Author: DJ Rays Music

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY BOBBIE GENTRY

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Bobbie Gentry is an American singer and songwriter who gained fame (in the late 1960s) for her critically acclaimed single, “Ode to Billie Joe”. This folklore classic topped the charts in America, and earned Gentry a total of three Grammy Awards, including “Best New Artist”. In 1971, with her popularity on a high, she was given her own U.K. television variety show called “The Bobbie Gentry Happiness Hour”. Her unique storytelling ability set her apart from other artists of her time, and in the year 2020, she was inducted into…

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“SATISFACTION” by ROLLING STONES

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Today’s track is a classic rock anthem recorded by the legendary, Rolling Stones. The song’s distinctive sound (played by Keith Richards) is one of the most famous guitar riffs in rock history. The lyrics within express a rebellious frustration in various aspects of life, including sexual frustration and commercialism. Considered as one of the world’s most popular songs ever, in 1998 it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and in 2021, Rolling Stone magazine ranked it on its list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All-Time”. On this…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICK JAGGER

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Mick Jagger is an iconic singer and songwriter who is best known as lead vocalist (and co-founder) of the Rolling Stones. Although there’s way too many to list, this legendary group produced numerous hits, including “Satisfaction” “Paint It Black”, “Start Me Up”, “Sympathy for the Devil”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). With a career that has spanned over six decades, Mick Jagger has often been described as the most popular front man in the history of rock music. In 1989, he…

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“BENT” by MATCHBOX 20

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Today’s track is a popular song (from the early 2000s) that was recorded by American rock band, Matchbox Twenty. The lyrics within are often interpreted as addressing personal struggles and challenges, with themes of overcoming adversity. On February 21st 2001 (at the Staples Centre in L.A.), it was Grammy-nominated for “Best Rock Song”, and would go on to become a #1 hit in Canada. On this very day, July 25th 2000, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100. If you’d like to have a listen,…

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R.I.P. CHARLIE RICH

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Charlie Rich was an American country singer who was born in Colt, Arkansas on December 14th, 1932. His cross-over appeal helped popularize some of his biggest hits including “Behind Closed Doors” and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). During his career, he received several Grammy Awards, including “Best Country & Western Album” (for “Behind Closed Doors”) and “Best Male Country Vocal Performance” (for “A Very Special Love Song”). In 1992, he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, recognizing his…

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“BAD, BAD LEROY BROWN” by JIM CROCE

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Today’s track is a classic folk-rock song that was recorded by American singer, Jim Croce. The lyrics within tell the story of a brash and aggressive man who meets an unfortunate fate when he encounters an even tougher man in a bar. In 1973, it was Grammy nominated for two awards, including “Best Pop Male Vocalist” and “Record of the Year”. On this very day, July 24th 1973, 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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