Author: DJ Rays Music

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R.I.P. Tina Turner

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Tina Turner (often referred to as the “Queen of Rock & Roll”) is a legendary singer and songwriter who rose to fame (in the 1960s) as lead vocalist of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue. After a tumultuous marriage to Ike Turner, she left the relationship and embarked on a solo career. A symbol of female empowerment, her biggest solo hits include “Private Dancer”, “Better Be Good to Me”, “The Best”, and today’s song choice. Throughout her amazing career, she has earned numerous accolades, including 12 Grammy Awards and an…

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“Let’s Dance” David Bowie

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“Let’s Dance” is a 1980s song that was recorded by one of the greatest stars in music history, the late David Bowie. With production assistance from Nile Rodgers (of Chic), this track went on to top the charts in many countries around the world, including New Zealand, Spain, Canada, and the U.K. (to name a few). In 1984, this song earned David Bowie a Grammy Award nomination for “Record of the Year”. On this very day, May 24th 1983, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100…

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“Cathy’s Clown” The Everly Brothers

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“Cathy’s Clown” is an early rock classic that was recorded by a very harmonious duo, better known as the Everly Brothers. The lyrics within express deep heartbreak after the narrator has been deceived by a romantic interest. Recognized as the brothers’ best-selling single of their career, in 2004, Rolling Stone magazine placed it on their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All-Time”. On this very day, May 23rd 1960, 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 Jewel

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Jewel Kilcher, known professionally as Jewel, is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who gained fame (in the mid-1990s) with her debut album, “Pieces of You”. Her music is often characterized by introspective lyrics, and a blend of folk, pop, and country elements. Some of her biggest singles include “Pieces of You”, “Who Will Save Your Soul”, “Foolish Games”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, May 23rd 1974, Jewel Kilcher was born in Payson, Utah (the second child born to Atz and Nedra Kilcher). In celebration of her…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Morrissey

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Morrissey is an English singer and songwriter who rose to prominence as front man for alternative rock band, The Smiths. He’s especially known for his introspective (and often poetic) lyrics that explore themes of alienation, love, and social commentary. Some of the Smiths’ most notable songs include “How Soon Is Now?”, “There’s a Light That Never Goes Out”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, May 22nd 1959, Steven Patrick Morrissey was born in Lancashire, England (to parents Elizabeth and Peter). In celebration of his birthday, exactly 65 years…

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“Makes Me Wonder” Maroon 5

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The song “Makes Me Wonder” is an up-tempo track that was recorded by American pop rock band, Maroon 5. The lyrics within explore themes of a failed relationship (exploring various uncertainties and reflections of what might have gone awry). Further increasing its exposure, the song was used in a commercial for Coca-Cola, and in 2008, it won the Grammy Award for “Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal”. On this very day, May 22nd 2007, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart.…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Leo Sayer

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Leo Sayer is a British-Australian singer and songwriter who achieved international success (in the 1970s) with a string of hit songs, including “Long Tall Glasses”, “More Than I Can Say”, “You make Me Feel Like Dancing”, and today’s song choice. In 1974, he received Grammy Awards nominations for “Best New Artist” and “Best Pop Vocal Performance, Male”. On this very day, May 21st 1948, Gerard Hugh Sayer (known professionally as Leo Sayer) was born in Sussex, England (to parents Theresa and Thomas). In celebration of his birthday, exactly 76 years…

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“Don’t You (Forget About Me)” Simple Minds

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“Don’t You (Forget About Me)” is a popular eighties song that was recorded by Scottish rock band, Simple Minds. John Leland (of Spin Magazine) described it as a “romantic and melancholy dance track that cuts ice in both, the living room and on the dancefloor”.” Its infectious sound appealed to the masses, and in 1986, it received a Grammy Award nomination for “Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals”. On this very day, May 21st 1985, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100…

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