Want a digest of WHYYs programs, events & stories? Together we can reach 100% of WHYYs fiscal year goal. Harold McGuire. He was also present during the recording sessions for Sound Sultan's debut album Jagbajantis. [33], Between 2012 and 2014, Wizkid recorded his second studio album Ayo. [48][49] Wizkid was invited as a special guest for some shows on Tinie Tempah's tour of the UK in 2014. All the time when I was growing up I wanted to battle Grandmaster Flash, you know DJ versus DJ. Curt Simmons, a member of the Phillies "Whiz Kids" team, has died at the age of 93. In October 2013, he uploaded a picture of himself and his 2-year-old son, Boluwatife Balogun, to his Instagram account. 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). Then came the lawn-mower accident in June 1953. The song premiered on Drake's OVO Sound Radio the same month. 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. 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, the youthful 1950 Phillies team that captured the citys imagination and the franchises first pennant in 35 years. He was 93. [138] In November 2021, Apple Music Awards announced him as the winner of Artist of the Year (Africa).[139]. Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. [120] In December 2012, Wizkid denied the baby scandal during an interview with Nonye Ben-Nwankwo of The Punch. Simmons pitched 20 years in MLB, and was on the Phillies from 1947-1950 and 1952-1960. The left-hander won 17 games for the 1950 pennant-winners but missed the World Series when his National Guard unit was activated in September. Though Mr. Simmons missed all of 1951 while in the military, was limited by an elbow injury to just 10 innings in 1959, and sliced off the tip of his left big toe in a 1953 lawn-mower accident, he managed 103 victories during the 1950s for mostly mediocre Phillies teams. [120] Wizkid broke his silence on the story during several interviews. Finally he stormed off, heaving the resin bag high in the air in disgust. 21 October 1961. Klaas. Former Councilmember Bobby Henon sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for taking bribes, Mayor Kenneys final budget plan designed to make the city more equitable for all its residents, Philly mayoral candidates are discussing gun violence tonight. [136] He is also the most awarded artiste in The Headies award history. We've received your submission. But by 1959, the Phils were entrenched in last place and elbow and shoulder ailments had diminished Mr. Simmons effectiveness. [108][109] In February 2016, DJ Tunez became the in-house disc jockey,[110] and in May 2016, Efya, R2Bees, and Mr Eazi were signed to the label. He can pace himself. He would turn his body, give me a view of his backside, then he would throw and I wouldnt see the ball until a split second before he would let it go then it came floating in like plastic., READ MORE: From the archives: Why Phillies pitcher Curt Simmons missed the 1950 World Series is hard to fathom today. [63][64], In March 2017, he signed a record deal with RCA Records. EME acts performed in several cities, including Houston, Dallas, Toronto, Vancouver, New York City, Providence, Calgary, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., and Chicago. [73], In mid-2019, Wizkid was featured on Beyonc's "Brown Skin Girl", taken from the critically acclaimed The Lion King: The Gift soundtrack. February 27, 2023; tools and techniques to measure human resource interventions; mass schedule st cecilia catholic church . 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. Zack Wheeler Hits 97 Out of the Chute, Works in a New Pitch, Hates New Pitch Clock, Darick Hall Battling for Phillies Roster Spot, Working in Outfield at Spring Training, Pennsylvania Man Accused of Trying to Bring Explosive on Airplane, Vehicle With Baby Inside Stolen in Upper Darby, Police Say, This 26-Year-Old Pays $0 to Live in a Luxury Tiny Home' She Built for $35,000 in Her Backyard Take a Look Inside, QVC Parent Company Qurate Lays Off 400 as Part of Turnaround Plan. 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. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Brett Davis/USA TODAY Sports. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. [25] Superstar was recorded in English and Yoruba. [44] On 23 November 2013, he performed at the Guinness Big Eruption Concert in Accra, Ghana. Mr. Simmons returned to this area following his 1967 retirement and he and Roberts owned and operated the Limekiln Golf Course in Ambler. Complete coverage of the Fightin' Phils and their MLB rivals from NBC Sports Philadelphia. 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. [60] "One Dance" went on to become an international smash hit, topping the charts in 15 countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, France and Germany. Meyer's best known temper tantrum happened during a TV "Game of the Week" in 1953 when, as a Dodger, he was pitching against his former Phillies teammates. New York won on a home run by Mickey Mantle off knuckleballer Barney Schultz in the bottom of the ninth. 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). He won a World Series in 1964 with the Cardinals. He was 93. 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. [13] He grew up in an interfaith household with twelve female siblings. 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Meyer was in three World Series and was a member of the 1955 world champion Dodgers. Hip hop mixtapes first appeared in the mid-1970s in New York City, featuring artists such as Kool Herc and Afrika Bambaataa. