Author: DJ Rays Music
R.I.P. MARK HOLLIS
Mark Hollis was a British singer and songwriter who provided lead vocals for the alternative rock band, Talk Talk (which he co-founded in 1981). The group’s most popular singles include “Life’s What You Make It” and today’s song choice. Mark Hollis was known for his deep and introspective approach to music. He believed in the importance of artistic integrity and creating music that genuinely expresses the artist’s vision. On this very day, February 25th, 2019, Mark David Hollis died of cancer (at 64 years of age). In memory of his…
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“HOW WILL I KNOW” by WHITNEY HOUSTON
As I continue my spotlight on BLACK HISTORY MONTH, today’s song choice, “How Will I Know”, was recorded by the late, great, Whitney Houston. An upbeat and catchy dance-pop track, the lyrics within express the uncertainty and anticipation of romantic feelings. Aside from the song’s massive chart success, its colourful music video won the award for “Best Female Video” at the 1986 MTV Video Music Awards show. On this very day, February 25th 1986, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY GEORGE THOROGOOD
George Thorogood is an American singer and musician who is best known as frontman for the Destroyers. He formed the band (in 1974) and went on to have success with songs like “Move It on Over”, “I Drink Alone”, “Who Do You Love?”, and today’s song choice. He’s particularly known for his slide guitar playing, a technique where guitarists use a glass or metal tube slide to produce a smooth and distinctive sound. His music has always been heavily influenced by traditional blues, and he often pays homage to blues…
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“KILLING ME SOFTLY” by ROBERTA FLACK
BLACK HISTORY MONTH continues with a classic ballad that was recorded by legendary R&B singer, Roberta Flack. This ballad tells the story of a woman who’s deeply moved by a song that seems to reflect her own experiences and emotions. Often regarded as one of the greatest vocal performances in the history of popular music, this song won two Grammy Awards for “Record of the Year” and “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance”. On this very day, February 24th 1973, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY HOWARD JONES
Howard Jones is a British musician, singer, and songwriter who played a key role in the synth-pop movement of the 1980s. He became known for hits like “What Is Love?”, “New Song”, “Things Can Only Get Better”, and today’s song choice. In July 1985, he performed at Wembley Stadium as part of the Live Aid concert. In 2018, Howard Jones released his autobiography, titled, “Always Running”, where he reflects on his life and career in the music industry. On this very day, February 23rd, 1955, he was born in Southhampton, Hampshire, England (the eldest…
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“MISS JACKSON” by OUTKAST
It’s Day 23 of our spotlight on BLACK HISTORY MONTH, and today’s song choice comes to us from the American hip-hop duo known as OutKast. In 2002, this track won the award for “Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group” (at the 44th Annual Grammy Awards). It also won the BET Award for “Video of the Year” and the MTV Video Music Award for “Best Hip-Hop Video”. On this very day, February 23rd 2001, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like…
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