Vaughan Mason & Crew
Vaughan Mason | |
|---|---|
| Born | 24 October 1950 |
| Died | 2 April 2020 (aged 69) |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Known for | Frontman of Vaughan Mason & Crew; "Bounce, Rock, Skate, Roll" |
Vaughan Mason & Crew was a funk and post-disco ensemble from the United States, fronted by Vaughan Mason (born October 24, 1950 – passed away April 2, 2020). Their most notable track, "Bounce, Rock, Skate, Roll," climbed to number 5 on the US Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart and reached number 38 on the Disco Top 100 in 1980, tapping into the roller disco craze of that era. In 1981, Mason followed up with "Jammin' Big Guitar," which attained the 65th position on the charts. The song "Bounce, Rock, Skate, Roll" has been extensively sampled by numerous artists such as De La Soul, Mr. Magic, Jimmy Spicer, and Daft Punk.
Subsequently, Mason worked alongside Butch Dayo and the house music group Raze. He passed away from natural causes in 2020 at the age of 69.
Studio albums
- Bounce, Rock, Skate, Roll (Brunswick Records, 1980)
Singles
| Year | Single | US Dance | US R&B | US Pop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | "Bounce, Rock, Skate, Roll" | 38 | 5 | 81 |
| 1980 | "Roller Skate" | — | 52 | — |
| 1981 | "Jammin Big Guitar" | — | 65 | — |
| "—" indicates singles that did not chart or were not released. | ||||