Author: DJ Rays Music
R.I.P. BILLY PRESTON
Billy Preston was an American singer and musician who was born in Houston, Texas on September 2nd, 1946. He was often referred to as the “Fifth Beatle” due to his association with the band. Some of his more notable hits include “Will It Go Round in Circles”, “Outa-Space”, and today’s attached song link. Throughout his career, he received several Grammy Awards, including “Best Pop Instrumental Performance” for “Outa-Space” (in 1973) and “The Wildest Organ in Town” (in 1974). On this very day, June 6th 2006, William Everett Preston died in…
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“Funkytown” LIPPS INC
“Funkytown” is a song that was recorded by the “one hit wonder” disco group, Lipps Inc. The lyrics within express a desire to find a happening place where one can indulge in some music and dancing (essentially, a metaphorical “Funkytown”). It topped the charts in several countries around the world, including Spain, France, New Zealand, Australia, and Canada. On this very day, June 6th 1980, 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…
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R.I.P. CONWAY TWITTY
Conway Twitty was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Friars Point, Mississippi on September 1st, 1933. Some of his most well-known songs include “Hello Darlin’”, “I’d Love to Lay You Down”, “Tight Fittin’ Jeans”, and today’s attached song link. He was not only a successful solo artist but also collaborated with Loretta Lynn on the duets, “Lead Me On” and “After the Fire Is Gone”. His many awards include a 1999 induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame with his popular single, “Tight Fittin’ Jeans”. On this…
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“Mrs. Robinson” SIMON & GARFUNKEL
“Mrs. Robinson” is a folk-rock song that was recorded by American music duo, Simon & Garfunkel. The lyrics within describe an older woman (named “Mrs. Robinson”) who is often interpreted as representing a generation gap (or societal disillusionment). In 1969, this song won the Grammy Award for “Record of the Year” and even now it remains as one of Simon & Garfunkel’s signature tunes. On this very day, June 5th 1968, 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 EL DEBARGE
El DeBarge is an American vocalist and songwriter who rose to prominence as lead singer of the family music group, DeBarge. This group gained popularity (in the early 1980s) with a string of hits, including “All This Love”, “Love Me in a Special Way”, and of course, today’s included song link. El DeBarge’s falsetto vocals were a primary feature of their distinctive sound. In 1986, El DeBarge pursued a solo career, and went on to release hits such as “Who’s Johnny” and “Love Always”. On this very day, June 4th…
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“I Swear” ALL-4-ONE
“I Swear” is a heartfelt track that was originally recorded by John Michael Montgomery as a country ballad. However, it was All-4-One’s R&B version (of the song) that really took it to the next level. The song topped the charts in several countries around the world, and in 1995, it won a Grammy Award for “Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal”. On this very day, June 4th 1994, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have…
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