Author: DJ Rays Music

Heaven & Earth 

R.I.P. EDDIE COCHRAN

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Eddie Cochran was an American singer, musician, and songwriter who was born in Albert Lea, Minnesota on October 3rd 1938. His most famous singles include “Summertime Blues”, “Somethin’ Else”, and today’s song choice. His image (as a rebellious young man) epitomized the stance of the 1950s rocker, which helped him go on to achieve iconic status in the music industry. In 1987, he was officially inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, April 17th 1960, Ray Edward Cochran died in a tragic car accident…

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY AKON

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Akon is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who rose to prominence in the mid-2000s with a series of hit singles. Some of his best-known songs include “Lonely”, “Smack That”, “Don’t Matter”, and today’s song choice. As a record producer, he has signed a number of successful acts, including Lady Gaga, T-Pain, and Kardinal Offishall. On this very day, April 16th 1973, he was born in St. Louis, Missouri (but grew up mostly in Senegal, West Africa). In celebration of his birthday, I’ve literally chosen a beautiful R&B dance…

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“DON’T MATTER” by AKON

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“Don’t Matter” is an urban pop song that was recorded by American singer, Akon (whose signature style blends R&B with Hip-Hop and reggae). The lyrics within express an idea that, despite what others may think or say, true love will always prevail. Upon release, this song went on to become a chart topper in many countries, including Brazil, Hungary, Ireland, and New Zealand. On this very day, April 16th 2007, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen,…

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“DISCO LADY” by JOHNNIE TAYLOR

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“Disco Lady” is a song that was recorded by American R&B artist, Johnnie Taylor. It’s particularly notable for being one of the first singles to be certified platinum. The lyrics within revolve around a man’s admiration for a woman who knows how to captivate on the dance floor. In 1976, it was Grammy-nominated for “Best Male R&B Vocal Performance”, and Cashbox magazine ranked it as the #1 song of the year, On this very day, April 15th 1976, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart.…

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R.I.P. JOEY RAMONE

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Joey Ramone was an American singer and musician who provided lead vocals for punk rock band, the Ramones. Known for his distinctive voice and tall, lanky appearance, he was a central figure in the bands’ overall image and sound. Some of their most well-known songs include “Blitzkrieg Bop”, “Sheena Is a Punk Rocker”, “Rockaway Beach”, and today’s song choice. In 2011, the Ramones were awarded with the prestigious Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. On this very day, April 15th 2001, Jeffrey Ross Hyman (known professionally as Joey Ramone) died of lymphoma (just…

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“WHAT A FOOL BELIEVES” by 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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