Author: DJ Rays Music

June Carter Cash was an American singer who was born in Maces Spring, Virginia on June 23rd, 1929. She was a key part of the Carter Family, a legendary country music group that included her mother Maybelle, and her sisters, Anita and Helen. She also had a successful solo career, recording hits like “Juke Box Blues” and “Ring of Fire”. A five-time Grammy Award winner, she was also the second wife of legendary country music singer, Johnny Cash. On this very day, May 15th 2003, June Carter Cash died from…

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Frank Sinatra, was an iconic American singer who was born in New Jersey on December 12th 1915. Regarded as one of the greatest entertainers in music history, he was also a key member of the “Rat Pack” (that included other legends like Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Peter Lawford, and Joey Bishop). Often referred to as “Old Blue Eyes”, some of his signature songs include “New York, New York”, “Strangers in the Night”, “Fly Me to the Moon”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). On this very…

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Darius Rucker is an American singer and songwriter who initially gained fame as lead vocalist for Hootie & the Blowfish, a band he formed (in 1986) before pursuing a solo career in country music. Some of his biggest singles (as a solo artist) include “Alright”, “Come Back Song”, “If I Told You”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his career, he has won 3 Grammy Awards, and in 2012, he became an official member of the Grand Ole Opry. On this very day, May 13th 1966, Darius Rucker was born in…

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