Author: DJ Rays Music

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY DENNIS LOCORRIERE

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Dennis Locorriere is an American singer and songwriter who is best known as lead vocalist (and guitarist) for the rock band, Dr. Hook. Some of this group’s signature hits include “Sylvia’s Mother”, “Cover of the Rolling Stone”, “Only Sixteen”, “When You’re in Love with a Beautiful Woman”, and today’s attached song link. On this very day, June 13th 1949, Dennis Michael Locorriere was born in Union City, New Jersey. In celebration of his birthday, I’ve chosen a very sexy tune that charted within the Top 10 in both Canada and…

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“MORE THAN WORDS” by EXTREME

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“More Than Words” is a power ballad that was recorded by American rock band, Extreme. The lyrics within express the idea that saying “I love you” is not enough, and that actions speak louder than words. An instant classic, this track topped the charts in many countries around the world, including New Zealand and Canada. On this very day, June 13th 1991, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link.…

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“IF YOU HAD MY LOVE” by JENNIFER LOPEZ

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“If You Had My Love” is a popular R&B song that was recorded by American singer, Jennifer Lopez. The lyrics within convey a sense of vulnerability as the narrator questions the level of trust and commitment in a potential relationship. At the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards, the attached video received four nominations, including “Best Female Video”, “Best Dance Video”, “Best Pop Video” and “Best New Artist in a Video”. On this very day, June 12th 1999, 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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HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRIS YOUNG

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Chris Young is an American vocalist who gained prominence (in 2006) after winning the television singing competition, “Nashville Star”. Since then, he has released several hit singles, including “Gettin’ You Home”, “Tomorrow”, “I’m Comin’ Over”, and today’s attached song link. In 2011, he won the ACM award for “Single of the Year” with his hit song, “Voices”. On this very day, June 12th 1985, Christopher Alan Young was born in Murfeesboro, Tennessee. In celebration of his birthday, I’ve chosen a country party tune that gets me riled up every time…

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“LADY MARMALADE” by CHRISTINA AGUILERA & FRIENDS

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“Lady Marmalade” is a sexy disco-pop song that was originally recorded by R&B girl group, LaBelle. The lyrics within are very suggestive and sexual in nature, while seemingly imposing a sense of female empowerment. In 2001, this version of the song topped the charts in several countries, while earning a Grammy Award for “Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals”. On this very day, June 11th 2001, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRAHAM RUSSELL

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Graham Russell is a songwriter, musician, and vocalist who is best known as a founding member of the soft rock band, Air Supply. This group achieved international success with a string of popular ballads, including “Lost in Love”, “Every Woman in the World”, “The One That You Love”, and today’s attached song link. In 2013, Graham Russell (and band mate Russell Hitchcock) were both inducted into the Australian Hall of Fame (in recognition of their contributions to the music industry). On this very day, June 11th 1950, Graham Russell was…

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“IT’S MY PARTY” by LESLEY GORE

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“It’s My Party” is a classic pop song that was recorded by American singer-songwriter, Lesley Gore. The lyrics within capture the heartbreak of a girl whose boyfriend leaves her during her birthday party. Eventually he returns with the narrator’s best friend Judy, who’s wearing his ring. Lesley Gore’s emotive and expressive vocal delivery, combined with the catchy melody, contributed to the song’s massive success. On this very day, June 10th 1963, 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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