Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIAM PAYNE
Liam Payne is an English singer and songwriter who gained fame as a member of the popular boy band, One Direction. Some of their most popular songs include “What Makes You Beautiful”, “Story of My Life”, and “Drag Me Down”. After the break up of One Direction, Liam Payne decided to start a solo career, and released his debut album, LP1 (which features today’s song choice). On this very day, August 29th 1993, Liam James Payne was born in West Midlands, England. In celebration of his birthday, exactly 31 years…
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“BAD GUY” by BILLIE EILISH
“Bad Guy” is a dark pop song that was recorded by American singer, Billie Eilish. The lyrics within convey themes of identity, power dynamics, and the games people play with one another. In 2020 (at the Staples Centre in L.A.), it received several Grammy awards, including “Record of the Year” and “Song of the Year”. A diamond certified single, it topped the charts in multiple countries, including Greece, Finland, Australia, and Canada. On this very day, August 29th 2019, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHANIA TWAIN
Shania Twain is a Canadian singer and songwriter who is considered as one of the most successful female country artists in history. Known as the “Queen of Country Pop”, her breakthrough came with her third album, “Come on Over” (which became the best-selling studio album by a female artist, in any genre). Some of her greatest hits include songs like “That Don’t Impress Me Much”, “You’re Still the One”, “From this Moment On”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout her…
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“BRANDY” by LOOKING GLASS
The song “Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl)” was recorded by American pop-rock band, Looking Glass. The lyrics within tell the story of a beautiful barmaid named Brandy (who works in a small harbor town). Although she is very popular among the many seamen that pass through, she’s saving herself for a special sailor who may never return. On this very day, August 28th 1972, 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 the provided…
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R.I.P. STEVIE RAY VAUGHAN
Stevie Ray Vaughan was an American musician who was born in Dallas, Texas on October 3rd, 1954. Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the revival of blues music, he gained prominence for his soulful guitar playing and powerful stage presence. Throughout his short career, he received a total of 6 Grammy Awards, and in 2015, he was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, August 27th 1990, Stephen Ray Vaughan died in a helicopter crash near East Troy, Wisconsin.…
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“MAKE IT WITH YOU” by BREAD
“Make It with You” is a romantic ballad that was recorded by American soft rock band, Bread. Written by their lead vocalist, David Gates, the lyrics within express the Narrator’s deep desire to make his relationship work. In the year 1970, it was certified gold (in the U.S.) for sales of over one million copies. On this very day, August 27th 1970, 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 the provided link. From…
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R.I.P. LAURA BRANIGAN
Laura Branigan was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Mount Kisco, New York on July 3rd, 1952. Some of her most well-known songs include “Self Control”, “Solitaire”, “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout her career, she contributed songs to many movie and TV soundtracks, including Flashdance, Ghostbusters, and Miami Vice. On this very day, August 26th 2004, Laura Ann Branigan died in her sleep (at 52 years of age). In…
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