Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ADAM LEVINE
Adam Levine is an American singer and songwriter, who is best known as lead vocalist of the pop rock band, Maroon 5. Since their inception (in 2001), this band has produced numerous chart-topping hits, including “Moves Like Jagger”, “Sugar”, “Girls Like You”, and “She Will Be Loved”. During the years 2011 until 2019, Adam Levine served as a coach on the reality TV show, “The Voice”. In 2019 he and Maroon 5 headlined the Super Bowl 53 halftime show. With Adam Levine as their front man, Maroon 5 has received…
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“ANOTHER BRICK IN THE WALL” by PINK FLOYD
Written by Roger Waters, “Another Brick in the Wall” is a three-part composition that was recorded by English rock band, Pink Floyd. Part 1 features a melancholic guitar riff that sets the theme for the rest of the song. Part 2, is the most well-known and commercially successful portion (that I have posted a link to)…and finally, Part 3 wraps up the eventual message within. Despite its commercial success, the song also sparked controversy and was banned in some places due to its perceived anti-education stance (and suggested suicidal thoughts).…
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R.I.P. JERMAINE STEWART
Jermaine Stewart was an American singer, dancer, and songwriter who was born in Columbus, Ohio on September 7th, 1957. Before starting his solo career, he was a backing vocalist for artists like Shalamar and Culture Club. As a solo artist, his most popular singles, included songs like “Jody”, “Don’t Talk Dirty to Me”, “Say It Again”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, March 17th, 1997, William Jermaine Stewart died of AIDS-related liver cancer (at 39 years of age). In memory of his passing, I’ve chosen a classic dance…
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“I WANNA HOLD YOUR HAND” by BEATLES
The song, “I Want to Hold Your Hand” was written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, and recorded by the legendary, Beatles. It became a #1 hit single (in the U.S.) and marked the beginning of the British Invasion (to North America). In 1998, the song was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and in 2004, Rolling Stone magazine ranked it at #16 on their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All-Time”. On this very day, March 17th 1964, it was the #1 song in America,…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY NANCY WILSON
Nancy Wilson is an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter, who is one of the founding members of Heart. Alongside her sister Ann, she helped the group become one of the most successful rock bands ever. Some of Hearts’ most reputable singles include songs like “Barracuda”, “Magic Man”, “Alone”, “Never”, and today’s song choice (to name a few). Throughout her career, she has received various accolades, including a 2013 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, March 16th 1954, Nancy Wilson was born in San…
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“SUCKER” by JONAS BROTHERS
The song “Sucker” is a catchy (and well-known) tune that was recorded by American pop band, the Jonas Brothers. It is particularly known for its infectious melody, energetic production, and the harmonious vocals between brothers, Kevin, Joe and Nick. It marked the bands’ first #1 single in the U.S., and in 2019, it won the award for “Best Pop Video” at the MTV Video Music Awards show. On this very day, March 16th 2019, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to…
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