Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOM KIEFER
Tom Keifer is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist best known as lead vocalist for the rock band, Cinderella. Throughout the late 1980s and early nineties, this band released several albums, which featured hits like “Gypsy Road”, “Coming Home”, and the song I chose for you today. His enduring presence in the rock music scene, both with Cinderella and as a solo artist, has earned him respect among his fans all around the world. On this very day, January 26th, 1961, Carl Tom Kiefer was born in Springfield, Pennsylvania. In…
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“TIMBER” by PITBULL ft KESHA
The song “Timber” is a popular dance track that was recorded by American rapper, Pitbull. The lyrics within convey a celebratory atmosphere, encouraging listeners to let loose and have a good time. Upon its release, it became a commercial success, reaching the top of the charts in multiple countries. As of August 2023, the music video for “Timber” has over 1.4 billion views on YouTube, making it Pitbull’s most viewed video. On this very day, January 26th 2014, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart.…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALICIA KEYS
Alicia Keys is an American singer, songwriter, pianist, and record producer, who gained international fame in the early 2000s with her debut album, “Songs in A Minor”. Some of her most popular singles include hits like “If I Ain’t Got You”, “No One”, “Fallin’”, “A Woman’s Worth”, “You Don’t Know My Name”, and the song I chose for you today. In 2009, she collaborated with Jay-Z and recorded a Billboard #1 hit with “Empire State of Mind”. Throughout her career, she has won numerous Grammy Awards, including “Best New Artist”…
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“DOWN UNDER” by MEN AT WORK
The song “Down Under” is a popular eighties track that was recorded by the Australian rock band, Men at Work. The lyrics within depict an Australian man who’s travelling the globe, meeting people who are interested in his homeland. The story is based in part on singer Colin Hay’s own travels abroad, including a prominent reference to a Vegemite sandwich (a popular snack in Australia). In October 2006, VH1 added it to their list of the “100 Greatest Songs of the 1980s”. On this very day, January 25th 1983, it was the…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY NEIL DIAMOND
Neil Diamond is an American singer and songwriter whose career has spanned over many decades. Over the years he has produced a string of iconic singles, including “I Am… I Said”, “America”, “Song Sung Blue”, “Cracklin’ Rosie”, “Forever in Blue Jeans”, and the song I chose for you today. Throughout his lengthy career, he has received multiple accolades, including a “Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award”, and an induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. On this very day, January 24th, 1941, Neil Leslie Diamond was born in New York City. In…
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