Author: DJ Rays Music

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY BOBBY BROWN

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Bobby Brown is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame as lead vocalist of the R&B group, New Edition. In 2017, this unique boy band was honored with a BET “Lifetime Achievement Award”. By the late 1980s, Bobby Brown decided to embark on a solo career, and produced hits like “My Prerogative”, Humpin’ Around”, and today’s song choice. His marriage to singer Whitney Houston (in 1992) garnered significant media attention throughout the couples’ tumultuous relationship (that would last for many years). On this very day, February 5th, 1969,…

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“WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME TOMORROW?” by THE SHIRELLES

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Day five of BLACK HISTORY MONTH features a classic Motown song that was first recorded by American girl group, the Shirelles (whose version became a major hit in the U.S., and beyond). Rolling Stone magazine placed it on their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time”, and Billboard magazine placed it at #3 on their list of the “100 Greatest Girl Group Songs”. On this very day, February 5th 1961, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALICE COOPER

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Alice Cooper, is an American singer and songwriter who became a prominent figure in the rock music scene during the 1970s. He is credited for being one of the pioneers of shock rock, with his on-stage persona being characterized by dark and macabre themes (often featuring guillotines, fake blood, and other theatrical elements). Some of the songs that made Alice Cooper famous include “I’m Eighteen”, “School’s Out”, “Only Women Bleed”, “No More Mr. Nice Guy”, and “Poison” (to name just a few). Known for his unique impact in the hard…

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“TOGETHER AGAIN” by JANET JACKSON

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As we continue our spotlight on BLACK HISTORY MONTH, today’s song, “Together Again” was an R&B-Dance track was recorded by American pop singer, Janet Jackson. The lyrics within explore themes of love, loss, and the hope of being reunited with a loved one (in the afterlife). According to co-writer, Jimmy Jam, this song had a deeper meaning (for Jackson) because it was about a friend she lost to AIDS. Certified platinum in the U.S., the song received positive reviews globally, and topped the charts in Poland, Hungary, the Netherlands, and…

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R.I.P. BUDDY HOLLY

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Buddy Holly, a central figure in the early development of rock and roll, was born in Lubbock, Texas on September 7th, 1936. His music and style influenced many legendary artists, including the Beatles, Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan. In 1957, he formed the Crickets, and (together) they went on to release their breakthrough hit, “That’ll Be the Day”. His song catalog also includes many other hits, such as “Everyday”, “Peggy Sue”, “Not Fade Away”, “Rave On”, and the song I chose for today. On this very day, February 3rd, 1959,…

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“CAR WASH” by ROSE ROYCE

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BLACK HISTORY MONTH continues with a popular seventies track that was recorded by American disco-funk band, Rose Royce. With over 2 million copies sold (in the U.S. alone) it was platinum certified, and in 1977 the “Car Wash” soundtrack went on to win the Grammy Award for “Best Score Soundtrack Album”. In 2004, the song was covered by Christina Aguilera (and Missy Elliott), who released their version as a single for the soundtrack of “Shark Tale”. On this very day, February 3rd 1977, it was the #1 song in America,…

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