Fifteen of the 16 big-league teams were then scouting the teenaged lefty, who had led his Coplay American Legion team to two state titles. A few days later, Hall of Famer and former Phillie Joe Morgan died. He started Game 3 of the 1964 World Series. When he got to the dugout, he grabbed his crotch in front of the national TV audience. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid,[3] is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. Hip hop mixtapes first appeared in the mid-1970s in New York City, featuring artists such as Kool Herc and Afrika Bambaataa. [121], Wizkid became engulfed in battles on Twitter with several artists, including his erstwhile boss Banky W[122] and former label mate Skales. [40] On 17 October 2013, he performed at the 2013 edition of Felabration, a yearly concert dedicated to Fela Kuti. [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. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. While working on Superstar, Wizkid collaborated with record producers such as E-Kelly, Jay Sleek, Shizzi, DJ Klem, Masterkraft, Q-Beats and Samklef. He shut out the New York Giants for eight innings and struck out nine in a 3-1 victory. 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. [43] On 2 November 2013, Wizkid performed at the Guinness Colorful World of More concert alongside D'banj, Tiwa Savage, P-Square, Davido, Ice Prince, Burna Boy, Olamide and Phyno. He had a shutout going into the seventh inning when he loaded the bases and went to a full count on future Hall of Famer Richie Ashburn. Simmons stopped the New Yorkers with four hits as the Phils won, 4-0, to give Curt his 16th win. [87], In September 2022, Wizkid headlined the Rolling Loud Toronto hip-hop festival, becoming the first African artist in history to achieve this feat. It was initially released as a freestyle rap. 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He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. (AP Photo/File). Whats really funny is that Whiz was the one who really introduced me to Chan! The game has said goodbye this year to so many crucial figures in its history: Morgan, Bob Gibson, Tom Seaver, Al Kaline, Lou Brock, Whitey Ford, Allen. Its obvious that Whiz Kid passed away way too soon and that his skills on the decks were top notch and after hearing rumor that he is the one who programmed Paul Hardcastles Rain Forest, it makes one wonder just how far he couldve gone in the music world. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. He also said it would feature Wale and Tinie Tempah. His tirade wasn't over, however. [61] Pitchfork writer Sheldon Pearce said the song is a "frolicking, summery jam that revels in all the work he [Wizkid]'s put in. [12], Wizkid was born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun on 16 July 1990, in Surulere, Lagos. He has remixed songs for Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike (2016), DJ Antoine , Stromae , Armand Van Helden and Eric Morillo . 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. But by 1959, the Phils were entrenched in last place and elbow and shoulder ailments had diminished Mr. Simmons effectiveness. Im a pitcher now, no longer a thrower, Mr. Simmons said at the time. When Showalter was named Yankee manager, he brought Meyer with him as his bench coach in 1992. [99] On 30 April 2013, Nigerian Entertainment Today reported that Wizkid and E.M.E had reunited after contract negotiations. 2023 WWB Holdings, LLC. WHYY is your source for fact-based, in-depth journalism and information. Hearing this rough mix of early Hip Hop DJing captured me at the present moment, the same way it did when I first started hearing DJ in the early 80s. But me, Ive been holding back on what I show. Play That Beat Mr DJ. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. [116], Wizkid has four children with three different women. He was so humble, he never let on that he was also my DJ idol Whiz Kid. Meyer, 74, succumbed at his home in Ogelsby, Ill., after a long battle with congestive heart disease. One of the greatest pitchers in franchise history, the lefty posted a record of 115-110 with 109 complete games, 18 . Further information can be found here. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. FOR SALE! Simmons is survived by his two sons, Timothy and Thomas, and daughter Susan. But your walls are better. 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 . The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. iconic Phillies "Whiz Kids" team, full of young players. 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.) 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. I was mowing a hill at home and pulled the mower back on my left foot, Mr. Simmons said. [80], During 2020, Wizkid featured on various singles, including "Escape" by Akon, "Gbese 2.0" with DJ Tunes and Spax, "Eve Bounce" by Yung L, and "Consider II" with Walshy Fire. In addition to winning the award, he was awarded a 2012 Hyundai Sonata courtesy of the organizers. They would go on to lose to the Yankees in a four-game sweep. [28], Wizkid toured London in 2012 and performed at the HMV Apollo on 4 June 2012. He has the maturity and concentration. [6] In March 2017, he signed a multi-album deal with RCA Records; and released his third studio album Sounds from the Other Side, later that year. The two bonded over these films and Hip Hop which created a strong friendship until the day Whiz Kid (R.I.P) passed away. He also released a collaboration with American singer, H.E.R., titled "Smile". 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 hurt like hell to get on that train, Mr. Simmons said in 2009. Share. [136] He is also the most awarded artiste in The Headies award history. 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. 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. & WHIZ KID - PLAY THAT BEAT 12" Single USED at the best online prices at eBay! [7] In October 2020, he released his fourth album, Made in Lagos, which received commercial success and acclaim,[8] reaching number-one on the Billboard World Album Chart. WHYY offers a voice to those not heard, a platform to share everyones stories, a foundation to empower early and lifelong learners and a trusted space for unbiased news. 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 . A Lehigh Valley native who ended a spirited bidding war by signing with the Phillies in 1947, Mr. Simmons was the last of the Whiz Kids . After four rocky starts in 1960, he was released. Meyer broke in with the Cubs in 1946 and was sold to the Phillies in 1948. Meyer's best seasons were 1949, when he was 17-8 with a 3. Go behind the headlines: From the economy and healthcare to politics and the environment - and so much more - On Point talks with newsmakers and real people about the issues that matter most. 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. 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. In an interview with a Nigerian Entertainment Today editor, he denied having a child. [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. He also played for the St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Cubs and California Angels. 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