Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY GERRY MARSDEN
Gerry Marsden was an English musician, singer, and songwriter who is best remembered as lead vocalist of Gerry and the Pacemakers, whose most popular hits include “How Do You Do It?”, “I Like It”, “You’ll Never Walk Alone”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In common with the Beatles, they came from Liverpool, were managed by Brian Epstein, and were a notable contributor to the 1960s “British Invasion”. On this very day, September 24th 1942, Gerry Marsden was born in Liverpool, England. In celebration…
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“MISSING YOU” by JOHN WAITE
“Missing You” is a powerful ballad that was recorded by British singer, John Waite. The lyrics within express the narrator’s longing for a past relationship and the desire to be reunited with that person once again. On February 26th 1985 (at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles), it was Grammy-nominated for “Best Pop Vocal Performance”, and eventually went on to top the national charts in Canada. On this very day, September 24th 1984, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN
Bruce Springsteen is an American singer, musician, and songwriter who is often referred to as “The Boss”. Alongside the E Street Band, his most popular songs include tracks like “Born to Run”, “Hungry Heart”, “Dancing in the Dark”, “Glory Days”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Over the years, he has received numerous accolades, including 20 Grammy Awards, and in 1999, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, September 23rd 1949, Bruce Springsteen…
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“DILEMMA” by NELLY
“Dilemma” is an R&B ballad that was recorded by American rapper, Nelly (featuring vocals by singer, Kelly Rowland). The lyrics within describe a man that’s infatuated with a woman who’s already in an existing relationship. The song’s chorus samples the melody from Patti LaBelle’s 1983 hit, “Love, Need and Want You”. In 2003 (at Madison Square Garden) it was Grammy-nominated for “Record of the Year”, and won the award for “Best Rap/Sung Performance”. On this very day, September 23rd 2002, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOAN JETT
Joan Jett is an American singer, musician, and songwriter who is best known as lead vocalist of the Blackhearts. Some of the group’s most notable songs include “Crimson & Clover”, “I Love Rock & Roll”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). A symbol of empowerment for women in rock, Rolling Stone magazine included her on their list of the “100 Greatest Guitarists of All-Time”, and in 2015, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very…
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“FAME” by DAVID BOWIE
“Fame” is a classic rock track that was recorded by legendary singer-songwriter, David Bowie. Accompanied by John Lennon’s backing vocals, the lyrics within touch upon what it’s like to be a celebrity (and the complex relationships that come with fame). It’s considered one of Bowie’s signature hits, and is one of his four singles included on the list of “500 Songs That Shaped Rock & Roll”. On this very day, September 22nd 1975, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIAM GALLAGHER
Liam Gallagher is a singer and songwriter who rose to fame as lead vocalist of the English rock band, Oasis. Formed in 1991, this group achieved massive success with songs like “Wonderwall”, “Don’t Look Back in Anger”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Alongside his brother Noel, this group achieved many accolades, including 6 Brit Awards and 3 World Music Awards. On this very day, September 21st 1972, William John Paul Gallagher was born in Manchester, England. In celebration of his…
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