RAY CHARLES’ ULTIMATE COLLECTION
DJ Ray’s Suggested Songs: “Hit the Road Jack”, “What I’d Say”, “Georgia on My Mind”, “I Got a Woman” DJ Ray’s Personal Pick: “Hit the Road Jack”
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DJ Ray’s Suggested Songs: “Losing My Religion”, “Stand”, “Man in the Moon”, “Everybody Hurts”, “Orange Crush” DJ Ray’s Personal Pick: “Orange Crush”
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DJ Ray’s Suggested Songs: “Hot Legs”, “Maggie May”, “Do Ya Think I’m Sexy”, “Tonight’s the Night”, “The First Cut is the Deepest” DJ Ray’s Personal Pick: “Maggie May”
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DJ Ray’s Suggested Songs: “Do it Again”, “Reelin’ in the Years”, “Rikki Don’t Lose that Number”, “Peg” DJ Ray’s Personal Pick: “Do it Again”
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DJ Ray’s Suggested Songs: “Oh, Pretty Woman”, “Only the Lonely”, “In Dreams”, “It’s Over”, “You Got It” DJ Ray’s Personal Pick: “Oh, Pretty Woman”
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7 Rings by Ariana Grande
“7 Rings” is a song that was recorded by American pop singer, Ariana Grande. Particularly known for its mix of Hip-hop and R&B influences, it features a sample of “My Favorite Things” from “The Sound of Music”. The lyrics within revolve around themes of wealth and female empowerment, featuring seven diamond rings that Ariana Grande and her six friends purchased together (independently). Upon its release, the song had an incredible response worldwide, topping the charts in 28 different countries. On this very day, March 24th 2019, it was the #1…
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R.I.P. Johnny Maestro
Johnny Maestro, born John Mastrangelo, was an American singer who was born in Brooklyn, New York on May 7th, 1939. He was best known as lead vocalist of the doo-wop group, The Crests. Formed in the mid-1950s, they were one of the earliest racially mixed musical acts (consisting of 3 African Americans, 1 Puerto Rican, and of course, Maestro, who was of Italian descent). With Johnny Maestro as their lead singer, they achieved success with songs like “Six Nights a Week” and today’s song choice. In the 1960s, he joined The Brooklyn…
Read MoreSTEVE MILLER BANDS GREATEST HITS
DJ Ray’s Suggested Songs: “Rock N Me”, “The Joker”, “Fly Like an Eagle”, “Jet Airliner”, “Take the Money & Run” DJ Ray’s Personal Pick: “The Joker”
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DJ Ray’s Suggested Songs: “Daydream Believer”, “I’m Not Your Stepping Stone”, “Last Train to Clarksville”, “I’m a Believer” DJ Ray’s Personal Pick: “Daydream Believer”
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Keep on Lovin’ You by REO Speedwagon
“Keep on Loving You” is a power ballad that was recorded by American rock band, REO Speedwagon. Written and sung by lead vocalist, Kevin Cronin, it has become a classic rock anthem, and is considered as one of the bands’ signature hits. On August 1st 1981, this song was played on the debut broadcast of the innovative music video show, MTV. On this very day, March 23rd 1981, 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 Chaka Khan
Chaka Khan is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame (in the 1970s) as lead singer of the funk band, Rufus. Some of their most popular hits include “Tell Me Something Good”, “Sweet Thing”, and today’s song choice. Her solo career was equally successful, with hit like “I’m Every Woman” and “I Feel for You”. To date, she has won a total of 10 Grammy Awards, including two as a member of Rufus. On this very day, March 23rd 1953, Yvette Marie Stevens (better known as Chaka Khan)…
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Can’t Nobody Hold Me Down by Puff Daddy
“Can’t Nobody Hold Me Down” is a (late 90s) hip-hop song that was recorded by Puff Daddy (now known as Diddy). The song samples the instrumental riff from Matthew Wilder’s “Break My Stride”, expressing Puff Daddy’s determination to succeed in the music industry. The single’s popularity helped establish Puff Daddy as a prominent figure in the hip-hop and rap scene during that era. On this very day, March 22nd 1997, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please…
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R.I.P. Dan Hartman
Dan Hartman was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer who was born in West Hanover, Pennsylvania on December 8th, 1950. He was a versatile musician, playing multiple instruments, and his work encompassed different musical styles. As an example, two of his biggest hits were “Instant Replay” (featuring a pure disco sound) and today’s song choice (which showcases a soul and Motown vibe). On this very day, March 22nd, 1994, Daniel Earl Hartman died of a brain tumor (at 43 years of age). In memory of his passing, exactly…
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Heart of Gold by Neil Young
“Heart of Gold” is a classic folk-rock song that was recorded by Canadian singer/songwriter, Neil Young. It’s mostly characterized by its gentle acoustic guitar melody and Neil Young’s distinctive high-pitched vocals. The lyrics within reflect on life, aging, and the search for inner contentment. This song, which features backup vocals by James Taylor and Linda Ronstadt, is very representative of Neil Young’s introspective, thoughtful songwriting, and soulful harmonica playing. On this very day, March 21st 1972, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Roger Hodgson (Supertramp)
Roger Hodgson is an English musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as the former co-frontman of the progressive rock band, Supertramp. Some of the bands’ most popular songs (often written by Hodgson) include “Give a Little Bit”, “Dreamer”, “Take the Long Way Home”, and today’s song choice. In 1983, he left Supertramp to focus on his solo career. On this very day, March 21st 1950, Roger Hodgson was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England (the son of Jill and Charles Hodgson). In celebration of his birthday, exactly 74 years ago today,…
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