Author: DJ Rays Music
R.I.P. EDWIN STARR
Edwin Starr was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Nashville, Tennessee on January 21st 1942. Known for his soulful voice and energetic stage presence, he rose to fame (in the late 1960s) with a series of popular hits. Some of his most well-known singles include songs like “Twenty-Five Miles”, “Stop Her on Sight”, “Happy Radio”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, April 2nd 2003, Charles Edwin Hatcher (known professionally as Edwin Starr) died of a heart attack at his home in England. He was 61…
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“DECEMBER’63” by FOUR SEASONS
“December, 1963” is a popular track (from the mid-1970s) that was recorded by The Four Seasons (featuring Frankie Valli on lead vocals). Written by keyboardist, Bob Gaudio, the lyrics within reminisce about a special night the writer spent with his soon to be wife, Judy Parker. This song marks the final chart-topper for the Four Seasons as a group, but Frankie Valli would have one more #1 hit (as a solo artist) with his 1978 single, “Grease”. On this very day, April 2nd 1976, it was the #1 song in…
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R.I.P. MARVIN GAYE
Marvin Gaye was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who was born in Washington, DC on April 2nd, 1939. Considered as one of the most influential artists in the history of popular music, his most famous songs include “I Heard It Through the Grapevine”, “Sexual Healing”, “Let’s Get It On”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his career, he has received many accolades including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement award, and inductions into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, April…
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“TEMPERATURE” by SEAN PAUL
“Temperature” is a popular dancehall/reggae fusion song that was recorded by Jamaican music artist, Sean Paul. Considered as one of his signature hits, this song achieved commercial success worldwide, reaching the Top 10 in countries like Switzerland, France, Australia, and Canada. This track is unique in the sense that its 124 BPM count is not a traditional one compared to most dancehall reggae songs (that are usually under 100 beats per minute). On this very day, April 1st 2006, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANGUS YOUNG
Angus Young is a musician and songwriter, who is best known as lead guitarist of the legendary rock band, AC/DC. He formed the band (in 1973) along with his late brother Malcolm. Known for his legendary schoolboy outfits (and intense stage presence), he directly contributed to the bands’ most iconic tracks, including “Highway to Hell”, “Dirty Deeds”, “You Shook Me all Night Long”, “Back in Black”, and “Hells Bells” (to name just a few). In 2003, alongside the other members of AC/DC, he was officially inducted into the Rock &…
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“TAKE A BOW” by MADONNA
The song, “Take a Bow”, was recorded by legendary American pop singer, Madonna. Inspired by a Latin-influenced melody, the lyrics within explore themes of heartbreak, and taking a bow at the end of a relationship. In 1994, this song was featured in the final episode of “Friends”, and in 1995, Madonna won the award for “Best Female Video” (at the MTV Video Music Awards). On this very day, March 31st 1995, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen,…
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