Author: DJ Rays Music

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“UN-BREAK MY HEART” by TONI BRAXTON

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Welcome to Day Seven of BLACK HISTORY MONTH featuring today’s ballad that was recorded by American R&B singer, Toni Braxton. This emotional track has sold over 10 million copies worldwide (and nearly 3 million in the U.S. alone), making it one of the best selling singles of all-time. In 1997, it won the award for “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance” at the 39th Annual Grammy Awards show. On this very day, February 7th 1997, 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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HAPPY BIRTHDAY AXL ROSE

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Axl Rose is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who is best known as lead vocalist of the hard rock band, Guns N’ Roses. His unique vocal style is characterized by his wide vocal range and ability to switch between registers. Founded in 1985, Guns N Roses went on to release many popular tracks like “Sweet Child o’ Mine”, “Welcome to the Jungle”, “November Rain”, “Don’t Cry”, and “Patience”. In the year 2012, Guns N’ Roses was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a ceremony Axl Rose…

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“LOVE ROLLERCOASTER” by OHIO PLAYERS

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Day Six of BLACK HISTORY MONTH features a classic funk song that highlights a catchy and upbeat melody, with a driving bassline and funky guitar riffs. The urban legend (associated with this song) revolves around a high-pitched scream that can be heard in the background during the instrumental break. According to legend, the scream is that of a woman being murdered in the studio. However, this is widely regarded as a myth, and the scream is thought to have been a sound effect or a member of the band. The…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY BOBBY BROWN

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Bobby Brown is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame as lead vocalist of the R&B group, New Edition. In 2017, this unique boy band was honored with a BET “Lifetime Achievement Award”. By the late 1980s, Bobby Brown decided to embark on a solo career, and produced hits like “My Prerogative”, Humpin’ Around”, and today’s song choice. His marriage to singer Whitney Houston (in 1992) garnered significant media attention throughout the couples’ tumultuous relationship (that would last for many years). On this very day, February 5th, 1969,…

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“WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME TOMORROW?” by THE SHIRELLES

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Day five of BLACK HISTORY MONTH features a classic Motown song that was first recorded by American girl group, the Shirelles (whose version became a major hit in the U.S., and beyond). Rolling Stone magazine placed it on their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time”, and Billboard magazine placed it at #3 on their list of the “100 Greatest Girl Group Songs”. On this very day, February 5th 1961, 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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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALICE COOPER

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Alice Cooper, is an American singer and songwriter who became a prominent figure in the rock music scene during the 1970s. He is credited for being one of the pioneers of shock rock, with his on-stage persona being characterized by dark and macabre themes (often featuring guillotines, fake blood, and other theatrical elements). Some of the songs that made Alice Cooper famous include “I’m Eighteen”, “School’s Out”, “Only Women Bleed”, “No More Mr. Nice Guy”, and “Poison” (to name just a few). Known for his unique impact in the hard…

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