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. At one point Whiz was like, you need to get up with Channing in Seattle his laser disc collection is SERIOUS ! Paul Nice. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. The 1950 Whiz Kids were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series. In 2009, Wizkid signed a record deal with Banky W's Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E). WHYY + Billy Penn host 100th Mayor: Restoring Safety Forum | Watch live, FILE - Philadelphia Phillies' Curt Simmons, left, autographs a ball for teammate John 'Jocko' Thompson before Game 1 of the World Series against the New York Yankees at Shibe Park in Philadelphia, Oct. 4, 1950. Harold McGuire aka Whiz Kid was married to Betty McGuire aka Betty Boo. which was famously remixed by Steinski to form Lesson One. Lists Contributions. [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. Wizkid left E.M.E. 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). 1, centering mainly on Wizkid, and containing features from Chronixx, and a variety of other artists. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. [40] On 17 October 2013, he performed at the 2013 edition of Felabration, a yearly concert dedicated to Fela Kuti. 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! WHYY is your source for fact-based, in-depth journalism and information. Years later, he maintained that that gesture prompted the networks to temporarily remove their cameras from dugouts. But because postseason rosters had to be set in advance, he was ineligible. [78] Later that year, he also released the singles "Joro" and "Ghetto Love". He threw a breaking ball on 3-2, which Ashburn bowed at, only to have home plate umpire Augie Donatelli call it ball four. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. When my arm got sore in 1954 and 1955 thats what bothered me.. Stream WHYY-FM, read the top stories from WHYY News, and listen to the latest podcast from WHYY Digital Studios anytime, anywhere. 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. The single became Wizkid's first number-one single as a featured artist in these territories. Whats really funny is that Whiz was the one who really introduced me to Chan! He won 193 big-league games and was a three-time National League All-Star. He started Game 3 of the 1964 World Series. He later attended Lead City University, but dropped out after completing two sessions. He has a sizzling fastball and a good curve, Lobert told The Inquirer. [100] Wizkid departed E.M.E following the release of his second studio album and the expiration of his five-year contract. [21] The song was nominated for Best Pop Single, and earned him the Next Rated award at The Headies 2011. The song broke multiple records, making Wizkid the first Afrobeats artist to appear in the Guinness World Records. Among Phillies pitchers, he ranks fifth all-time in both victories (115) and innings pitched (1,939). 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. [17][19] He also worked with Naeto C, Ikechukwu and M.I while developing his craft. We only index and link to content provided on other servers. His song "Soco" became his first Afrobeats single to be certified Gold in Canada. In 2016, after years of relentless touring around the world and collaborating with famous artists like Madonna, Lenny Kravitz, and Zac Brown, DJ-producer Avicii wrote an open letter to his fans saying he would be retiring, as per Rolling Stone.Avicii, born Tim Bergling in 1989, was still in his prime and a rising success in the world of house and EDM music when he decided to cut his career short. GLOBE & WHIZ Kid Play That Beat Mr DJ Vinyl Record Electro Hip Hop 1983 VG + - $47.75. Then in 1960, at just 31, he was released during a West Coast road trip. Every pitcher should study him, then-Cardinals manager Johnny Keane said of Mr. Simmons. The iconic Phillies . 11 on Billboard Hot 100 | The Beat 99.9 FM Port-Harcourt", "Wizkid's 'Essence' moves up to No. Wizkid told Showtime Celebrity he collaborated with Femi Kuti to prevent people from depicting him as an artist whose lyrics revolve around girls, cars, and materialistic things. [106][107] In August 2013, Wizkid signed L.A.X to Starboy, as its first recording act. [29] He worked with Banky W., Skales, Shaydee and Niyola to record E.M.E's compilation album Empire Mates State of Mind (2012). [23], On 2 April 2010, Wizkid released "Tease Me/Bad Guys" as the album's second single. He did throw batting practice before two of four straight victories by the Yankees, who limited the Phils to a total of five runs. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. Simmons was 93 years old. [11], By February 2021, Wizkid was the most-streamed Nigerian artist of all time on Spotify, with over 3.4 billion streams across all credits. [117][118] The children were born in 2011, 2016, 2017, and 2022. A pitcher of moderate success (94-73, 3. [130][131][132] He is the most awarded African artist at the BET Awards (3), Soul Train Awards (3), Billboard Awards (3), iHeartRadio Music Awards (2) and MOBO Awards (6). The Philadelphia Phillies have landed Trea Turner, agreeing to a $300 million, 11-year contract with the dynamic shortstop. The newspaper also reported that Wizkid's Pepsi contract was renewed for two more years. 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. Essence", a single from the album, became the first Nigerian song to chart on the US Billboard Hot 100. [99] It was also reported that money was at the centre of the controversy. Phillies' last surviving "Whiz Kid" Curt Simmons dies. PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Philadelphia Phillies great is no longer with us. [17] They managed to release an album prior to disbanding. 