Author: DJ Rays Music
R.I.P. JIM MORRISON
Jim Morrison was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Melbourne, Florida on December 8th, 1943. He is best remembered as lead singer for American rock band, The Doors. His distinctive voice, poetic lyrics, and charismatic stage presence helped him become a pop culture phenomenon. Some of the Doors’ most popular hits include songs like “Break on Through”, “Light My Fire”, “Hello, I Love You”, “Riders on the Storm”, and today’s attached song link. In 1993, Jim Morrison was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (as a…
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“Umbrella” RIHANNA
“Umbrella” is an urban pop track that was recorded by Barbadian singer, Rihanna. Co-written by Jay-Z, the lyrics within convey a message of being there for someone during challenging times (metaphorically using an umbrella to represent protection). It topped the charts in many countries around the world, and in 2008, it earned Rihanna her very first Grammy Award for “Best Rap/Sung Collaboration”. On this very day, July 3rd 2007, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel…
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R.I.P. ALAN LONGMUIR
Alan Longmuir was a pop-rock musician who was born in Edinburgh, Scotland on June 20th, 1948. He is best remembered as the original bassist (and a founding member of the Bay City Rollers). His time with the band lasted from its formation (in 1966) until ten years later (in 1976), when he left the group. Some of the group’s most popular songs include “Saturday Night”, “Money Honey”, “I Only Wanna Be with You”, and today’s attached song link. On this very day, July 2nd 2018, Alan Longmuir died at 70…
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“Be With You” ENRIQUE IGLESIAS
“Be with You” is an up-tempo dance song that was recorded by Spanish pop singer, Enrique Iglesias. The lyrics within convey a sense of passion and desire, expressing the narrator’s longing to be with that special someone. In 2001, it was Grammy-nominated for “Best Dance Recording” after performing exceptionally well in the U.S. nightclub scene. On this very day, July 2nd 2000, 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. Released…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEBORAH HARRY
Deborah Harry is an American singer and songwriter who is best known as lead vocalist of the new wave band, Blondie. This group achieved international success with hits like “Heart of Glass”, “Rapture”, “The Tide is High”, “One Way or Another”, and today’s attached song link. Throughout their career, Blondie sold approximately 40 million records, and in 2006, they were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, July 1st 1945, Angela Trimble (known professionally as Deborah Harry) was born in Miami, Florida. In celebration…
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“Sundown” GORDON LIGHTFOOT
“Sundown” is a song that was written and recorded by legendary Canadian singer-songwriter, Gordon Lightfoot. The lyrics within describe feelings of jealousy as the narrator observes his partner’s suspicious actions (particularly at sundown). As expected, this song performed exceptionally well in Gordon Lightfoot’s native land (reaching the #1 spot on Canada’s Mainstream Singles chart). On this very day, July 1st 1974, it was also 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. Released…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY FANTASIA BARRINO
Fantasia Barrino, commonly known as Fantasia, is an American R&B singer who gained national attention (in 2004) as winner of the reality TV series, “American Idol”. Her most popular songs (to date) include “I Believe”, “When I See U”, and today’s attached song link. Throughout her career, she has received several Grammy Awards, including “Best Female R&B Vocal Performance” (for her 2010 single, “Bittersweet”). On this very day, June 30th 1984, Fantasia Monique Barrino was born in High Point, North Carolina. In celebration of her birthday, exactly 40 years ago…
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