Category: Heaven & Earth

Johnny Rzeznik is an American singer, musician, and songwriter who is best known as lead vocalist for the Goo Goo Dolls. Some of the dolls’ most popular songs include “Slide”, “Name”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Over the years, the Goo Goo Dolls have sold more than 15 million records worldwide, and in 2008, Johnny Rzeznik was inducted into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame. On this very day, December 5th 1965, John Joseph Theodore Rzeznik was born in Buffalo, New…

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Jay-Z is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential hip-hop artists of all time. In 1995, he co-founded Roc-A-Fella Records (which played a crucial role in launching his career). Some of his biggest singles include “Big Pimpin’”, “Izzo”, “Dirt off Your Shoulder”, “Empire State of Mind”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout his storied career, he has won 24 Grammy Awards, and was the first rapper to be…

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Scott Weiland was an American musician, singer, and songwriter who was born in San Jose, California on October 27th, 1967. He is best remembered as lead vocalist for rock bands, the Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver. As frontman for STP, he recorded popular songs like “Plush”, “Interstate Love Song”, and “Vasoline”. After leaving the Pilots (in 2003), he joined forces with former Guns N’ Roses members to form Velvet Revolver. On this very day, December 3rd 2015, Scott Richard Cline (known professionally as Scott Weiland) was found dead on…

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Britney Spears is an American singer who rose to fame (in the late 1990s) and became one of the most iconic pop stars of her generation. Her most well-known hits include “Baby One More Time”, “Oops, I Did It Again”, “Stronger”, “Womanizer”, “Hold it Against Me”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout her career, she has received many accolades, including 1 Grammy Award, 6 VMAs, 7 Billboard Music Awards, 15 Guinness World Records, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On this…

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Bette Midler is an American singer who gained fame with songs like “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy”, “The Rose”, and “From a Distance”. Throughout her career, she has received numerous accolades, including 3 Grammy Awards, one for “Record of the Year” (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). On this very day, December 1st 1945, Bette Midler was born in Honolulu, Hawaii. In celebration of her birthday, exactly 79 years ago today, I’ve chosen a love ballad that topped Billboard’s Hot 100 chart (in the U.S.). Taken from…

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Billy Idol is an English musician, singer, and songwriter who rose to prominence (in the late 1970s) as a member of the punk rock band, Generation X. However, it was his solo career that made him famous. Some of his best-known songs include “Dancing with Myself”, “Catch My Fall”, “Eyes Without a Face”, “White Wedding”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Among his accolades, on January 6th 2023, he was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On this…

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George Harrison was an English singer, musician, songwriter, and music producer who was born in Liverpool, England on February 25th, 1943. He is best remembered as lead guitarist of The Beatles. As a member of the “Fab Four”, he contributed with compositions like “Something”, “While My Guitar Gently Weeps”, and “Here Comes the Sun”. After The Beatles disbanded (in 1970), he embarked on a successful solo career. His most popular singles include songs like “My Sweet Lord”, “All Thise Years Ago”, “Got My Mind Set on You”, and today’s song…

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Trey Songz is an American R&B singer and songwriter who released his debut album, “I Gotta Make It” (in 2005). He’s best known for his singles, “Can’t Help but Wait”, “Bottoms Up”, “Na Na”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Among his accolades, he won a BET Award for “Best Male R&B Artist”, and 2 Soul Train Music Awards, both for “Best R&B/Soul Artist, Male”. On this very day, November 28th 1984, Tremaine Aldon Neverson (known professionally as Trey Songz) was…

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Hip-Hop artist Twista is an American rapper who gained recognition for his rapid-fire delivery and intricate rhyme schemes. He is considered as a pioneer of the “chopper” style of rap (characterized by fast and complex verses). In 1992, he released his debut album, “Runnin’ Off at tha Mouth” but it was his 1997 album, “Adrenaline Rush”, that solidified his reputation as a bonafide rapper. On this very day, November 27th 1973, Carl Terrell Mitchell (known professionally as Twista) was born in Chicago, Illinois. In celebration of his birthday, exactly 51…

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DJ Khaled is an American DJ and Record Producer who began his career as a radio host in Miami, Florida (and later transitioned to producing his own music). He gained prominence with the release of his debut album “Listennn… the Album” (in 2006). However, it was with subsequent albums like “We the Best” (in 2007) and “Victory” (in 2010) that he established himself as a major force in the music industry. Among his many accolades, in 2020, his song “Higher” won the Grammy Award for “Best Rap/Sung Performance”. On this…

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Irene Cara is an American singer and actress who gained fame (in the early 1980s) with her portrayal of Coco Hernandez in the film “Fame”. In 1983, she had a major hit with her single, “Flashdance…What a Feeling” (which won a Grammy Award for “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance”). This song topped the charts in many countries around the world, including Spain, France, Australia, Canada, and the U.S.. On this very day, November 25th 2022, Irene Cara Escalara died at her home in Largo, Florida (at 63 years of age).…

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Freddie Mercury was a British singer who is best remembered as lead vocalist of the rock band, Queen. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most charismatic frontmen in the history of music. With Mercury at the helm, Queen would go on to release a string of hits, including “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “Somebody to Love”, “Another One Bites the Dust”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). With worldwide record sales of approximately 300 million, in 2001, Queen (and Freddie…

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Miley Cyrus is an American singer and songwriter who gained widespread fame for her role on the Disney series, “Hannah Montana” (that premiered in 2006). The show’s success propelled her to stardom and provided a platform for a lucrative music career. Some of her most popular songs include hits like “Wrecking Ball”, “We Can’t Stop”, “Flowers”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Among her many accolades are 5 Billboard Music Awards and 8 Guinness World Records. On this very day, November 23rd 1992, Destiny Hope Cyrus…

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Michael Hutchence was an Australian vocalist who was born in Sydney, Australia on January 22nd, 1960. He is best remembered as lead singer of the pop-rock band, INXS. With Hutchence at the forefront, this group achieved international success with hits such as “Need You Tonight”, “New Sensation”, “Devil Inside”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). A charismatic (yet tragic) persona that I haven’t seen since the days of Jim Morrison, in 1991, he won the Brit Award for “Best International Male”.…

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David Cassidy was an American singer, musician, and actor who was born in New York City on April 12th, 1950. He is best remembered for his role as Keith Partridge in the 1970s TV series, “The Partridge Family” (which helped him gain immense popularity as an American teen idol). As a solo artist, David Cassidy recorded singles like “Cherish” and “Could It Be Forever”. In 2011, he was a contestant on Donald Trump’s reality TV show, “Celebrity Apprentice” (which is interesting since he has always been a devoted democrat). On…

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