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. Nick Tricome All rights reserved. He was the last surviving member of the 1950 "Whiz Kids" team. [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. The best insights from the ultimate insiders, 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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. [66] The album features guest appearances from Drake, Major Lazer, Chris Brown, Ty Dolla Sign, Efya, Bucie and Trey Songz. Wizkid's fifth album More Love, Less Ego was released on 11 November 2022. [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. [30] Following the album's release, E.M.E acts toured the United States. It features guest appearances from Femi Kuti, Banky W., Seyi Shay, Phyno, Tyga, Akon and Wale. But now Im not so hot on the idea. The tour kicked off in July and ended in September 2012. [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. I wanna get down on my favorite sound. Whiz Kid discography and songs: Music profile for Whiz Kid, born 21 October 1961. . Klaas Gerling (born January 3, 1981), simply known as Klaas. Simmons' wife of 60 years, Dorothy, died in 2012. Mr. Simmons was sold to Cubs in 1966 and finished his career as a California Angels reliever a year later. For years I've heard the name DJ Whiz Kid (Play That Beat Mr. DJ)weather it be on wax with his partner MC G.L.O.B.E or in passing conversation with older DJ's discussing history and some of the under mentioned DJs and MC's within the Hip Hop universe. Last week I interviewed a gentlemen by the name ofJohnnyray Gascawho is known as the person who created the market and introduced a generation of Kung Fu film lovers to Shaw Brothers flicks bootlegged to VHS. ", "Wizkid "Ojuelegba Remix" [ft. Drake & Skepta]", "Wizkid Reveals His New Album Includes Chris Brown Collaboration Called 'African Bad Girl', "Videos: Watch Wizkid and Chris Brown perform together in South Africa", "Wizkid Shares New Single 'Expensive Shit', "Angelique Kidjo, Chris Brown on Wizkid's next album", "How 2face made Wizkid postpone his album release", "Wizkid first Nigerian pop star on Billboard chart", "Drake Reunites Jay Z & Kanye West on 'Pop Style,' Taps Wizkid & Kyla for 'One Dance', "Drake Scores First Hot 100 No. The score was tied, 1-1, when he was pulled for a pinch-hitter in the ninth despite having driven in St. Louiss only run with a fifth-inning single. 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). [36] In an interview with Ok!Nigeria TV at Disturbing Headquarters in London, he said the mixtape would be released in April. He started the 1952 and 1957 All-Star Games. DETROIT (AP) -- Bob Miller, a right-hander for the Philadelphia Phillies' 1950 "Whiz Kids" National League pennant winner who went on to coach alma mater Detroit Mercy for 36 years, died Saturday. Who Are His Baby Mamas? Sadly Whiz Kid passed away in the late 80s. 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. Then sometime around 1989 a . [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. 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. Thanks for contacting us. For many including myself, it was Grand Master Flash that inspired us to be DJs and rightly so, he was FLASH! [91][92] On 28 May 2013, Premium Times reported that Wizkid had signed a one-year deal with MTN Nigeria. / CBS Philadelphia. (AP Photo/File). PHILADELPHIA (AP) Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. [35] On 6 September 2014, Wizkid revealed the album's cover art and track listing. Start Over Agent Crash Crew (Crash Crew was an early hip-hop group who recorded for Sugar Hill Records. Simmons missed part of the 1950 season, including the World Series, due to his service in the National Guard during the Korean War. [11], In 2012, Wizkid signed a one-year endorsement deal with Pepsi reportedly worth US$350,000. iconic Phillies "Whiz Kids" team, full of young players. [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. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. A teenage computer gamer and programmer from Italy who devoted the final years of his life to the church until his death in 2006 was beatified over the weekend, making him the . 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. He was selected to three All-Star teams with the Phillies in 1952-53 and 1957. [90] He travelled to Beirut, Lebanon, with Tiwa Savage for a Pepsi commercial shoot. He also earned three All-Star nods in 1952, 1953, and 1957. Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 Philadelphia Phillies Whiz Kids team, has died. 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. [79] The album launch was later postponed due to the Nigerian End SARS protests nationwide, until 30 October 2020. The album incorporates elements of Afrobeats, R&B, dancehall, and reggae. He was 17-8 with a 3.40 ERA when he was summoned to military service on Sept. 4, the first major-leaguer called up during the Korean War. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. 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. vkgy [41] The Del B-produced "On Top Your Matter" was released as the album's second single on 26 October 2013. He aslo made the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 1969 and the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame in 2011. 