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HAPPY BIRTHDAY BILLY IDOL

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Billy Idol is an English musician, singer, and songwriter who rose to prominence (in the late 1970s) as a member of the punk rock band, Generation X. However, it was his solo career that made him famous. Some of his best-known songs include “Dancing with Myself”, “Catch My Fall”, “Eyes Without a Face”, “White Wedding”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Among his accolades, on January 6th 2023, he was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On this…

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“THE TIME OF MY LIFE” by BILL MEDLEY & JENNIFER WARNES

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“The Time of My Life” is a popular eighties track that was recorded by singers, Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes. The lyrics within express feelings of joy and appreciation for the memorable time spent together with a love interest. In 1987, it won an Academy Award for “Best Original Song”, and in 1988, it also won the Grammy Award for “Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals”. On this very day, November 30th 1987, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If…

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R.I.P. GEORGE HARRISON

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George Harrison was an English singer, musician, songwriter, and music producer who was born in Liverpool, England on February 25th, 1943. He is best remembered as lead guitarist of The Beatles. As a member of the “Fab Four”, he contributed with compositions like “Something”, “While My Guitar Gently Weeps”, and “Here Comes the Sun”. After The Beatles disbanded (in 1970), he embarked on a successful solo career. His most popular singles include songs like “My Sweet Lord”, “All Thise Years Ago”, “Got My Mind Set on You”, and today’s song…

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“MACARTHUR PARK” by DONNA SUMMER

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“MacArthur Park” is a song that was written by Jimmy Webb and famously recorded by singer/actor, Richard Harris (back in 1968). However, it was Donna Summer’s disco-infused version (10 years later) that took the song to new levels. The lyrics within describe a metaphorical story of love and loss in L.A.’s notorious, MacArthur Park. With Donna Summer’s powerful vocals, added to the song’s infectious beat, this song earned her first ever grammy nomination for “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance”. On this very day, November 29th 1978, it was the #1…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TREY SONGZ

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Trey Songz is an American R&B singer and songwriter who released his debut album, “I Gotta Make It” (in 2005). He’s best known for his singles, “Can’t Help but Wait”, “Bottoms Up”, “Na Na”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Among his accolades, he won a BET Award for “Best Male R&B Artist”, and 2 Soul Train Music Awards, both for “Best R&B/Soul Artist, Male”. On this very day, November 28th 1984, Tremaine Aldon Neverson (known professionally as Trey Songz) was…

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“LOVE TAKES TIME” by MARIAH CAREY

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The song “Love Takes Time” is a powerful ballad that was recorded by singer-songwriter, Mariah Carey. Her pristine vocals and soulful melody helped the song top the charts in both Canada, and the U.K.. In 1991, this track helped Carey win the Soul Train Music Award for “Best New Urban Contemporary Artist”. On this very day, November 28th 1990, 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. From her self-titled album, here’s MARIAH CAREY,…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TWISTA

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Hip-Hop artist Twista is an American rapper who gained recognition for his rapid-fire delivery and intricate rhyme schemes. He is considered as a pioneer of the “chopper” style of rap (characterized by fast and complex verses). In 1992, he released his debut album, “Runnin’ Off at tha Mouth” but it was his 1997 album, “Adrenaline Rush”, that solidified his reputation as a bonafide rapper. On this very day, November 27th 1973, Carl Terrell Mitchell (known professionally as Twista) was born in Chicago, Illinois. In celebration of his birthday, exactly 51…

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“MONY MONY” by BILLY IDOL

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“Mony Mony” is a classic party song that was originally recorded by Tommy James and the Shondells (back in 1968). Although successful in its own right, it was Billy Idol’s version that really took North America by storm. Idol’s rendition of “Mony Mony” gave rise to an interesting trend that encouraged his audience to chant vulgar language during the chorus. This custom led to the song being banned at many high-school dances across North America. On this very day, November 27th 1987, it was the #1 song in America, topping…

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