Author: DJ Rays Music

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY DONNY OSMOND

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Donny Osmond is an American singer (and former teen idol) who gained fame (alongside his brothers) as a member of the Osmonds. The group’s success spanned between the late 1960s (and early 1970s), with hits like “One Bad Apple” and “Yo-Yo”. As a solo artist, his most popular songs were “Soldier of Love”, “Go Away Little Girl”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In addition to his music career, in the 1970s, he also co-hosted “The Donny and Marie Show” (with…

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“ALL NIGHT LONG” by LIONEL RICHIE

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“All Night Long” is a popular eighties track that was recorded by American singer-songwriter, Lionel Richie. Known for its infectious Caribbean-influenced sound, it was certified platinum in both Canada and the U.K. Its catchy melody and feel-good atmosphere made it popular all over the world, topping the music charts in the Netherlands, Finland, Australia, South Africa, and Canada. On this very day, December 9th 1983, 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…

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R.I.P. JOHN LENNON

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John Lennon was an English singer, musician, and songwriter who was born in Liverpool, England on October 9th, 1940. He initially rose to fame as one of the founding members of The Beatles (who spearheaded the 1960s British Invasion). After The Beatles disbanded (in 1970), he embarked on a solo career, and recorded hits like “Give Peace a Chance”, “Just Like Starting Over”, “Woman”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In 1987, he was posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of…

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“PAPA WAS A ROLLING STONE” by TEMPTATIONS

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“Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone” is a funky soul track that was recorded by American vocal group, The Temptations. The lyrics within tell the story of a man whose father was absent and left a legacy of extreme hardship and instability. In my personal opinion, this song is particularly special for having the best bassline of all-time. In 1973, it won three Grammy Awards, and many years later (in 1999), this classic was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. On this very day, December 8th 1972, it was the #1…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY SARA BAREILLES

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Sara Bareilles is an American singer and musician who’s known for her piano-driven arrangements, powerful vocals, and introspective songwriting. Her most popular singles include “King of Anything”, “Brave”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout her career she has received many accolades, including 2 Grammy Awards, and in 2012, VH1 named her as one of the “100 Greatest Women in Music”. On this very day, December 7th 1979, Sara Beth Bareilles was born in Eureka, California. In celebration of her birthday, exactly 45 years ago…

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“WAKE ME UP BEFORE YOU GO-GO” by WHAM

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“Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” is a high energy pop song that was recorded by the English singing duo known as Wham. Written by lead singer, George Michael, his lyrical inspiration came one day before he and bandmate (Andrew Ridgely) were going out on the town. Michael fell asleep, but before he drifted off, he wrote a scribbled note with directions for Ridgely to wake him up before he goes. Ranked at #28 on VH1’s list of the “100 Greatest Songs From the 1980s”, this track sold 2 million…

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