5 10 129 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Glenn, Tyree Description An account of the resource Tyree Glenn (1912–1974) was an American jazz trombonist and vibraphonist best known for his smooth, warm tone and versatile musicianship. Rising to prominence during the swing era, Glenn played with Cab Calloway’s orchestra in the 1930s before becoming a featured soloist with Duke Ellington’s orchestra, where his expressive trombone work and distinctive use of the plunger mute added depth and character to Ellington’s evolving sound. One of the few trombonists to successfully double on vibraphone, Glenn helped bridge the swing and early modern jazz eras, earning wide respect among musicians and audiences alike. Beyond his national career, Glenn was an active and influential presence in Bergen County’s jazz and cultural life. He lived at 308 Englewood Avenue, not far from fellow jazz composer and arranger Edgar Sampson, and frequently performed locally, including appearances at Dwight Morrow High School, helping expose younger audiences to professional jazz. Glenn and his wife also hosted cultural gatherings at their home, reflecting his commitment to community life beyond the bandstand. One such event in the summer of 1961 drew significant attention when well-known jazz musicians gathered at Glenn’s Englewood home for an outdoor art show, where local amateur painters—among them Mrs. Glenn—displayed their work while jazz recordings played softly in the background. The gathering attracted prominent figures including trombonist Jay Johnson, pianist and disc jockey Billy Taylor, guitarist Mary Osborne, and Edgar Sampson, underscoring Glenn’s role as both a musician and a connector within the jazz world. These gatherings reveal Glenn not only as a performer but as a cultural host who helped foster artistic exchange across music and visual art. Tyree Glenn remained a respected performer, bandleader, and community figure until his death in 1974, leaving behind a legacy that links the national history of jazz to the rich local cultural life of Englewood and Teaneck. "Narrative generated by chatgpt, 5.5 , Open AI, June 3, 2026. The author provided original archival research and subsequently edited the content for historical accuracy and historiographical alignment." Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jackson, Bernard Description An account of the resource Bernard Jackson is best known as the lead vocalist and bassist for the R&B trio Surface, a group that rose to prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s. With his smooth, emotive voice at the forefront, Surface scored multiple chart-topping hits, including the No. 1 singles “The First Time” and “Shower Me with Your Love.” Jackson’s rich vocal delivery became the band’s signature sound, blending soulful passion with contemporary R&B grooves. Beyond his work with Surface, he has continued to perform and record, maintaining a dedicated fan base that appreciates both his solo efforts and his contributions to one of the era’s most beloved R&B groups. Jackson was born in Stamford Connecticut and became a member of Surface with the Englewood raised David Townsend, son of well known musician Ed Townsend. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Herbert, Tony Description An account of the resource Englewood native Tony Herbert is a bass player and longtime friend of the Isley Brothers’ inner circle, associated especially with the band Sunrize, which served as a kind of extension/fringe project to the Isleys. In “Take Me to the Next Phase: Coming of Age with The Isley Brothers,” he is identified as “the second keyboardist and long-time Englewood resident.” He also played bass for Sunrize, a funk/soul/disco outfit produced by the Isleys, which recorded one album. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jone, Koko (born "Kevin") Description An account of the resource Koko Jones (formerly known as Kevin Jones) is an accomplished and versatile percussionist, drummer, and bandleader whose career spans decades and crosses many musical styles. Raised in Englewood, New Jersey, she was steeped early in a rich cultural environment—learning classical percussion (timpani, xylophone, etc.), Latin rhythms, and jazz techniques from mentors like Babatunde Lea and Karl Potter. Her playing is noted for its rhythmic depth and sensitivity: whether leading her band through jazz‐Latin hybrids with her group Tenth World or working in R&B, world music, or pop settings, she blends technical proficienct with emotional expression. Jones has also navigated significant personal transition and adversity—transitioning gender identity, grappling with transphobia and sexism in the industry, and rebuilding her career under her authentic self. Through it all she's maintained her artistry and expanded her influence, not just as a performer but as an educator and mentor. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Townsend, David Description An account of the resource David Townsend was a founding member of the R&B band Surface, best known for their string of late-1980s and early-1990s hits like “Shower Me with Your Love” and “The First Time.” A talented musician, singer, and songwriter, Townsend contributed not only his smooth vocals but also his skills on guitar and keyboards, helping shape the group’s lush, romantic sound. The son of songwriter and producer Ed Townsend (who co-wrote Marvin Gaye’s “Let’s Get It On”), David grew up surrounded by music, which influenced his artistry and professionalism. Alongside Bernard Jackson and David “Pic” Conley, he helped Surface achieve mainstream success, creating timeless love songs that remain staples of quiet storm and R&B playlists. Townsend’s work reflected a commitment to melody, harmony, and emotional depth, securing his place as a key figure in late-20th-century R&B. Townsend also played with the Isley Brothers. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jackson, John David "Fabolous" Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived HOT 107.9 Description An account of the resource John David Jackson, known professionally as Fabolous, is an American rapper born on November 18, 1977, in Brooklyn, New York. He has lived in Englewood New Jersey since 2005. He rose to fame in the early 2000s with a string of hit albums—Ghetto Fabolous (2001), Street Dreams (2003), and From Nothin’ to Somethin’ (2007)—known for blending smooth lyrical flow with commercial appeal. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Photographer unknown, Rapper Fabolous in 2019 during a radio interview Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available wikipedia Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource December 9, 2019 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Public Domain Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music Event A non-persistent, time-based occurrence. Metadata for an event provides descriptive information that is the basis for discovery of the purpose, location, duration, and responsible agents associated with an event. Examples include an exhibition, webcast, conference, workshop, open day, performance, battle, trial, wedding, tea party, conflagration. