboards, vocals), Keith Langford (drums, vocals) and Max Johnston (violin, mandolin, guitar, vocals) - will return to Athens tonight to perform at the Melting Point. A big... (Athens Banner-Herald)
One Night With Blue Note Highlights... Mar 2, 2009
The concert continues with some great performances by Art Blakey who had to be flown in from England for the date, Lou Donaldson who was just as funky as ever, organ master Jimmy Smith joined him for a lovely turn on Blues Walk. Grover Washington worked some summer magic with Kenny Burrell for their rendition of Summertime, Cecil Taylor pounds and beats great emotion out of the piano for his solo turn and Stanley Turrentine was majestic as usual. (Suite101.com)
RECIEP FOR DISASTER Feb 22, 2009
Weary Hornets drummed by emotional Jazz Sunday, February 22, 2009 Jimmy Smith Staff writer. SALT LAKE CITY -- Coming off a gut-wrenching overtime loss against the best team in the NBA on Friday night to a game against a club emotionally wracked by the death of their beloved owner was not an appetizing offering for the Hornets on Saturday night. (Nola.com -- Sports)
December 1-15, 2008, Obituaries Feb 18, 2009
Survivors include her husband, Jimmy Smith of LaFayette; daughter and son-in-law, Anna Lee and Trae Whitehead of Lyerly; son, Shawn Tucker of Summerville; sister and brother-in-law, Judy B. and Don Gray of Rising Fawn; brother and sister-in-law, Adrian and Jolie Brock of Chattanooga, Tenn ... Survivors include her husband, Jimmy Smith of LaFayette; daughter and son-in-law, Anna Lee and Trae Whitehead of Lyerly; son, Shawn Tucker of Summerville; sister and brother-in-law, Judy B. and Don Gray of... (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
