Author: DJ Rays Music
R.I.P. MICHAEL HUTCHENCE
Michael Hutchence was an Australian vocalist who was born in Sydney, Australia on January 22nd, 1960. He is best remembered as lead singer of the pop-rock band, INXS. With Hutchence at the forefront, this group achieved international success with hits such as “Need You Tonight”, “New Sensation”, “Devil Inside”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). A charismatic (yet tragic) persona that I haven’t seen since the days of Jim Morrison, in 1991, he won the Brit Award for “Best International Male”.…
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“THAT’S THE WAY I LIKE IT” by KC & THE SUNSHINE BAND
“That’s the Way (I Like It)” is a funky disco track that was recorded by American musical group, KC and the Sunshine Band. Co-written by lead singer, Harry Wayne Casey, the song is characterized by its energetic rhythm, horn section, and KC’s distinctive falsetto vocals. Topping music charts in the Netherlands and Canada, it remains a classic representation of the seventies disco era. On this very day, November 22nd 1975, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please…
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R.I.P. DAVID CASSIDY
David Cassidy was an American singer, musician, and actor who was born in New York City on April 12th, 1950. He is best remembered for his role as Keith Partridge in the 1970s TV series, “The Partridge Family” (which helped him gain immense popularity as an American teen idol). As a solo artist, David Cassidy recorded singles like “Cherish” and “Could It Be Forever”. In 2011, he was a contestant on Donald Trump’s reality TV show, “Celebrity Apprentice” (which is interesting since he has always been a devoted democrat). On…
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“STILL” by COMMODORES
The song “Still” is a soulful, romantic ballad, that was recorded by American R&B/Funk band, the Commodores. With Lionel Richie serving as the groups’ front man, this track helped the Commodores to be inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame (in 2003). Celebrated for its soulful and emotive qualities, it went on to become one of their most beloved signature hits. On this very day, November 21st 1979, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOE WALSH
Joe Walsh is an American musician, singer, and songwriter who’s recognized for his work as a solo artist and as a member of the Eagles. He joined the Eagles in 1975 and played a crucial role in their later albums, contributing to hits like “Hotel California” and “Life in the Fast Lane”. Before joining the Eagles, he had a successful solo career with popular singles like “Life’s Been Good”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). A winner of 5 Grammy Awards,…
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“BABY BOY” by BEYONCE featuring SEAN PAUL
“Baby Boy” is a reggae-infused pop song that was recorded by American singer and songwriter, Beyoncé. The lyrics within explore the narrator’s feelings of love, attraction, and desire. With vocal contributions from reggae singer, Sean Paul, this track reached the Top 10 in Spain, France, Germany, New Zealand, Australia, and the U.K. (to name just a few). On this very day, November 20th 2003, 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…
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R.I.P. KEVIN DuBROW
Kevin DuBrow was an American rock singer who was born in Hollywood, California on October 29th, 1955. He is best remembered as lead vocalist for American Heavy Metal band, Quiet Riot. Their three most popular singles include “Mama We’re all Crazy Now”, “Metal Health”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). A trailblazer for the “glam rock” genre, VH1 added them to their list of the “100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock”. On this very day, November 19th 2007, Kevin Mark DuBrow…
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