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HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOE PERRY
Joe Perry is a musician and songwriter who is best known as lead guitarist (and co-founder) of the American rock band, Aerosmith. Known for their bluesy-rock sound (and energetic performances), this group recorded many iconic songs, including “Dream On”, “Walk This Way”, “Janie’s Got a Gun”, “I Don’t Wanna Miss a Thing”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Rolling Stone magazine included Perry on their list of the “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time”, and in 2001, he was inducted into…
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“House Of The Rising Sun” by The Animals
“House of the Rising Sun” was originally a traditional folk song that’s been covered by various artists over the years. One of the most famous versions is by English rock band, The Animals. Their rendition is notable for its bluesy, rock arrangement and Eric Burdon’s distinctive vocals. The lyrics within tell the story of a person’s life that’s gone terribly wrong in the city of New Orleans. The haunting and evocative nature of the song helped it top the charts in various countries around the world, including Spain, Finland, Canada,…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICHAEL BUBLE
Michael Bublé is a Canadian singer and songwriter who’s known for his smooth vocals and remakes of many classic jazz standards. He often draws inspiration from crooners like Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Some of his most popular songs include “Feeling Good”, “Everything”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout his career, he has sold over 75 million records worldwide, while winning 5 Grammys and 15 Juno Awards.In 2018, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On this…
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“I DON’T WANNA MISS A THING” by Aerosmith
“I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” is an emotionally-charged power ballad that was recorded by the American rock band known as Aerosmith. The lyrics within express the narrator’s desire to be present (and cherish every moment with a loved one). Due in part to Steven Tyler’s heartfelt vocals, it became the band’s biggest hit, and went on to top the charts in many countries, including Germany, Greece, Italy, Norway, and Australia. On this very day, September 9th 1998, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY PINK
Pink is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame (in the early 2000s) with her unique and versatile approach. Some of her greatest songs include hits like “Get the Party Started”, “Just Like a Pill”, “So What”, “Raise Your Glass”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Her accolades include 3 Grammy Awards, 2 Brit Awards, and in 2019, she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Having sold more than 75 million records worldwide, she is considered as one of…
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“JUST THE WAY YOU ARE” by Bruno Mars
“Just the Way You Are” is a romantic pop song that was recorded by American singer-songwriter, Bruno Mars. It was the best-selling digital single of 2011 (with more than 12.5 million copies sold), and that same year, it earned Bruno Mars a Grammy Award for “Best Male Pop Vocal Performance”. Its massive popularity helped it become the #1 song in many countries around the world, including Austria, Scotland, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and the U.K. On this very day, September 8th 2010, it was also the #1 song in America,…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRISSIE HYNDE
Chrissie Hynde is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist who is best known as founder and lead vocalist of The Pretenders. Some of this group’s most famous singles include “Back on the Chain Gang”, “Middle of the Road”, “Don’t Get Me Wrong”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout the years, she has been the only consistent member of the Pretenders, and in 2005, she was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, September 7th…
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