Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to JACKIE DeSHANNON!
Jackie DeShannon is an American singer and songwriter who gained prominence (in the 1960s) for her contribution to various genres (including Pop, Rock and Country). Some of her most notable songs include “Bette Davis Eyes”, “Put a Little Love in Your Heart” and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In March 1981, Kim Carnes released her version of “Bette Davis Eyes” (that went on to top the charts in multiple countries around the world). On this very day, August 21st 1941, Sharon…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to ROBERT PLANT!
Robert Plant is an English singer and songwriter best known as lead vocalist for Led Zeppelin. Formed in 1968, this legendary band released many popular tracks including “Stairway to Heaven”, “Black Dog”, “Rock and Roll”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). After Led Zeppelin broke up (in 1980), Robert Plant embarked on a solo career. Some of his biggest hits include “Tall Cool One”, “Big Log”, and “Sea of Love”. In 1995, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of…
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“RUDE” by MAGIC
The song “Rude” is a reggae infused track that was recorded by Canadian pop band, Magic. The lyrics within tell the story of a man who ask his girlfriend’s father for permission to marry her (but gets rejected). This track achieved commercial success, reaching the #1 chart position in several countries, including the U.K.. In Canada, it peaked at #6 nationally, and won the Juno Award for “Single of the Year”. On this very day, August 20th 2014, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart.…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to LEE ANN WOMACK!
Lee Ann Womack is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame in the late 1990s with her distinctive voice and traditional country sound. Some of her notable songs include “A Little Past Little Rock”, “I May Hate Myself in the Morning”, “Last Call”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout her career, she has sold over 6 million albums worldwide, and received 5 ACM Awards, 6 CMA Awards, and a Grammy. On this very day, August 19th 1966, Lee Ann…
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“THREE TIMES A LADY” by COMMODORES
“Three Times a Lady” is a romantic ballad that was recorded by American funk group, the Commodores. It was written by lead singer, Lionel Richie, with the lyrics expressing a deep love and appreciation for his wife. Due in part to the song’s immense popularity, Rolling Stone, Billboard, and Cashbox magazines named the Commodores as its “Top R&B Group of the Year”. On this very day, August 19th 1978, 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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