Author: DJ Rays Music
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEBORAH COX
Deborah Cox is a Canadian singer and songwriter who is known for her soulful voice, and various contributions made to R&B music. Her most popular singles include “Sentimental”, “Who Do U Love”, “We Can’t Be Friends”, and today’s song choice (that you can listen to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout her career, she has won multiple Juno Awards, and in 2022, she was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. On this very day, July 13th 1974, Deborah Cox was born in Toronto, Canada. In celebration of…
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“GIVE ME EVERYTHING” by PITBULL
Today’s track is an up-tempo urban dance tune that was recorded by American rapper, Pitbull. Selling over 8 million copies, and certified six times platinum, it went on to become one of the best-selling singles of all-time. Its massive popularity helped it reach the #1 spot in several countries around the world, including Belgium, Ireland, Russia, Canada, and the U.K. On this very day, July 13th 2011, 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…
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HAPPY HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY CHRISTINE McVIE
Christine McVie was an English singer, songwriter, and keyboardist who is best remembered for her work with British-American rock band, Fleetwood Mac. Some of the hits she sang (as a member of Fleetwood Mac) include “Say You Love Me”, “Don’t Stop”, “Everywhere”, and today’s attached song link. In 1998, along with other members of the band, she was officially inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, July 12th 1943, Christine Anne Perfect (known professionally as Christine McVie) was born in Greenodd, Lancashire, England. In…
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“BAD GIRLS” by DONNA SUMMER
Today’s track is a popular disco song that was recorded by American singer-songwriter, Donna Summer. Often referred to as the “Queen of Disco”, Summer’s powerful vocals are backed by a pulsating beat and catchy melodies. In 1980, at the 22nd Annual Grammy Awards ceremony, it was nominated for “Best Disco Recording”, and that same year, it was also nominated for two American Music Awards. On this very day, July 12th 1979, 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 RICHIE SAMBORA
Richie Sambora is a musician and songwriter who is best known for his long-time role as lead guitarist of American rock band, Bon Jovi. Some of this group’s biggest hits include “Livin’ on a Prayer, “You Give Love a Bad Name”, “I’ll Be There for You”, “Bad Medicine”, “Always”, and today’s attached song link. In 2018, Sambora left the band (for personal reasons) and was replaced by Canadian guitarist, Phil X. In 2018 (as a member of Bon Jovi), he was officially inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On…
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“CALL ME MAYBE” by CARLY RAE JEPSEN
Today’s track is a catchy dance song that was recorded by Canadian pop singer, Carly Rae Jepsen. The lyrics within allude to a girl who experiences love at first sight and hopes for a call back (from her new crush). Eventually, this song became a viral sensation (through social media) and, in 2013, was Grammy-nominated for “Best Pop Solo Performance”, and “Song of the Year”. On this very day, July 11th 2012, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel…
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY KIM MITCHELL
Kim Mitchell is a singer, songwriter, and musician who initially gained fame as lead vocalist for Canadian rock band, Max Webster. Their highest charting single, “Let Go the Line” is an under-rated track that I personally consider as their best ever release. After Max Webster disbanded (in 1981), Mitchell went on to launch a successful solo career, recording hits like “All We Are”, “Go for Soda”, “Rock and Roll Duty”, and today’s attached song link. Throughout his career, he has won a total of 3 Juno Awards, including “Male Vocalist…
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“THE FLAME” by CHEAP TRICK
Today’s track is a power ballad that was recorded by American rock band, Cheap Trick. A departure from their usual sound, this popular track helped the group achieve mainstream success. Reportedly, the band disliked the song at first, and (lead guitarist) Rick Nielsen apparently yanked it from the tape player and ground the cassette beneath his boot heel. I think he may have had a change of heart when the ballad established its place as the highest charting song in the band’s repertoire. On this very day, July 10th 1988, it was…
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