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1998 Fire at Q-Tip's Townhouse Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived The Record, August 2 , 1998 Description An account of the resource On the morning of February 7, 1998, a fire broke out at Q-Tip's townhouse on Kip's Bay Drive in Englewood, New Jersey. Firefighters responded around 8:45 a.m. and were able to bring the blaze under control within about an hour. Although no one was injured, the fire caused extensive damage to Q-Tip's home studio and personal archives. According to reports, investigators found that thousands of dollars' worth of electronic equipment and numerous valuable records were destroyed. The most significant loss was a large collection of unreleased music stored on computer equipment. Contemporary newspaper accounts reported that a "library of songs" was lost in the fire. Q-Tip lamented that he would essentially have to start over after years of work were destroyed. At the time, Q-Tip was already an established artist as a member of the influential hip-hop group A Tribe Called Quest. The group had released several acclaimed albums and helped define alternative and jazz-influenced hip hop during the early 1990s. The incident received national attention because: <ul> <li>Q-Tip was one of hip-hop's most respected artists.</li> <li>The fire reportedly destroyed unreleased recordings and production work.</li> <li>It highlighted the vulnerability of musicians' archives before cloud storage and widespread digital backups became common.</li> <li>The event occurred during a period when Q-Tip was transitioning toward more solo and production work.</li> </ul> The fire also serves as an interesting reminder of Englewood's long association with the music and entertainment industries. During the 1990s, a number of recording artists, entertainers, and professional athletes lived in Bergen County communities, including Englewood and neighboring towns. In February 1998, a fire severely damaged Q-Tip's Englewood townhouse, destroying recording equipment, records, and a substantial archive of unreleased music. Q-Tip and a roommate escaped unharmed, but the loss represented a major setback for the pioneering member of A Tribe Called Quest, forcing him to rebuild much of his creative work from scratch. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Kamaal Ibn John Fareed "Q Tip" Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived flickr Description An account of the resource Q-Tip’s career has roots that stretch into Englewood as part of the broader history of New Jersey’s role in hip-hop. Though he is most closely associated with Queens, New York, Q-Tip lived for a time in Englewood, New Jersey, joining a tradition of artists and cultural figures who crossed the Hudson for the city’s creative energy and proximity to New York. Englewood became both a retreat and a workspace, and Q-Tip’s presence there reflected the city’s place in the hip-hop corridor that links Harlem, the Bronx, Queens, and northern New Jersey. His residency tied him to Englewood’s long lineage of musical innovators—stretching from jazz legends like Dizzy Gillespie to contemporary hip-hop artists—showing how the city has served as a bridge between local community life and the global cultural stage. In this way, Q-Tip’s Englewood connection underscores the city’s quiet but vital role in shaping American music. In February 1998, there was a fire at Q-Tips condo in Englewood which destroyed much of his record collection. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource docmonstereyes Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available wikipedia Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource September 30, 2008 Description Q-tip at Commonwealth Washington, D.C. in 2008 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Rightsholder Being Researched https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/83e20f5cdad56dd5a0102321972c4f7f.png 095126f895d77237db0a432d33266303 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seeger, Pete Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Library of Congress Description An account of the resource Pete Seeger (1919–2014) was one of America’s most influential folk musicians, songwriters, and social activists. Over a career spanning more than seven decades, he used music as a tool for social change, inspiring generations with his banjo, his clear voice, and his belief in the power of collective action. A key figure in the mid-20th-century folk revival, Seeger popularized songs such as “If I Had a Hammer,” “Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” and “Turn! Turn! Turn!,” which became anthems of the civil rights, labor, and antiwar movements. Seeger’s activism often came at a personal cost—he was blacklisted during the McCarthy era for his political beliefs—but he remained steadfast in his commitment to justice, peace, and environmental protection. He was instrumental in founding organizations such as the People’s Songs collective and later championed the environmental cleanup of the Hudson River through the Clearwater project. More than a performer, Seeger was a community builder who believed that music could unite people across divides. His sing-along performances encouraged audiences to find their own voices, and his legacy continues in the enduring link between folk music and social activism. Pete Seeger’s life was a testament to the idea that art can change the world. Seeger performed for Englewood residents at Mackay Park and at John Harms theater in 1981. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Staff Photographer, New York World-Telegram and Sun Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available wikipedia Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Public Domain Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Monte, Lou Description An account of the resource Monte, Lou (born Louis Scaglione, April 2, 1917 – September 12, 1989) was an American singer, musician, and comedian best known for his popular Italian-American novelty songs and humorous performances. Raised in New York City, Monte built a successful entertainment career by blending traditional Italian melodies with English lyrics and playful comedy, creating a style that resonated strongly with mid-20th-century Italian-American audiences. He rose to national fame in the late 1950s and 1960s with hit recordings such as “Lazy Mary,” “Pepino the Italian Mouse,” and “Dominic the Donkey,” the latter becoming a perennial Christmas favorite. In addition to his music career, Monte appeared frequently on television variety shows and in films, often portraying exaggerated but affectionate Italian-American characters. His work helped bring ethnic humor and Italian-American cultural expression into the American mainstream, leaving a lasting mark on popular entertainment. In 1960, Monte was living in Englewood. Citation: "Narrative generated by chatgpt, 5.5 , Open AI, June 3, 2026. The author provided original archival research and subsequently edited the content for historical accuracy and historiographical alignment."