Author: DJ Rays Music

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R.I.P. Percy Sledge

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Percy Sledge was an American soul and gospel singer who was born in Leighton, Alabama on November 25th, 1940. Some of his most popular hits include “Warm and Tender Love”, “Take Time to Know Her”, and today’s song choice. In 2005, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, April 14th 2015, Percy Tyrone Sledge died of liver cancer (at his home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana). He was 74. In memory of his passing, exactly 9 years ago today, I’ve chosen one of…

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April 14th 1979, What a Fool Believes by The Doobie Brothers

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“What a Fool Believes” is a song that was written by Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins, and recorded by The Doobie Brothers. The lyrics within tell the story of a man who dreams about rekindling a past romantic relationship, even though the woman has moved on. In 1980, the song’s mass popularity helped it to win several Grammy Awards, including “Song of the Year” and “Record of the Year”. On this very day, April 14th 1979, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Al Green

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Al Green is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest soul performers of all time. Some of his most famous songs include “Let’s Stay Together”, “Tired of Being Alone”, “I’m Still in Love with You”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades, including 11 Grammy Awards, and a 1995 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, April 13th 1946, Albert Leornes Greene was born in Forest City, Arkansas (to Cora…

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April 13th 1999, No Scrubs by TLC

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“No Scrubs” is a song that was recorded by American R&B girl group, TLC. The lyrics within empower women by discouraging romantic involvement with men who do not meet certain standards (commonly referred to as a scrub). In the year 2000, it won two Grammy Awards for “Best R&B Song” and “Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals”. On this very day, April 13th 1999, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Vince Gill

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Vince Gill is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose smooth tenor voice and well-crafted songwriting, has made him a legend in country music. Some of his notable hits include “When I Call Your Name”, “Go Rest High on That Mountain”, “Look at Us”, and today’s song choice. In 2007, he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, and as of 2022, he has earned a total of 22 Grammy Awards (which is more than any other male country star). On this very day, April 12th 1957, Vincent…

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April 12th 1977, Dancing Queen by ABBA

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“Dancing Queen” is a song that was recorded by Swedish pop group, ABBA. A true symbol of its era, the lyrics within describe a woman’s carefree spirit (while enjoying a night of dancing). Considered as the groups’ signature track, in 2015, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. On this very day, April 12th 1977, 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. From their 1975 album, “Arrival”, here’s ABBA,…

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April 11th 1970, Let It Be by The Beatles

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“Let It Be” is a peaceful ballad that was written by Paul McCartney and recorded by The Beatles. It was inspired by a dream McCartney had about his late mother, Mary, who passed away when he was just 14. In his dream, she spoke words of comfort to him during a challenging time in the band’s history. In 2004, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. On this very day, April 11th 1970, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d…

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R.I.P. June Pointer (Pointer Sisters)

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June Pointer was an American singer who was born in Oakland, California on November 30th, 1953. Alongside her sisters, Ruth, Anita and Bonnie, she was one of the founding members of the Pointer Sisters. Together, this group gained prominence with hits such as “I’m So Excited”, “Jump For My Love”, “Neutron Dance” and today’s song choice. Throughout their illustrious career, the Pointer Sisters have won a total of three Grammy Awards, and in 1994, they received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On this very day, April 11th 2006, June Antoinette…

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