Author: DJ Rays Music
“WE FOUND LOVE” by RIHANNA
“We Found Love” is a high tempo electro-dance track that was recorded by singer-songwriter, Rihanna. The song’s music video portrays the narrator as a drug-abusing thrill-seeker in a relationship that quickly spirals downward (into addiction and domestic violence). In 2011, it won a Grammy Award for “Best Music Video”, and in 2012, it won “Video of the Year” (at the MTV Video Music Awards). Having sold more than 10 million copies worldwide, it is considered one of the best-selling singles of all-time. On this very day, December 21st 2011, it…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY NICK GILDER
Nick Gilder is a British-Canadian singer and songwriter who initially gained attention as a member of the glam rock band, Sweeney Todd. His solo breakthrough came with his 1978 hit single, “Hot Child in the City”. This song topped Billboard’s Hot 100 chart (in the U.S.) and won the Juno Award for “Single of the Year”. In 1979, he also won the Juno Award for “Most Promising Male Vocalist”. In addition to his singing career, he was a proficient songwriter, penning tracks like “The Warrior” (which became a hit for…
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“TURN, TURN, TURN” by THE BYRDS
“Turn! Turn! Turn!” is a classic folk song that was written by Pete Seeger (in 1959) and later recorded by American rock band, The Byrds. The lyrics within reflect on the cyclical nature of life (emphasizing that there’s a time and season for every purpose). The song’s timeless message and melodic appeal have contributed to its enduring popularity. It went on to chart within the Top 10 in Canada, Germany, and New Zealand (where it reached #1). On this very day, December 20th 1965, it was also the #1 song…
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R.I.P. BOBBY DARIN
Bobby Darin was an American singer and songwriter who explored various music genres, including Rock, Pop, Swing, and folk. Some of his biggest chart hits, include “Dream Lover”, “Beyond the Sea”, “If I Were a Carpenter”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). During the 1960s, he became politically active and passionate about social issues. He was particularly involved in the civil rights movement (and was an advocate for racial equality). In 1990, he was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall…
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