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HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHAD KROEGER

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Chad Kroeger is a Canadian musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as lead vocalist and guitarist for the rock band, Nickelback. Over the year, this group has released many singles, including songs like “How You Remind Me”, “Someday”, and “Photograph” (to name just a few). A winner of multiple Juno Awards, in 2023, Nickelback was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. On this very day, November 15th 1974, Chad Robert Turton (known professionally as Chad Kroeger) was born in Hanna, Alberta, Canada. In celebration of his birthday, exactly…

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“WILD, WILD WEST” by ESCAPE CLUB

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“Wild, Wild West” is an upbeat eighties song that was recorded by English rock band, the Escape Club. Characterized by its rock (and dance-pop) elements, the lyrics within convey a sense of freedom and adventure (similar to the days of America’s old west). Considered by many to be a one-hit wonder, the song’s unique and infectious sound helped it top the music charts in Canada. On this very day, November 15th 1988, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEPHEN BISHOP

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Stephen Bishop is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who bought his first guitar after seeing the Beatles perform live on the Ed Sullivan show. Some of his best-known singles include “Save It for a Rainy Day”, “It Might Be You”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). A prolific songwriter, he penned many songs recorded by musicians like Eric Clapton, Phil Collins, David Crosby, Helen Reddy, The Four Tops, Art Garfunkel, Kenny Loggins, Steve Perry, and Barbara Streisand (to name just…

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“YOU AIN’T SEEN NOTHIN’ YET” by B.T.O.

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“You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” is a guitar-driven track that was recorded by Canadian rock band Bachman-Turner Overdrive. Written by lead singer, Randy Bachman, this classic rock song features a distinctive stuttering vocal effect in the chorus, which was initially intended as a private joke between Randy and his brother Gary (who had a stutter). Its infectious sound and energy helped it top the charts in various countries worldwide, including Denmark, Germany, South Africa, and Canada. On this very day, November 14th 1974, it was also the #1 song in…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY 24K GOLDN

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24k Goldn is an American rapper, singer and songwriter who rose to fame with his 2018 single, “Valentino”. Certified double platinum, this track led to a contract with Barry Weiss Records (an imprint of Columbia records). However, it was the release of his 2020 follow-up single, “Mood”, that really put him on the map (dominating Billboard’s Hot 100 chart in the U.S.). On this very day, November 13th 2000, Golden Landis Von Jones (known professionally as 24k Goldn) was born in San Francisco, California. In celebration of his birthday, exactly…

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“SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME” by THE DRIFTERS

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“Save the Last Dance for Me” is a classic soul track that was recorded by American vocal group, The Drifters. The lyrics within tell the story of a man who’s at a dance with his partner but is unable to join her on the dance floor (due to a physical condition). Written by Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman, this popular standard topped the music charts in South Africa, New Zealand, and Canada. On this very day, November 13th 1960, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY NEIL YOUNG

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Neil Young is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and musician who is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of rock music. He initially gained prominence (in the 1960s) as a member of Buffalo Springfield. He was also a part-time member of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (with whom he recorded the chart-topping 1970 album, “Déjà vu”). As a solo artist, some of his most well-known songs include “Heart of Gold”, “Old Man”, “Harvest Moon”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking…

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“ROCK ‘N ME” by STEVE MILLER BAND

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The song “Rock’n Me” is a classic seventies track that was recorded by the Steve Miller Band. Written by lead singer, Steve Miller, the lyrics within express his joyful and exciting experience of life on the road (as a touring musician). Billboard magazine labelled it “an immediate audience grabber” that went on to top the mainstream music charts in Canada. On this very day, November 12th 1976, 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…

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