Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY HUEY LEWIS
Huey Lewis is an American singer and songwriter who is best known as lead vocalist for American pop-rock band, Huey Lewis and the News. Some of this group’s greatest hits include “The Heart of Rock & Roll”, “I Want a New Drug”, “Heart & Soul”, “The Power of Love”, “Stuck with You”, and today’s attached song link (to name a few). In an interview with David Letterman, Huey Lewis spoke about his hitchhiking adventures (across America) and how he learned to play harmonica (while on the road). On this very day, July 5th…
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“Don’t You Want Me” by HUMAN LEAGUE
“Don’t You Want Me” is a retro dance track that was recorded by British pop band, the Human League. Often associated with the new wave movement, in 2022, Rolling Stone magazine ranked it as one of the “Greatest Dance Songs of All-Time”. Considered as one of the most successful singles ever to chart in the U.K., it peaked at #1 in many countries around the world (including Canada). On this very day, July 5th 1982, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d…
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R.I.P. BARRY WHITE
Barry White was an American singer, songwriter, and composer who was born in Galveston, Texas on September 12th 1944. Known for his sensual style and distinct baritone vocals, his most popular songs include “Can’t Get Enough of Your Love, Babe”, “Never, Never Gonna Give You Up”, and today’s attached song link. On September 12th, 2013, which would have been his 69th birthday, Barry White was posthumously awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and in 2023, Rolling Stone magazine added him to their list of the “200 Greatest Singers…
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“I Get Around” BEACH BOYS
“I Get Around” is a classic surf-rock song that was recorded by All-American sensation, The Beach Boys. The lyrics within capture a carefree spirit of California’s surfing culture (as a young man proudly describes his adventures with different girls). An upbeat and energetic track, in 2017, it was inducted into the prestigious, Grammy Hall of Fame. On this very day, July 4th 1964, 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 provided link.…
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R.I.P. JIM MORRISON
Jim Morrison was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Melbourne, Florida on December 8th, 1943. He is best remembered as lead singer for American rock band, The Doors. His distinctive voice, poetic lyrics, and charismatic stage presence helped him become a pop culture phenomenon. Some of the Doors’ most popular hits include songs like “Break on Through”, “Light My Fire”, “Hello, I Love You”, “Riders on the Storm”, and today’s attached song link. In 1993, Jim Morrison was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (as a…
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“Umbrella” RIHANNA
“Umbrella” is an urban pop track that was recorded by Barbadian singer, Rihanna. Co-written by Jay-Z, the lyrics within convey a message of being there for someone during challenging times (metaphorically using an umbrella to represent protection). It topped the charts in many countries around the world, and in 2008, it earned Rihanna her very first Grammy Award for “Best Rap/Sung Collaboration”. On this very day, July 3rd 2007, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel…
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R.I.P. ALAN LONGMUIR
Alan Longmuir was a pop-rock musician who was born in Edinburgh, Scotland on June 20th, 1948. He is best remembered as the original bassist (and a founding member of the Bay City Rollers). His time with the band lasted from its formation (in 1966) until ten years later (in 1976), when he left the group. Some of the group’s most popular songs include “Saturday Night”, “Money Honey”, “I Only Wanna Be with You”, and today’s attached song link. On this very day, July 2nd 2018, Alan Longmuir died at 70…
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