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. In September 2014, he released the self-titled second studio album, Ayo. Then sometime around 1989 a cassette tape managed to make its way into my possession which featured Whiz Kid on the cut and I was totally blown away by how swift he was. He also missed the entire 1951 season while fulfilling his military commitment. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on financial support from readers like you. Simmons tied for the major league lead with six shutouts in 1952 and had a career-best 21 complete games in 1954. He was selected to three All-Star teams with the Phillies in 1952-53 and 1957. Simmons was born May 19, 1929 in Egypt, Pa., graduating from Whitehall High School, where he led the team to three straight Lehigh Valley championships. [81], On 13 August 2021, he released a remix of "Essence", featuring Canadian singer Justin Bieber. Was turned down by every club & every crew. The population of tiny Egypt was barely over 700, but on the night of June 7, 1947, 6,252 fans gathered in that hamlet just north of Allentown to watch Mr. Simmons, an 18-year-old hometown hero, pitch for his local amateur team in an exhibition game against the Phillies. But your walls are better. As a Whitehall High senior, hed yielded just 12 hits in 43 innings while striking out 102. Moreover, he revealed plans to establish a clothing line following the release of Sounds from the Other Side. [120] When the story broke, close friends and associates of Wizkid did not confirm it because DNA results were pending at the time. The following year, he was featured on Beyonc's project The Lion King: The Gift on the single "Brown Skin Girl", which also reached number-one on the World Digital Song Sales chart, and won him a Grammy Award for Best Music Video. My strength is the ability to change speeds and my motion.. [40][104] Wizkid first signed Maleek Berry and Legendury Beatz to the label,[105] while Berry became an in-house producer. Described as "one of the greatest pitchers in franchise history," Simmons had a 115-110 Phillies record, pitching 109 complete games with 18 shutouts. I lived in Twin Parks (183 & Prospect) so I would bring Harold and Mike around and we started playing music in the projects. WHYY thanks our sponsors become a WHYY sponsor. [128], Wizkid's contributions to the Nigerian music industry have earned him several achievements, including the Grammy Award for Best Music Video as a lead artist on Beyonc's "Brown Skin Girl";[129] his first ever Grammy Award. In 2016, Wizkid achieved international recognition following his collaboration with Drake on the hit single "One Dance", which reached number-one on the US Billboard Hot 100 and topped the charts in 14 additional countries. READ MORE: The Phillies World Series history, from The Inquirer photo archives. Meyer, 74, succumbed at his home in Ogelsby, Ill., after a long battle with congestive heart disease. Simmons stopped the New Yorkers with four hits as the Phils won, 4-0, to give Curt his 16th win. A series of hip surgeries incapacitated him in recent years. [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. Official Facebook Page of Dj WhizKid of Fame 95 FM. He cited Pharrell Williams as one of his fashion style icons. 15 March 1996, New York, NY, United States. While working on Superstar, Wizkid collaborated with record producers such as E-Kelly, Jay Sleek, Shizzi, DJ Klem, Masterkraft, Q-Beats and Samklef. [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. He was 93. There are additional resources for people or communities that have endured gun violence in Philadelphia. [37] Wizkid later announced that he would be releasing his second studio album on 12 June 2013. 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 also said it would feature Wale and Tinie Tempah. A prominent figure in the modern-day Afrobeats music scene, Wizkid is regarded as one of the biggest and most influential African artists of all time. His death on Tuesday at his Ambler, Pennsylvania home was confirmed by the Phillies, who did not specify a cause. He was selected to three All-Star teams with the Phillies in 1952-53 and 1957. "[62] In May 2015, Wizkid joined Chris Brown on his "One Hell of a Nite" world tour. He was 93. Paul Nice at the time was placing ads in the back of the Source Magazine selling these films on VHS. The 31-year-old lefty convinced his old teammate he could still win and St. Louis signed him for $30,000, $10,000 more than hed earned with the Phils the previous year. [15] In a radio interview with Tim Westwood in 2012, he said "his father has three wives". [20] In mid-2009, he dropped out of Lagos State University (LASU). Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid,[3] is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. Ex-Phils manager and longtime big-league scout Hans Lobert called Mr. Simmons the best prospect hed ever seen. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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. Whiz Kid. 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. He recorded his first song with, List of awards and nominations received by Wizkid, "Wizkid honoured by Minnesota governor in U. S.", "How Nigeria's Wizkid fashioned a new sound that won global appeal", "The Essence of Wizkid's Sound: 5 Ways He's Pushed Afrobeats", "10 Greatest Achievements of Wizkid You Should Know About", "Wizkid, Burna Boy Becomes Latest African To Bag The Grammy Awards", "Listen to WizKid's new album Made in Lagos", "Wizkid's 'Made in Lagos' hits No. It hurt like hell to get on that train, Mr. Simmons said in 2009. 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. 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