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Simmons went 115-110 with 109 complete games, 18 shutouts and a 3.66 ERA in 325 games in 13 seasons with the team. 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. [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. 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. WHYY thanks our sponsors become a WHYY sponsor. [13] He grew up in an interfaith household with twelve female siblings. which was famously remixed by Steinski to form Lesson One. 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. [17] They managed to release an album prior to disbanding. [27] Superstar garnered Best Album of the Year at the 2012 Nigeria Entertainment Awards, and was nominated for Album of the Year at The Headies 2012. Meyer is survived by his wife, Dorothy, and three children. 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. He was 93. PHILADELPHIA Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. 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. The album was supported by six singles, including the song "Jaiye Jaiye". Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. As a Whitehall High senior, hed yielded just 12 hits in 43 innings while striking out 102. He is best known for his remix of Infinity by Guru Josh , which peaked 1st on the Belgian chart and 2nd on the Dutch chart in 2008. He won 193 big-league games and was a three-time National League All-Star. In original shrink Vinyl looks like new and play tested Perfect - 125566855485 Complete coverage of the Fightin' Phils and their MLB rivals from NBC Sports Philadelphia. Despite the lawn-mower setback, in 1954 he posted career bests of 21 complete games and a 2.81 ERA. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Philadelphia Phillies great is no longer with us. But after hearing Whiz Kid, I instantly knew there was something special about him and rightly so, he after all did win 3 Best DJ awards at the New Music Seminar. Together we can reach 100% of WHYYs fiscal year goal. 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. [78] Later that year, he also released the singles "Joro" and "Ghetto Love". His steelworker father promised the Phillies hed give them the final offer when the bidding started. PHOENIX Russ (Monk) Meyer, one of baseball's most colorful characters as a 1950 Phillies "Whiz Kid," a member of the Brooklyn Dodgers' "Boys of Summer" and, finally, a Yankee bench coach under Buck Showalter, has died. In an interview with a Nigerian Entertainment Today editor, he denied having a child. [61] Pitchfork writer Sheldon Pearce said the song is a "frolicking, summery jam that revels in all the work he [Wizkid]'s put in. Trea Turner, Phillies reach $300M, 11-year deal: AP source. History. As he continued toward the dugout, it came down and hit him on the head. 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. Simmons started two games for the 1964 World Series champion Cardinals, who beat the Yankees in seven games. High quality Dj Whiz Kid Died inspired Art Prints by independent artists and designers from around the world. 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. The album was made available for purchase and online streaming on several music platforms, including Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, Deezer and Google Play. The lefthander ranks fifth all-time in the franchise in wins and innings pitched, sixth in starts and shutouts recorded, and ninth all-time in strikeouts. He was inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame in 1993. He was beatified on Saturday, making him the first millennial to be put on the path to Catholic sainthood. He has the curve, the slider, and the change, and he can reach back and get the fastball. Fourteen years later, when he went a career-best 18-9 for the world-champion Cardinals, he defeated his former team four times, including an 8-5 win on Sept. 30 that completed the 64 Phils historic 10-game collapse. Share. Among Phillies pitchers, he ranks fifth all-time in both victories (115) and innings pitched (1,939). Further information can be found here. T-shirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more, designed and sold by independent artists around the world. . [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. Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter, Susan. My fingers start snapping and my hands start clapping. Then came the lawn-mower accident in June 1953. The album features guest appearances from Banky W., Skales, D'Prince and Wande Coal. [9] The album includes the single "Essence" featuring Tems, which became the first Nigerian song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100,[10] and reached the top ten following a remix released by Justin Bieber. [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. [65] Wizkid released his third studio album Sounds from the Other Side on 14 July 2017. The lefty was part of the 1950 Phillies "Whiz Kid" team, missing the World Series to serve in the Korean War. 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WHYY provides trustworthy, fact-based, local news and information and world-class entertainment to everyone in our community. [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. [67] Its production was handled by Sarz, Del B, Spellz, Dre Skull, DJ Mustard, Major Lazer, and the Picard Brothers. 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. It was released on 12 June 2011 by Empire Mates Entertainment. 2023 WWB Holdings, LLC. [120] Wizkid broke his silence on the story during several interviews. His tirade wasn't over, however. He was 93. On 5 April 2016, Wizkid became Nigeria's first artist to be listed on Billboards Twitter Last 24 hours chart, following his guest feature on Drake's Afrobeats-infused "One Dance" single, which charted at number 21. Published Dec. 13, 2022 Updated Jan. 3, 2023. Simmons went 193-183 with 163 complete games, 36 shutouts and a 3.54 ERA in 569 career appearances (462 starts) over 20 . He also earned three All-Star nods in 1952, 1953, and 1957. From that tragedy I grew, dropped "Kid" and went with "DJ Whiz." I owe my life to God, Mom & Pops but I owe my career to Ricky. 