Category: Heaven & Earth

Engelbert Humperdinck is a British pop singer who has sold more than 140 million records worldwide. His most popular songs include “Release Me”, “The Last Waltz”, “A Man Without Love”, and today’s song choice (to name a few). In the 2021 birthday honours ceremony, he was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (in recognition for his services to music). On this very day, May 2nd 1936, Engelbert Humperdinck was born in Chennai, India (as Arnold George Dorsey). In celebration of his birthday, I’ve chosen an emotional…

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Gordon Lightfoot is a Canadian singer, songwriter and musician who was born in Orillia, Ontario on November 17th, 1938. Some of his most popular singles include “Carefree Highway”, “If You Could Read My Mind”, The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his career, he has received an incredible 16 Juno Awards, and in 1986, he was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. On this very day, May 1st 2023, Gordon Meredith Lightfoot Jr. died of natural causes (at the Sunnybrook Health Center in Toronto).…

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Ben E. King was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Henderson, North Carolina on September 28th, 1938. He was best known for his contributions to both, the Drifters, and his own solo career. As a member of the Drifters, he lent his voice to several classics, including “Save the Last Dance for Me”, “This Magic Moment”, and “There Goes My Baby”. His most prominent solo hits include “Spanish Harlem”, “Don’t Play That Song”, and today’s song choice. In the year 1988, he was inducted into the Rock…

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Tommy James is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who is best known as leader of the rock band, Tommy James and the Shondells. Notable hits from this group include “Hanky Panky”, “Mony Mony”, “I Think We’re Alone Now”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). As the band embraced the sounds of psychedelia, their popularity grew, and eventually, they were invited to perform at the legendary 1969 Woodstock festival. That said, they declined the offer. On this very day, April 29th 1947, Thomas Gregory Jackson (known professionally…

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Bobby Lewis was an American pop singer who was born in Indiana on February 17th, 1933. He rose to prominence (in the 1950s) and eventually recorded his two biggest hits, “One Track Mind” and today’s song choice (which was named by Billboard as the #1 song of 1961). On this very day, April 28th 2020, Robert Alan Lewis died of pneumonia (at 95 years of age). In memory of his passing, I’ve chosen a true classic from the early days of rock & roll. If you’d like to have a…

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Sheena Easton is a Scottish singer and songwriter who gained international fame (in the 1980s) with songs like “Telefone”, “For Your Eyes Only”, “Strut”, and today’s song choice. In 1981, she won the prestigious Billboard Music Award for “Top New Artist”, while also winning two Grammy Awards (in 1982 and 1985). On this very day, April 27th 1959, Sheena Shirley Orr (known professionally as Sheena Easton) was born in Scotland. In celebration of her birthday, exactly 65 years ago today, I’ve chosen a great sing-a-long that really showcases her amazing…

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George Jones (often referred to as “The Possum”) was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Saratoga, Texas on September 12th, 1931. A generational star, he has often been referred to as the “Rolls Royce of Country Music”. Some of his most famous songs include “The Grand Tour”, “She Thinks I Still Care”, “White Lightning”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his entire career, he was a true servant to his genre, which led to his 1992 induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame. On this very day,…

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Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes was an American singer who was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on May 27th, 1971. A member of the popular American girl group, TLC, she became especially known for her distinctive rapping style. Alongside Tionne Watkins and Rozonda Thomas, TLC released several chart-topping hits, including “Creep”, “No Scrubs”, “Unpretty”, and today’s song choice. Amongst the group’s many accolades, TLC won a total of 4 Grammy Awards, including “Best R&B Album” (in both, 1996 and 2000). On this very day, April 25th 2002, Lisa Nicole Lopes died in…

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Kelly Clarkson is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame (in 2002) as the inaugural winner of “American Idol”. Some of her most popular hits include “Since U Been Gone”, “A Moment Like This”, “Because of You”, “Stronger”, “Breakaway”, and today’s song choice (just to name a few). Among her numerous accolades, she has received 3 Grammy Awards, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On this very day, April 24th 1982, Kelly Brianne Clarkson was born in Fort Worth, Texas. In celebration of her birthday, I’ve chosen an…

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Josh Kiszka is an American singer who is the lead vocalist for Greta Van Fleet (a band that gained widespread attention for their classic rock-inspired sound). Kiszka’s exceptional vocal abilities have led many experts to draw comparisons between himself and Led Zeppelins’ iconic frontman, Robert Plant. Some of the band’s most popular hits include “Safari Song”, “Black Smoke Rising”, and today’s song choice. In 2019, Greta Van Fleet won the Grammy Award for “Best Rock Album”. On this very day, April 23rd 1996, Josh Kiszka was born in Frankenmuth, Michigan…

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Prince Rogers Nelson, was an American singer, songwriter, and musician who was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on June 7th, 1958. Some of his most famous tracks include “Little Red Corvette”, “1999”, “When Doves Cry” “Kiss”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). He was the recipient of 7 Grammy Awards, and in the year 2004, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Widely regarded as one of the greatest musicians of all-time, in 2023, Rolling Stone magazine ranked him in their Top 20 All-Time…

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Avicii (also known as Tim Bergling) was a DJ, Music Producer, and songwriter who was born in Stockholm, Sweden on September 8th, 1989. His contributions to the EDM genre helped him gain international fame. His most popular hits include songs like “Levels”, “Wake Me Up”, “Hey Brother”, and “Without You”. Throughout his brief career, he received many accolades, including 2 Grammy nominations, 1 AMA, and an MTV Video Music Award. On this very day, April 20th, 2018, Tim Bergling died of apparent suicide at just 28 years of age. In…

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Levon Helm was an American singer and musician who was born in Elaine, Arkansas on May 26th, 1940. He is best remembered as drummer (and vocalist) for the influential rock group, The Band. Some of their most popular songs (featuring Helm’s vocals) include “The Weight”, “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down”, and today’s song choice. In 1994, the Band was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and in 2008, the group received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. On this very day, April 19th, 2012, Mark Lavon…

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Kelly Hansen is an American vocalist who is best known as the current lead singer of Foreigner. He joined the band (in 2005) taking over the role from his predecessor, Lou Gramm. A British-American rock band (that was formed in 1976) Foreigner is known for many hit songs, including “I Want to Know What Love Is”, “Waiting for a Girl Like You”, “Cold as Ice,” “Hot Blooded,” and many others. On this very day, April 18th 1961, Kelly Hansen was born in Hawthorne, California. In celebration of his birthday, I’ve…

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Eddie Cochran was an American singer, musician, and songwriter who was born in Albert Lea, Minnesota on October 3rd 1938. His most famous singles include “Summertime Blues”, “Somethin’ Else”, and today’s song choice. His image (as a rebellious young man) epitomized the stance of the 1950s rocker, which helped him go on to achieve iconic status in the music industry. In 1987, he was officially inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, April 17th 1960, Ray Edward Cochran died in a tragic car accident…

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