Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY COREY GLOVER
Corey Glover is an American singer and musician who is best known as lead vocalist for the rock band, Living Colour. Formed in 1984, this group gained prominence (in the late 1980s) and is known for its eclectic mix of rock, funk, jazz, hip-hop, and metal. Their most popular songs are “Glamour Boys” and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided song link). With Corey Glover at the helm, Living Colour has won 2 Grammys and 3 MTV Video Music Awards. On this very…
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“SUSPICIOUS MINDS” by ELVIS PRESLEY
“Suspicious Minds” is a classic track that was first recorded (in 1968) by singer-songwriter, Mark James. However, it was Elvis Presley’s version (one year later) that dominated the North American music charts. The lyrics within convey a sense of paranoia and distrust (that can arise from a troubled relationship). In December 2003, Rolling Stone magazine included it on their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time”. On this very day, November 6th 1969, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRYAN ADAMS
Bryan Adams is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and musician who has sold over 75 million records worldwide. His most famous singles include “Summer of ’69”, “Heaven”, “Somebody”, “Everything I Do (I Do It for You)”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout his storied career, he has won a total of 20 Juno Awards, and was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On this very day, November 5th 1959, Bryan Adams was born…
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“YOU NEEDED ME” by ANNE MURRAY
“You Needed Me” is a soft and emotional ballad that was recorded by legendary Canadian singer, Anne Murray. The heartfelt lyrics within convey the narrator’s sense of vulnerability (and gratitude) for someone very special. In 1979, it earned Murray the Grammy Award for “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance”. It was also a very popular country single, winning an ACM award for “Song of the Year”. On this very day, November 5th 1978, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a…
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HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY FELIX MENDELSSOHN
Felix Mendelssohn was a German composer, pianist, and conductor who was born in Hamburg, Germany on February 3rd, 1809. A key contributor to the “Romantic Period” in classical music history, he’s regarded as one of the most celebrated and versatile composers of his time. Initially born into a wealthy and cultured Jewish family, Mendelssohn’s father Abraham later had his family baptized as Lutheran Christians. This was partially decided as a way to facilitate their integration into German society. By the age of 12, Felix composed his first symphony, and by…
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“MACARENA” by LOS DEL RIO
The song “Macarena” is a Spanish dance track that was recorded by Latin pop duo, Los del Río. Alongside the “Macarena” line dance, this song became extremely popular, and has since transformed into a cultural phenomenon (often played at various parties and weddings). VH1 ranked it as the “Greatest One-Hit Wonder of All-Time”, and Billboard magazine placed it at #3 on their list of the “Top Songs of the 90s”. On this very day, November 4th 1996, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ADAM ANT
Adam Ant is an English singer and musician who gained fame as lead vocalist of the new wave and post-punk band, Adam and the Ants. This group achieved commercial success with their second album, “Kings of the Wild Frontier”, which included singles like “Antmusic” and “Dog Eat Dog”. He later pursued a solo career and released his 1982 album, “Friend or Foe”, which includes the song I chose for you today (which you can listen to by clicking on the provided link). On this very day, November 3rd 1954, Stuart…
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