Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to DEBBIE GIBSON!
Debbie Gibson is an American singer and songwriter who gained fame (in the late 1980s) as a teenage pop sensation. Some of her most memorable singles include “Shake Your Love”, “Only in my Dreams”, “Lost in Your Eyes”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). On this very day, August 31st 1970, Deborah Ann Gibson was born in New York City. In celebration of her birthday, I’ve chosen a ballad that made Gibson the youngest artist to write and produce a Billboard…
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“THE LOCO-MOTION” by LITTLE EVA
“The Loco-Motion” is an energetic pop song that was co-written by Carole King, and recorded by American vocalist, Little Eva. Another popular version of the song came (in 1974) when American rock band, Grand Funk, released their version. However, it was Little Eva’s rendition of the track that truly catapulted the song to greatness. Not only did it dominate many charts around the world, in 2016, it was also inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. On this very day, August 31st 1962, it was the #1 song in America,…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to BEBE REXHA!
Bebe Rexha is an American singer who initially gained recognition as a songwriter (co-writing several hits for other artists before launching her own solo career). Some of her biggest singles include “I’m a Mess”, “Last Hurrah”, “You Can’t Stop the Girl”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In 2019, she received a grammy nomination for today’s song choice. On this very day, August 30th 1989, Bebe Rexha was born in Brooklyn, New York. In celebration of her birthday, I’ve chosen a…
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“GREASE” by FRANKIE VALLI
“Grease” is a song that was written by Barry Gibb (of the Bee Gees) and recorded by Frankie Valli (of the Four Seasons). Taken from the classic soundtrack, “Grease”, this carefree tune takes us back to the 1950s lifestyle (featuring poodle skirts, greasers and fast cars). With sales of over 7 million copies worldwide, it peaked at #1 in both, the Netherlands and Canada. On this very day, August 30th 1978, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a…
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HEAVENLY HAPPY BIRTHDAY to LIAM PAYNE!
Liam Payne was an English singer and songwriter who gained fame as a member of the popular boy band, One Direction. Some of this group’s biggest hits include “What Makes You Beautiful”, “Story of My Life”, and “Drag Me Down”. After the break up of One Direction, Liam Payne decided to start a solo career, and released his debut album, LP1 (which features today’s song choice). On this very day, August 29th 1993, Liam James Payne was born in West Midlands, England. In celebration of his heavenly birthday, I’ve chosen…
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“BAD GUY” by BILLIE EILISH
“Bad Guy” is a dark pop song that was recorded by American singer, Billie Eilish. The lyrics within convey themes of identity, power dynamics, and the games people play with one another. In 2020 (at the Staples Centre in L.A.), it received several Grammy awards, including “Record of the Year” and “Song of the Year”. A diamond certified single, it topped the charts in multiple countries, including Greece, Finland, Australia, and Canada. On this very day, August 29th 2019, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If…
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