Author: DJ Rays Music

Paul Anka is a Canadian-American singer and songwriter who rose to fame in the late 1950s. Some of his biggest hits include songs like “Lonely Boy”, “Put Your Head on My Shoulders”, “Having My Baby” and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout his career, he has earned many accolades including inductions into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame (in 1980), and the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame (in 2008). On this very day, July 30th 1941, Paul Albert Anka was born in…

Geddy Lee is a singer and songwriter who is best known as lead vocalist (and bass player) for the Canadian progressive rock band, Rush. Some of this group’s most popular songs include “New World Man”, “Limelight”, “The Spirit of Radio”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Specifically known for his virtuoso bass playing and unique vocal style, in 2013, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (along with the other members of Rush). On this very day,…

Today’s track is an energetic pop song that was recorded by American boy band, NSYNC. The attached music video features the group members (in a comical manner) as action figures. This song was particularly popular in Canada (reaching the #1 spot on the national charts), and as of October 2023, it has received over 100 million views on YouTube. On this very day, July 29th 2000, 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…

Dusty Hill was an American musician who was born in Dallas, Texas on May 19th, 1949. He is best remembered as one third of the American rock band, ZZ Top. Alongside (lead vocalist) Billy Gibbons and (drummer) Frank Beard, this trio recorded many hit songs, including “Sharp Dressed Man”, “Legs”, “Gimme All Your Lovin’”, “Sleeping Bag”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In addition to his skills as a bass guitarist, Dusty Hill also played keyboards, and in 2004, he was…