Author: DJ Rays Music

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“BRANDY” by LOOKING GLASS

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The song “Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl)” was recorded by American pop-rock band, Looking Glass. The lyrics within tell the story of a beautiful barmaid named Brandy (who works in a small harbor town). Although she is very popular among the many seamen that pass through, she’s saving herself for a special sailor who may never return. On this very day, August 28th 1972, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided…

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“MAKE IT WITH YOU” by BREAD

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“Make It with You” is a romantic ballad that was recorded by American soft rock band, Bread. Written by their lead vocalist, David Gates, the lyrics within express the Narrator’s deep desire to make his relationship work. In the year 1970, it was certified gold (in the U.S.) for sales of over one million copies. On this very day, August 27th 1970, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. From…

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R.I.P. STEVIE RAY VAUGHAN!

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Stevie Ray Vaughan was an American musician who was born in Dallas, Texas on October 3rd, 1954. Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the revival of blues music, he gained prominence for his soulful guitar playing and powerful stage presence. Throughout his short career, he received a total of 6 Grammy Awards, and in 2015, he was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, August 27th 1990, Stephen Ray Vaughan died in a helicopter crash near East Troy, Wisconsin.…

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R.I.P. LAURA BRANIGAN!

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Laura Branigan was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Mount Kisco, New York on July 3rd, 1952. Some of her most well-known songs include “Self Control”, “Solitaire”, “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout her career, she contributed songs to many movie and TV soundtracks, including Flashdance, Ghostbusters, and Miami Vice. On this very day, August 26th 2004, Laura Ann Branigan died in her sleep (at 52 years of age). In…

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“WHERE DID OUR LOVE GO” by DIANA ROSS & THE SUPREMES

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The song “Where Did Our Love Go” is a classic mo-town track that was recorded by American girl group, Diana Ross & The Supremes. The lyrics within convey a sense of heartbreak as the narrator wonders why her relationship has lost its spark. In August 1965, this song was transmitted to the astronauts who were orbiting Earth (during the Gemini 5 mission). On this very day, August 26th 1964, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to…

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“BROTHER LOUIE” by STORIES

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“Brother Louie” is a funky pop song that was originally recorded by British soul band, Hot Chocolate. However, it was the Stories version that truly resonated throughout North America (and went on to become a gold record). The lyrics within tell the story of an interracial couple and all the challenges they were forced to deal with (including social issues and prejudice) during the early seventies. On this very day, August 25th 1973, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have…

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