Category: Heaven & Earth

Ric Ocasek was an American singer and musician who is best remembered as lead vocalist (and primary songwriter) for new wave rock band, The Cars. Some of their most popular hits include “Just What I Needed”, “My Best Friend’s Girl”, “Shake It Up”, “Drive”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In 1978, Rolling Stone magazine readers voted The Cars as “Best New Artist”, and in 2018, Ric Ocasek was officially inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (along with…

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Patrick Swayze was an American actor andsinger who rose to fame (in the 1980s) with a series of successful films, including his memorable role (as Johnny Castle) in the 1987 film, “Dirty Dancing”. This soundtrack included his hit song, “She’s Like the Wind” which reached the #3 spot on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart (in America). It was also a Top 10 hit in Ireland, Sweden, and Australia. On this very day, September 14th 2009, Patrick Wayne Swayze died of pancreatic cancer (at 57 years of age). In memory of his…

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Peter Cetera is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who is best known as the original lead vocalist for Chicago. Originally known as Chicago Transit Authority, this group recorded a string of popular songs, including “25 or 6 to 4”, “Saturday in the Park”, “Hard to Say I’m Sorry”, “You’re the Inspiration”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In 1985, Cetera left Chicago to pursue a solo career, achieving success with hits like “Glory of Love” and “The Next Time I…

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Johnny Cash (aka the “Man in Black) was an American singer, songwriter, and musician who was born in Kingsland, Arkansas on February 26th, 1932. Known for his deep, distinctive voice, he is considered as one of the most influential figures in the history of country music. Some of his most well-known songs include “I Walk the Line”, “Folsom Prison Blues”, “Man in Black”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Having sold more than 90 million records worldwide, he is considered one…

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Joe Perry is a musician and songwriter who is best known as lead guitarist (and co-founder) of the American rock band, Aerosmith. Known for their bluesy-rock sound (and energetic performances), this group recorded many iconic songs, including “Dream On”, “Walk This Way”, “Janie’s Got a Gun”, “I Don’t Wanna Miss a Thing”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Rolling Stone magazine included Perry on their list of the “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time”, and in 2001, he was inducted into…

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Michael Bublé is a Canadian singer and songwriter who’s known for his smooth vocals and remakes of many classic jazz standards. He often draws inspiration from crooners like Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Some of his most popular songs include “Feeling Good”, “Everything”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout his career, he has sold over 75 million records worldwide, while winning 5 Grammys and 15 Juno Awards. In 2018, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. On…

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Pink is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame (in the early 2000s) with her unique and versatile approach. Some of her greatest songs include hits like “Get the Party Started”, “Just Like a Pill”, “So What”, “Raise Your Glass”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Her accolades include 3 Grammy Awards, 2 Brit Awards, and in 2019, she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Having sold more than 75 million records worldwide, she is considered as one of…

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Chrissie Hynde is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist who is best known as founder and lead vocalist of The Pretenders. Some of this group’s most famous singles include “Back on the Chain Gang”, “Middle of the Road”, “Don’t Get Me Wrong”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). Throughout the years, she has been the only consistent member of the Pretenders, and in 2005, she was officially inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, September…

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Tom Fogerty was an American musician who was born in Berkeley, California on November 9th, 1941. He is best remembered as the rhythm guitarist for American southern rock band, Creedence Clearwater Revival. Some of this group’s primary hits include “Bad Moon Rising”, “Fortunate Son”, “Proud Mary”, “Down on the Corner”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In 1993, he was posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (as a member of CCR). On this very day, September 6th…

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Joe South was an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist who was born in Atlanta, Georgia on February 28th, 1940. He achieved success throughout the 1960s (and 1970s) with his contributions to the pop and country music genres. His two most popular songs were “Walk a Mile in My Shoes”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). In 1979, he was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, and in 2019, he was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum.…

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Beyoncé is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame (in the late 1990s) as lead vocalist for the R&B girl group, Destiny’s Child. Some of their most popular songs include “Say My Name”, “Survivor”, “Independent Women”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). As a solo artist, Beyonce continued her success with singles like “Crazy in Love”, “Irreplaceable”, “Single Ladies”, “If I were a Boy”, and “Break My Soul” (to name just a few). Amongst her many accolades, she has…

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Walter Becker was an American musician, songwriter, and record producer who was born in Queens, New York on February 20th, 1950. He is best remembered for his services with the jazz rock band, Steely Dan. Over the years, this group produced a string of successful hits, including “Do It Again”, “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number”, “Peg”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). On this very day, September 3rd 2017, Walter Carl Becker died from esophageal cancer (at 67 years of age).…

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Cedric Hailey (also known as K-Ci) is an American singer and songwriter who is one-half of the R&B duo, K-Ci & JoJo. Alongside his younger brother, Joel Hailey, the two siblings gained fame as part of the group Jodeci (before establishing themselves as a successful duo). In 1997, they released their debut album, “Love Always”, which featured the hit single “All My Life” (a song that topped the U.S. charts and earned the brothers a Grammy Award nomination). On this very day, September 2nd 1969, Cedric Renard Hailey was born…

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Barry Gibb is a singer, songwriter, and record producer who rose to fame as a member of the Bee Gees (alongside his younger brothers, Robin and Maurice). Amongst their many hit singles, some of the trio’s most famous songs include “Stayin’ Alive”, “How Deep Is Your Love”, “Night Fever”, “Tragedy, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). The last surviving member of the Bee Gees, in 1994, Barry Gibb was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and in 1997, he was…

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