The Rhythm & Blues Foundation, which ran out of cash and musicians to honor, has revived its Pioneer Awards, honoring Chubby Checker (“The Twist”), the recently rediscovered Bettye LaVette, Barbara ...
Barbara Mason had had one minor hit on Arctic by the time "Yes I'm Ready" came out in March 1965, and hit the Top 10 on both the R&B and pop charts. (Courtesy of the artist) ...