15 March 1996, New York, NY, United States. Phillies' last surviving "Whiz Kid" Curt Simmons dies. Other young stars included Robin Roberts and Richie Ashburn. 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. Ive still got lots of new things that Im doing Whiz Kidsource: Ann Arbor News July 23, 1983, DJDJ Whiz KidHeculoidsHip-HopKool HercTommy Boy Records, Nostalgia King Signature Logo T-Shirt (Large), Gizelle Smith and The Mighty Mocambos - Working Woman, Lord Finesse - Suicidal Thoughts (Flexi Disc), Skeme Richards Black Fist Monkey Shoulder Mix, IG Live With Battle Grounds DTX featuring Skeme Richards, Solomon King Screening At The Ritz 5 (Philadelphia). But by 1959, the Phils were entrenched in last place and elbow and shoulder ailments had diminished Mr. Simmons effectiveness. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. [37] Wizkid later announced that he would be releasing his second studio album on 12 June 2013. In 1993, Simmons was inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame. Ex-Phils manager and longtime big-league scout Hans Lobert called Mr. Simmons the best prospect hed ever seen. 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). It was initially scheduled for release on 14 February 2011 but was later pushed back. Described as "one of the greatest pitchers in franchise history," Simmons had a 115-110 Phillies record, pitching 109 complete games with 18 shutouts. It was because of Mr. Gasca that the likes of The Rza, Quentin Tarantino, Samuel Jackson, New Yorkers and Hip Hop kids could get their fix and own these flicks on VHS from the mid 80s well into the 90s. Simmons missed part of the 1950 season, including the World Series, due to his service in the National Guard during the Korean War. (AP Photo). [103] He revealed to Yvonne Ekwere of Silverbird Television that he planned on signing new acts to the label. [22] Its music video was nominated for Most Gifted Newcomer Video at the 2011 Channel O Music Video Awards. EME acts performed in several cities, including Houston, Dallas, Toronto, Vancouver, New York City, Providence, Calgary, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., and Chicago. Klaas Gerling (born January 3, 1981), simply known as Klaas. [83][84], In November 2021, at the 64th Annual Grammy Award, his album, Made in Lagos and his song "Essence" earned him two Grammy nominations. [25] Superstar was recorded in English and Yoruba. [101] In a video interview with Capital Xtra in October 2019, Wizkid said he left E.M.E without any money.[102]. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. I lived in Twin Parks (183 & Prospect) so I would bring Harold and Mike around and we started playing music in the projects. Sadly Whiz Kid passed away in the late 80s. 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. [121], Wizkid became engulfed in battles on Twitter with several artists, including his erstwhile boss Banky W[122] and former label mate Skales. [74] It was described as one of his "shining" moments of 2019,[75] thanks to numerous nominations at major international awards, earning him two Soul Train Music Awards,[76] a NAACP Image Award,[77] a BET Awards, and his first Grammy Award, for Best Music Video. 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). A few weeks later, Philadelphia signed him for $65,000, then a record bonus. Break out your top hats and monocles; it's about to classy in here. Every pitcher should study him, then-Cardinals manager Johnny Keane said of Mr. Simmons. He was selected to three All-Star teams with the Phillies in 1952-53 and 1957. First published on December 13, 2022 / 1:12 PM. 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. He has the maturity and concentration. [4][5] He began recording music at the age of 11 and released a collaborative album with the Glorious Five (5), a group he and a couple of his church friends formed. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. This blog is for preview purposes only and all music downloaded should be deleted within 24 hours. In addition to that incident, Meyer was suspended for 10 days for bumping umpire Frank Dascoli so hard he popped the buttons on his jacket, and he received a seven-game suspension for bumping umpire Al Barlick after disputing a call at first base. WHYY is your source for fact-based, in-depth journalism and information. A series of hip surgeries incapacitated him in recent years. [138] In November 2021, Apple Music Awards announced him as the winner of Artist of the Year (Africa).[139]. With the Phillies, he was the roommate of first baseman Eddie Waitkus, who attained baseball immortality when he was shot in a Chicago hotel room by female fan Ruth Ann Steinhagen in June 1949. [79], On 6 December 2019, Wizkid's label Starboy Entertainment released the EP Soundman Vol. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. Hip hop mixtapes first appeared in the mid-1970s in New York City, featuring artists such as Kool Herc and Afrika Bambaataa. [87], In September 2022, Wizkid headlined the Rolling Loud Toronto hip-hop festival, becoming the first African artist in history to achieve this feat. He was 93 . He shut out the New York Giants for eight innings and struck out nine in a 3-1 victory. His manager in the contest was none other than Babe Ruth. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. It features Grammy-nominated Nigerian musician Femi Kuti. [116], Wizkid has four children with three different women. / CBS Philadelphia. 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. Wizkid's fifth album More Love, Less Ego was released on 11 November 2022. 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. Prior to announcing plans for a second studio album, Wizkid had plans to release a mixtape in April 2013. [73], In mid-2019, Wizkid was featured on Beyonc's "Brown Skin Girl", taken from the critically acclaimed The Lion King: The Gift soundtrack. You see, I think the money has got to him a little. [106][107] In August 2013, Wizkid signed L.A.X to Starboy, as its first recording act. Free shipping for many products! Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. He has a sizzling fastball and a good curve, Lobert told The Inquirer. [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. The song broke multiple records, making Wizkid the first Afrobeats artist to appear in the Guinness World Records. [68] It also debuted at number 58 on the Canadian Albums Chart. I lost about half-an-inch of my big toe, but it truly didnt bother me that much. [123] Other artists include Davido,[123] Dammy Krane,[124] Saeon,[123] Samklef,[123] Reekado Banks,[125] blogger Linda Ikeji. 99) from 1946-59, Meyer was most noted for his volcanic temper. 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. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. Start Over Agent Crash Crew (Crash Crew was an early hip-hop group who recorded for Sugar Hill Records. He was 93. Please enter valid email address to continue. Mr. Simmons was sold to Cubs in 1966 and finished his career as a California Angels reliever a year later. The two bonded over these films and Hip Hop which created a strong friendship until the day Whiz Kid (R.I.P) passed away. ), 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. Meyer broke in with the Cubs in 1946 and was sold to the Phillies in 1948. For many including myself, it was Grand Master Flash that inspired us to be DJs and rightly so, he was FLASH! But now Im not so hot on the idea. 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. [10], At the 27th annual South African Music Awards, Made in Lagos received a nomination for the Rest of Africa Award. 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! Mr. Simmons missed the 1951 season while serving in Germany, but went 14-8 on his 1952 return, was the National Leagues All-Star Game starter, and led the league in shutouts with six. [95][96] In June 2015, Pulse Nigeria reported that Wizkid had left MTN and signed a 128 million deal with GLO. [20] In mid-2009, he dropped out of Lagos State University (LASU). Who Are His Baby Mamas? All rights reserved. He cited Pharrell Williams as one of his fashion style icons. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. A few days later, Hall of Famer and former Phillie Joe Morgan died. 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. [28], Wizkid toured London in 2012 and performed at the HMV Apollo on 4 June 2012. He was traded to the Cubs for third baseman Randy Jackson after that season and retired in 1959. The iconic Phillies . In 2009, Wizkid signed a record deal with Banky W's Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E). He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. 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. The tour kicked off in July and ended in September 2012. [19][17] He cited Naeto C as one of the people who mentored and coached him when he was 15 years old. Play That Beat Mr DJ. But in 1985, on the recommendation of the late UPI columnist Milton Richman, George Steinbrenner hired Meyer as a minor-league pitching coach. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. They would go on to lose to the Yankees in a four-game sweep. Whiz Kid. A pitcher of moderate success (94-73, 3. [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. He can pace himself. 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. 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. As more tapes became available, they began to be. Concerned by his awkward, across-the-body motion, the Phillies tried to adjust his delivery. The iconic Phillies "Whiz Kids" team, full of young players, won the National League pennant before falling in four games to the New York Yankees in the World Series. 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.) READ MORE: The Phillies World Series history, from The Inquirer photo archives. 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. 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. There are additional resources for people or communities that have endured gun violence in Philadelphia. Died. Whiz kid definition, a youthful and exceptionally intelligent, successful, or influential person in a given field: the whiz kid of network programming. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on financial support from readers like you. [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. That sent Meyer into a rage and, upon being ejected from the game, he refused to leave the mound. He started twice in that World Series, getting the loss in Game 3 despite limiting the Yankees to one run in eight innings. [98][99] He also moved out of the E.M.E mansion in Lagos and acquired his own home in the Lekki Phase 1 area. 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. It was initially titled Chosen. [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. 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 . Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter, Susan. The song premiered on Drake's OVO Sound Radio the same month. In September 2014, he released the self-titled second studio album, Ayo. [52] Wizkid first announced that he was working on a new album during a visit to London in October 2014. He also missed the entire 1951 season while fulfilling his military commitment. But 1964 was certainly a highlight, especially the World Series.. After four rocky starts in 1960, he was released. When my arm got sore in 1954 and 1955 thats what bothered me.. Essence", a single from the album, became the first Nigerian song to chart on the US Billboard Hot 100. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 . His military service also caused him to miss the 1951 season. Tweet. Stream WHYY-FM, read the top stories from WHYY News, and listen to the latest podcast from WHYY Digital Studios anytime, anywhere. [93][94] In November 2013, Wizkid signed an endorsement deal with Guinness for the Guinness World of More concert, held at the Eko Convention Centre of the Eko Hotel and Suites on Victoria Island, Lagos. [citation needed] According to MTV Base, the album suffered from a pushed-back release date. Simmons was 93 years old. He later attended Lead City University, but dropped out after completing two sessions. Hop mixtapes first appeared in the mid-1970s in New York City, featuring artists such Kool. 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