Category: Heaven & Earth

Neil Diamond is an American singer and songwriter whose career has spanned over many decades. Over the years he has produced a string of iconic singles, including “I Am… I Said”, “America”, “Song Sung Blue”, “Cracklin’ Rosie”, “Forever in Blue Jeans”, and the song I chose for you today. Throughout his lengthy career, he has received multiple accolades, including a “Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award”, and an induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. On this very day, January 24th, 1941, Neil Leslie Diamond was born in New York City. In…

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Bobby Freeman was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who was born in Alameda County, California on June 13th, 1940. He began his music career at a young age, forming a doo-wop group called the Romancers. He later signed with Josie records and embarked on a solo career. Eventually, he appeared on “American Bandstand” and toured with many legendary musicians including Fats Domino, The Coasters, and Jackie Wilson. His iconic hit single, “Do You Want to Dance” (released in 1958), remains a classic that has stood the test of…

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Steve Perry is an American singer and songwriter who joined the band Journey (in 1977) and quickly became their lead singer. His tenor voice was particularly known for its range, power, and emotional depth. Adding Perry as lead vocalist, Journey released a series of hit albums, including “Infinity” (1978), “Escape” (1981), and “Frontiers” (1983). These albums featured many popular hit singles like “Wheel in the Sky”, “Faithfully”, “Don’t Stop Believin’”, “Open Arms”, and “Separate Ways”. In 1984, Steve Perry decided to pursue a solo career and released his debut album,…

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Billy Ocean is a Trinidadian-English singer and songwriter who achieved worldwide fame in the 1980s. He is known for his soulful voice and a string of hit songs that spanned various genres, including R&B, Pop, and Caribbean music. His career began in the late 1970s when he released his self-titled debut album. However, it wasn’t until the release of his 1984 album, “Suddenly,” that he gained international success. Throughout the 1980s, he enjoyed a series of chart-topping hits with songs like “Get Outta My Dreams, Get into My Car”, “There’ll…

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Marvin Lee Aday (better known by his professional name, Meat Loaf) was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Dallas, Texas on September 27th, 1947. He achieved international fame with the release of his crowning achievement, “Bat Out of Hell”. This album, produced by Jim Steinman, went on to become a trilogy with three separate chapters, released in 1977, 1993, and 2006 respectively. Meat Loaf’s true genius was displayed on his signature hit, “Paradise by the Dashboard Light”, released in 1977. His theatrical and powerful performances, coupled with…

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Dolly Parton is an American singer and songwriter who gained prominence in the country music scene (during the late 1960s). She is best known for her distinctive style, including signature blonde wigs andflamboyant fashion. Her catalogue of hits includes iconic songs such as “Jolene”, “I Will Always Love You”, “Coat of Many Colors”, and the song I chose for you today. She also had a great working relationship with the late Kenny Rogers. In 1983, the duo released “Islands in the Stream” that went on to top the charts in…

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Glenn Frey was an American singer, songwriter, and founding member of the Eagles, one of the most successful and influential rock bands in music history. Frey co-wrote many of the group’s biggest hits like “Hotel California”, “Take It to the Limit”, and “Lyin’ Eyes”. After the Eagles disbanded (in 1980), he pursued a very successful solo career, releasing singles like “The Heat Is On” and “You Belong to the City” (which was featured in the popular TV series, “Miami Vice”). In 1998, he was officially inducted into the Rock &…

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Sade is a British-Nigerian singer and songwriter who is known for her distinctive voice, which combines elements of Soul, Jazz, R&B, and smooth Adult Contemporary. Some of Sade’s most popular singles include “Hang on To Your Love”, “Sweetest Taboo”, “Your Love Is King”, and the song I chose for you today. In the year 2000, she released “Lovers Rock”, which won a Grammy Award for “Best Pop Vocal Album”. Her ability to create timeless music with universal appeal has solidified her status as one of the most iconic figures in…

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Pitbull is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer, who is known for his energetic and dynamic style, incorporating an eclectic mix of hip-hop, reggaeton, and dance music. Due to his global appeal, he is affectionately known to his fans as “Mr. Worldwide”. He initially gained mainstream attention (in 2004) with his debut album “M.I.A.M.I.”, which included the hit single “Culo”. He continued to rise to prominence with popular dancefloor bombs like “Fireball”, “I Know You Want Me”, and “Don’t Stop the Party”. He has also collaborated with a wide…

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LL Cool J is an American rapper who is considered one of the pioneers of hip-hop. The name, “LL Cool J” stands for “Ladies Love Cool James”, a nickname he adopted early in his career. Emerging in the 1980s, he quickly became known for his energetic and charismatic performances. Some of his most popular singles include “I Need Love”, “Goin’ Back to Cali”, “Mama Said Knock You Out”, “Around the Way Girl”, and “Hey Lover” (featuring Boyz II Men). Throughout his career, he has received several Grammys, including a “Lifetime…

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Trace Adkins is an American country music singer who gained prominence (in the 1990s) for his deep baritone voice and emotionally charged songs. Some of his most prominent hit singles include “Chrome”, “Ladies Love Country Boys”, and “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk”. Throughout his stealthy career, he has received numerous awards, and has been recognized for his contributions to country music. Even today, Trace Adkins remains a respected figure in the country music community, appreciated for his distinctive voice and storytelling ability. On this very day, January 13th, 1962, he was born…

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Maurice Gibb, born December 22nd, 1949, was a British musician, singer, and songwriter who was best known as a member of the BEE GEES, one of the most successful music groups of all-time. Alongside his twin brother Robin, and his older brother, Barry, he helped form the iconic, Bee Gees. A career that spanned several decades, this trio of brothers achieved incredible success with hits like “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart?”, “To Love Somebody”, “Jive Talkin’”, “Night Fever”, “Stayin’ Alive”, “How Deep is Your Love?”, “You Should Be…

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Mary J. Blige is an American singer, songwriter and producer who is often referred to as the “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul”. She initially gained recognition (in the early 1990s) for her unique blend of R&B, Soul, and various Hip-Hop influences. Over the years, she has produced numerous hit singles, including tracks like “Real Love”, “Be Without You”, and “Family Affair”. Throughout her sparkly career, her emotionally charged lyrics and powerful vocal range has resonated with a broad audience. This connection with fans helped her win multiple Grammy Awards. On this…

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David Bowie, a pioneering musician and record producer, was born on January 8th, 1947, in London, England. Known for his chameleon-like personas and artistic innovation, his career spanned over many decades. His breakthrough came (in 1972) with the introduction of one of his many personas, “Ziggy Stardust”. His musical style was quite diverse, and continued evolving throughout the years. Some of his most popular hits include songs like “Space Oddity”, “Changes”, “Heroes”, “Fame”, “China Girl”, and “Modern Love” (just to name a few). In 1996, he was inducted into the…

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