Category: Heaven & Earth

Wynonna Judd is an American singer who’s known for blending elements of country, rock, and blues. Alongside her mother, Naomi, the Judd’s were formed in the early 1980s. Together, this duo rose to fame with popular songs like “Mama He’s Crazy”, “Why Not Me”, and “Grandpa (Tell Me ‘Bout the Good Old Days)”. After The Judd’s disbanded (in 1991), she embarked on a successful solo career, releasing hit singles like “I Saw the Light”, “My Strongest Weakness”, “To Be Loved by You”, and today’s song choice. On this very day,…

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B.J. Thomas was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Hugo, Oklahoma on August 7th, 1942. Throughout his career, he produced a string of popular singles, including “Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head”, “Hooked on a Feeling”, and today’s song choice. Between the years 1977 to 1981, he earned a total of 5 Grammy Awards, including four that won in the category of “Best Inspirational Performance”. On this very day, May 29th 2021, Billy Joe Thomas died of lung cancer (at 78 years of age). In memory of…

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John Fogerty is an American musician, singer, and songwriter who is best known as front man for the classic rock band, Creedence Clearwater Revival. Together, this group achieved immense success with a series of hit songs, including “Bad Moon Rising”, “Proud Mary”, “Fortunate Son”, “Have You Ever Seen the Rain?”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). After CCR disbanded in 1972, Fogerty embarked on a solo career, releasing popular hits like “Centerfield” and “Blue Moon Swamp”. In 1993, he was officially inducted into the Rock and Roll…

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André 3000 is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter who gained fame as one half of the hip-hop duo, OutKast. Alongside Antwan “Big Boi” Patton, this duo recorded many popular singles, including “Miss Jackson”, “Bombs Over Baghdad”, “Hey Ya”, and today’s song choice. Throughout their career together, Outkast won a total of six Grammy Awards, including “Album of the Year” (in 2004). On this very day, May 27th 1975, Andre Lauren Benjamin (known professionally as Andre 3000) was born in Atlanta, Georgia. In celebration of his birthday, I’ve chosen a…

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Lenny Kravitz is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who is known for his eclectic music style that blends rock, soul, funk, and retro. Some of his greatest hits include “Are U Gonna Go My Way”, “Again”, “Fly Away”, and today’s song choice (to name a few). Throughout his career, he has won multiple Grammy Awards, including “Best Male Rock Vocal Performance” four consecutive years in a row. On this very day, May 26th 1964, Leonard Albert Kravitz was born in the big apple, New York City. In celebration of…

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Desmond Dekker was a ska and reggae singer who was born in Saint Andrew, Jamaica on July 16th, 1941. Considered a pioneer of reggae music, his lyrics often addressed social and political issues. His most successful songs include “007 (Shanty Town)”, “You Can Get It If You Really Want”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, May 25th 2006, Desmond Dekker died of a heart attack (at his home in London, England). He was 64 years old at the time of his death. In memory of his passing, I’ve…

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Tina Turner (often referred to as the “Queen of Rock & Roll”) was a legendary singer and songwriter who rose to fame (in the 1960s) as lead vocalist for the Ike & Tina Turner Revue. After a tumultuous marriage to Ike Turner, she left the relationship and embarked on a solo career. A symbol of female empowerment, her biggest solo hits include “Private Dancer”, “Better Be Good to Me”, “The Best”, and today’s song choice. Throughout her amazing career, she has earned numerous accolades, including 12 Grammy Awards and an…

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Jewel Kilcher, known mononymously as Jewel, is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who gained fame (in the mid-1990s) with her debut album, “Pieces of You”. Her music is often characterized by introspective lyrics, and a blend of folk, pop, and country elements. Some of her biggest singles include “Pieces of You”, “Who Will Save Your Soul”, “Foolish Games”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, May 23rd 1974, Jewel Kilcher was born in Payson, Utah. In celebration of her birthday, I’ve chosen a track that won the 1997…

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Morrissey is an English singer and songwriter who rose to prominence as front man for alternative rock band, The Smiths. He’s especially known for his introspective (and often poetic) lyrics that explore themes of alienation, love, and social commentary. Some of the Smiths’ most notable songs include “How Soon Is Now?”, “There’s a Light That Never Goes Out”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, May 22nd 1959, Steven Patrick Morrissey was born in Lancashire, England. In celebration of his birthday, I’ve chosen an up-tempo track that was the…

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Leo Sayer is a British-Australian singer and songwriter who achieved international success (in the 1970s) with a string of hit songs, including “Long Tall Glasses”, “More Than I Can Say”, “You make Me Feel Like Dancing”, and today’s song choice. In 1974, he received Grammy Award nominations for “Best New Artist” and “Best Pop Vocal Performance, Male”. On this very day, May 21st 1948, Gerard Hugh Sayer (known professionally as Leo Sayer) was born in Sussex, England. In celebration of his birthday, I’ve chosen an emotional ballad that topped the…

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Cher is an American singer (and pop culture icon) who initially gained fame (in the 1960s) as part of the musical duo, Sonny & Cher. Alongside her then-husband Sonny Bono, they produced popular songs like “I Got You Babe” and “The Beat Goes On”. After the dissolution of Sonny & Cher, she embarked on a solo career, producing hits like “Gypsy’s, Tramps & Thieves”, “Half-Breed”, “Believe”, and today’s song choice. Throughout her career, she has sold over 100 million records, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all-time.…

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Pete Townshend is an English musician who is best known as the principal songwriter (and guitarist) for legendary rock band, The Who. Founded in 1964, this group is known for many popular songs including “My Generation”, “I Can See for Miles”, “Won’t Get Fooled Again”, and today’s song choice. In 1990, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and in 2001, he received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement award. On this very day, May 19th 1945, Peter Townshend was born in Greater London, England. In celebration of…

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Chris Cornell was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Seattle, Washington on July 20th, 1964. He is best known as lead vocalist for the rock bands, Audioslave and Soundgarden. Founded in 1984, Soundgarden became a pioneer of the Seattle grunge scene. Their biggest hits include songs like “Spoonman”, “Fell on Black Days”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, May 18th 2017, Christopher John Boyle (known professionally as Chris Cornell) died of suicide (after hanging himself in his Detroit hotel room). He was 52 at the…

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Donna Summer was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Boston, Massachusetts on December 31st, 1948. Often referred to as the “Queen of Disco”, she released a string of popular dance hits, including “I Feel Love”, “Hot Stuff”, “She Works Hard for the Money”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). In 2013, she was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (in recognition for her many contributions to the music industry). On this very day, May 17th 2012, Donna Adrian Gaines (known…

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Sammy Davis Jr. was an American singer who was born in New York City on December 8th, 1925. He is mostly remembered as a part of the legendary “Rat Pack” (a group of entertainers that included Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Peter Lawford, and Joey Bishop). His most popular hits (as a solo artist) include “Mr. Bojangles”, “I’ve Gotta Be Me”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, May 16th 1990, Samuel George Davis Jr. died of complications from throat cancer (at 64 years of age). In memory of his…

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