Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY KELLY CLARKSON
Kelly Clarkson is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame (in 2002) as the inaugural winner of “American Idol”. Some of her most popular hits include “Since U Been Gone”, “A Moment Like This”, “Because of You”, “Stronger”, “Breakaway”, and today’s song choice (just to name a few). Among her numerous accolades, she has received 3 Grammy Awards, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On this very day, April 24th 1982, Kelly Brianne Clarkson was born in Fort Worth, Texas. In celebration of her birthday, I’ve chosen an…
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“WORK” by RIHANNA
The song “Work” is a popular R&B track that was recorded by Barbadian singer Rihanna (and Canadian rapper, Drake). Known for its dancehall and reggae influences, it was nominated for two categories (including “Record of the Year”) at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards show (in 2017). On this very day, April 24th 2016, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. Taken from her 2015 album, “Anti”, here’s RIHANNA (and Drake),…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOSH KISZKA
Josh Kiszka is an American singer who is the lead vocalist for Greta Van Fleet (a band that gained widespread attention for their classic rock-inspired sound). Kiszka’s exceptional vocal abilities have led many experts to draw comparisons between himself and Led Zeppelins’ iconic frontman, Robert Plant. Some of the band’s most popular hits include “Safari Song”, “Black Smoke Rising”, and today’s song choice. In 2019, Greta Van Fleet won the Grammy Award for “Best Rock Album”. On this very day, April 23rd 1996, Josh Kiszka was born in Frankenmuth, Michigan…
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“LEAVE THE DOOR OPEN” by SILK SONIC
“Leave the Door Open” is a modern R&B ballad that was recorded by American super-duo, Silk Sonic. The song’s impact was felt immediately (and received many accolades) including four Grammy Awards for “Best R&B Song”, “Best R&B Performance”, “Record of the Year”, and “Song of the Year”. On this very day, April 23rd 2021, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. Released as a single (on March 5th 2021), here’s…
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“TIE A YELLOW RIBBON” by TONY ORLANDO & DAWN
“Tie a Yellow Ribbon” is a song that was recorded by American pop group, Tony Orlando and Dawn. The lyrics within tell the story of a man who’s returning home from prison and is uncertain about whether his sweetheart still wants him. It’s catchy sound and sing-a-long vibe helped it top the charts in numerous countries around the world, including New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and the U.K. (to name just a few). On this very day, April 22nd 1973, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot…
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