Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOE JONAS
Joe Jonas is an American singer and songwriter who gained fame as a member of the Jonas Brothers (alongside his siblings, Kevin and Nick). Some of this group’s most popular songs include “S.O.S”, “Sucker”, “Burnin’ Up”, and “Only Human”. In 2020, the Jonas Brothers won three Billboard Music Awards (including “Top Duo/Group”), and in 2023, they received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On this very day, August 15th 1989, Joseph Adam Jonas was born in Casa Grande, Arizona. In celebration of his birthday, exactly 35 years ago…
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“EYE OF THE TIGER” by SURVIVOR
“Eye of the Tiger” is a very uplifting and motivational track that was recorded by American rock band, Survivor. A popular theme song from “Rocky III”, the lyrics within convey a message of determination and perseverance, making it a popular song to be played at sporting events all across North America. In 1983, at the 25th Annual Grammy Awards, it was nominated for “Song of the Year”, and won the award for “Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal”. On this very day, August 15th 1982, it…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAVID CROSBY
David Crosby was an American singer, songwriter, and musician who gained fame as a founding member of The Byrds. A couple of this groups’ most recognizable songs include “Mr. Tambourine Man” and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). After leaving The Byrds (in 1967), he formed the band, Crosby, Stills & Nash (with Stephen Stills and Graham Nash). Later, Canadian legend Neil Young joined the group, and they went on to achieve significant success with songs like “Woodstock” and “Teach Your Children”.…
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“LIGHT MY FIRE” by THE DOORS
“Light My Fire” is a classic psychedelia-infused song that was recorded by American rock band, The Doors. Known for Ray Manzarek’s distinctive keyboard intro, and Jim Morrison’s passionate vocals, this track helped define the counterculture sound of the late 1960s. In 1968, Jose Feliciano released his version of the song, that also charted well on the mainstream charts (especially in Canada). On this very day, August 14th 1967, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY RICK SPRINGFIELD
Rick Springfield is an Australian-American musician, singer, and songwriter who achieved international fame in the 1980s with a series of hit songs (and his role as Dr. Noah Drake on the soap opera, “General Hospital”). Some of his greatest hits include songs like “Jessie’s Girl”, “Affair of the Heart”, “Love Somebody”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). On this very day, August 23rd 1949, Richard Lewis Springthorpe (known professionally as Rick Springfield) was born in Guildford, New South Wales, Australia. In…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY FEARGAL SHARKEY
Feargal Sharkey is an Irish singer, songwriter, and musician who gained prominence as lead vocalist of punk rock band, The Undertones. This group achieved commercial success with songs like “Teenage Kicks”, “My Perfect Cousin”, and “Here Comes the Summer”. After The Undertones disbanded (in 1983), he pursued a solo career, producing U.K. hits like “You Little Thief” and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). On this very day, August 13th 1958, Sean Feargal Sharkey was born in Derry, Ireland. In celebration of…
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“SUMMER IN THE CITY” by LOVIN’ SPOONFUL
“Summer in the City” is a classic pop song that was recorded by American rock band, the Lovin’ Spoonful. Written by lead singer John Sebastian, the lyrics within effectively capture the energy and atmosphere of a hot summer day. This song would go on to top the charts in Canada, and Rolling Stone magazine ranked it on its list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All-Time”. On this very day, August 13th 1966, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have…
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