Category: Heaven & Earth

Music artist, Fabolous, is an American rapper and songwriter who gained recognition (in the early 2000s) for his distinctive style and clever wordplay. Some of his biggest singles include “Breathe”, “Into You”, “Make Me Better”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout his career, he has been grammy-nominated twice, and in 2008, he won an American Music Award for “Top Rap Song” (with his single, “Make Me Better”). On this very day, November 18th 1977, John David Jackson (know professionally as…

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Jimmy Ruffin was an American soul singer who was born in Collinsville, Mississippi on May 7th, 1936. The older brother of David Ruffin (lead singer of the Temptations), his most notable songs include “I’ve Passed This Way Before”, “Gonna Give Her All the Love I’ve Got”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). On this very day, November 17th 2014, Jimmy Lee Ruffin died in Las Vegas, Nevada (at 78 years of age). In memory of his passing, exactly 10 years ago…

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Diana Krall is a Canadian singer and pianist who is one of the most accomplished and popular jazz artists of her generation. She has sold more than 15 million albums worldwide, and in 2009, Billboard magazine named her the second greatest jazz artist of the decade. To date, she has won a total of 3 Grammy Awards and 8 Junos (including 9 gold, 3 platinum, and 7 multi-platinum albums). On this very day, November 16th 1964, Diana Jean Krall was born in Nanaimo, British Columbia. In celebration of her birthday, exactly 60 years…

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Chad Kroeger is a Canadian musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as lead vocalist and guitarist for the rock band, Nickelback. Over the year, this group has released many singles, including songs like “How You Remind Me”, “Someday”, and “Photograph” (to name just a few). A winner of multiple Juno Awards, in 2023, Nickelback was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. On this very day, November 15th 1974, Chad Robert Turton (known professionally as Chad Kroeger) was born in Hanna, Alberta, Canada. In celebration of his birthday, exactly…

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Stephen Bishop is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who bought his first guitar after seeing the Beatles perform live on the Ed Sullivan show. Some of his best-known singles include “Save It for a Rainy Day”, “It Might Be You”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). A prolific songwriter, he penned many songs recorded by musicians like Eric Clapton, Phil Collins, David Crosby, Helen Reddy, The Four Tops, Art Garfunkel, Kenny Loggins, Steve Perry, and Barbara Streisand (to name just…

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24k Goldn is an American rapper, singer and songwriter who rose to fame with his 2018 single, “Valentino”. Certified double platinum, this track led to a contract with Barry Weiss Records (an imprint of Columbia records). However, it was the release of his 2020 follow-up single, “Mood”, that really put him on the map (dominating Billboard’s Hot 100 chart in the U.S.). On this very day, November 13th 2000, Golden Landis Von Jones (known professionally as 24k Goldn) was born in San Francisco, California. In celebration of his birthday, exactly…

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Neil Young is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and musician who is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of rock music. He initially gained prominence (in the 1960s) as a member of Buffalo Springfield. He was also a part-time member of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (with whom he recorded the chart-topping 1970 album, “Déjà vu”). As a solo artist, some of his most well-known songs include “Heart of Gold”, “Old Man”, “Harvest Moon”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking…

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Andy Partridge is an English musician, songwriter, and record producer who is best known as lead vocalist (and guitarist) for alternative rock band, XTC. This group gained prominence in the late 1970s (and early 1980s) with their distinctive sound that blended elements of new wave, post-punk, and psychedelia. Partridge co-founded the band in 1972, and they went on to release a series of critically acclaimed albums, including “Drums and Wires”, “Black Sea”, “English Settlement”, and “Skylarking”. On this very day, November 11th 1953, Andy John Partridge was born in Mtarfa,…

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Miranda Lambert is an American country singer who rose to fame after appearing on the reality TV show, “Nashville Star” (in 2003). Since then, she has become one of the leading figures in the modern country music scene. Some of her best-known songs include “Gunpowder & Lead”, “Over You”, “Mama’s Broken Heart”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout her career, she received a total of 3 Grammy Awards, and in April 2018, she won the ACM Award for “Female Vocalist of the…

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Nick Lachey is an American singer who gained prominence (in the late 1990s) as lead vocalist of the pop band, 98 Degrees. This boy group became successful with hits like “Because of You”, “The Hardest Thing”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). After his time with 98 Degrees, Nick Lachey pursued a solo career with albums like “Soulo” (in 2003) and “What’s Left of Me” (in 2006). On this very day, November 9th 1973, Nicholas Scott Lachey was born in Harlan,…

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Heavy D was a rapper and record producer who was born in Mandeville, Jamaica on May 24th, 1967. He was best known as leader of the hip-hop group, Heavy D & the Boyz (featuring G-Whiz, Eddie F, and DJ T-Roy). Together, this group gained commercial success with hits like “Is It Good to You”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). On this very day, November 8th 2011, Dwight Arrington Myers (known professionally as Heavy D) died in Los Angeles, California (at…

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Leonard Cohen was a singer and songwriter who was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada on September 21st, 1934. Some of his most famous songs include “Suzanne”, “Bird on the Wire”, “Chelsea Hotel #2”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout his career, he received many accolades, including 3 Grammys and 8 Juno Awards. In 2008, he was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and in 2010, he received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. On this very day, November…

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Corey Glover is an American singer and musician who is best known as lead vocalist for the rock band, Living Colour. Formed in 1984, this group gained prominence (in the late 1980s) and is known for its eclectic mix of rock, funk, jazz, hip-hop, and metal. Their most popular songs are “Glamour Boys” and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided song link). With Corey Glover at the helm, Living Colour has won 2 Grammys and 3 MTV Video Music Awards. On this very…

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Bryan Adams is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and musician who has sold over 75 million records worldwide. His most famous singles include “Summer of ’69”, “Heaven”, “Somebody”, “Everything I Do (I Do It for You)”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout his storied career, he has won a total of 20 Juno Awards, and was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On this very day, November 5th 1959, Bryan Adams was born…

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Felix Mendelssohn was a German composer, pianist, and conductor who was born in Hamburg, Germany on February 3rd, 1809. A key contributor to the “Romantic Period” in classical music history, he’s regarded as one of the most celebrated and versatile composers of his time. Initially born into a wealthy and cultured Jewish family, Mendelssohn’s father Abraham later had his family baptized as Lutheran Christians. This was partially decided as a way to facilitate their integration into German society. By the age of 12, Felix composed his first symphony, and by…

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