Category: Heaven & Earth

Lady Gaga is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who is known for her eclectic and unconventional approach to music and fashion. Her most famous singles include “Just Dance”, “Born This Way”, “Bad Romance”, “Edge of Glory”, and today’s song choice. Throughout her illustrious career, she has received many accolades including 13 Grammy Awards and 16 Guiness World records. On this very day, March 28th 1986, Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta (known professionally as Lady Gaga) was born in New York city. Celebrating the occasion, Celebratinm I’ve chosen a popular…

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Mariah Carey is an American singer-songwriter who rose to fame (in the early 1990s) and is often referred to as the “Songbird Supreme” (due to her incredible vocal range). Over the course of her career, she has earned numerous awards, including multiple Grammys. Some of her most well-known songs include “Vision of Love”, “Hero”, “Emotions” “Fantasy”, “Always Be My Baby” and today’s song choice (to name just a few). On this very day, March 27th 1969, Mariah Carey was born in Huntington, New York (the youngest of three siblings). In…

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Steven Tyler is an American vocalist and songwriter who is best known as lead singer of the classic rock band, Aerosmith. His distinctive voice, dynamic stage presence, and flamboyant style have made him a prominent figure in the world of rock music. Some of the bands’ most famous songs include “Sweet Emotion”, “Walk This Way”, “Janie’s Got a Gun”, “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). Throughout his career, he has won numerous awards, and in 2001, he was inducted into…

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Sir Elton John is an English singer and pianist whose career has spanned over several decades. He came to prominence (in the early 1970s) and quickly became known for his flamboyant stage presence, distinctive voice, and catchy melodies. Some of his most famous songs include “Rocket Man”, “Your Song”, “Crocodile Rock”, “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”, and “Tiny Dancer” (to name just a few). In 1994, he was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and in 1998, he was knighted (by Queen Elizabeth) for his services to the…

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Johnny Maestro was an American singer who was born in Brooklyn, New York on May 7th, 1939. He was best known as lead vocalist for doo-wop group, The Crests. Formed in the mid-1950s, they were one of the earliest racially mixed musical acts (consisting of 3 African Americans, 1 Puerto Rican, and of course, Maestro himself, who was of Italian descent). With Johnny Maestro as lead singer, this diverse group achieved success with songs like “Six Nights a Week” and today’s song choice. In the 1960s, he joined The Brooklyn Bridge, and…

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Chaka Khan is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame (in the 1970s) as lead singer of the funk band, Rufus. Some of this group’s most popular hits include “Tell Me Something Good”, “Sweet Thing”, and today’s song choice. Her solo career was equally successful, with hits like “I’m Every Woman” and “I Feel for You”. To date, she has won a total of 10 Grammy Awards, including two as a member of Rufus. On this very day, March 23rd 1953, Yvette Marie Stevens (better known as Chaka…

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Dan Hartman was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer who was born in West Hanover, Pennsylvania on December 8th, 1950. An extremely versatile musician, Hartman played multiple instruments, and his work encompassed many different musical styles. As an example, two of his biggest hits were “Instant Replay” (featuring a pure disco sound) and today’s song choice (which showcases a soul and Motown vibe). On this very day, March 22nd, 1994, Daniel Earl Hartman died of a brain tumor (at 43 years of age). In memory of his passing,…

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Roger Hodgson is an English musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as former co-frontman for the progressive rock band, Supertramp. Some of this bands’ most popular songs include “Give a Little Bit”, “Dreamer”, “Take the Long Way Home”, and today’s song choice. In 1983, he left Supertramp to focus on a solo career. On this very day, March 21st 1950, Roger Hodgson was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England. In celebration of his birthday, I’ve chosen a song that is based on Hodgson’s experience of being sent away to boarding school.…

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Kenny Rogers was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Houston, Texas on August 21st, 1938. With a career that spanned over several decades, he was particularly known for his smooth voice and storytelling ability. Some of his most well-known songs include “The Gambler”, “Islands in the Stream”, “Lucille,” “Coward of the County”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his legendary career, he has won many awards, and in 2013, he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. On this very day, March 20th, 2020, Kenneth Ray…

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Luther Ingram was an American singer and songwriter who was born in Jackson, Tennessee on November 30th, 1937. He began his career as a gospel singer, and later transitioned to secular music. His most successful songs, include “I’ll Be Your Shelter in Time”, “Do You Love the One You’re With”, and today’s song choice. His soulful voice and heartfelt performances earned him great respect in the music industry. On this very day, March 19th, 2007, Luther Thomas Ingram died of heart failure (after suffering for years from diabetes and kidney…

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Adam Levine is an American singer and songwriter, who is best known as lead vocalist of the pop rock band, Maroon 5. Since their inception (in 2001), this band has produced numerous chart-topping hits, including “Moves Like Jagger”, “Sugar”, “Girls Like You”, and “She Will Be Loved”. During the years 2011 until 2019, Adam Levine served as a coach on the reality TV show, “The Voice”. In 2019 he and Maroon 5 headlined the Super Bowl 53 halftime show. With Adam Levine as their front man, Maroon 5 has received…

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Jermaine Stewart was an American singer, dancer, and songwriter who was born in Columbus, Ohio on September 7th, 1957. Before starting his solo career, he was a backing vocalist for artists like Shalamar and Culture Club. As a solo artist, his most popular singles, included songs like “Jody”, “Don’t Talk Dirty to Me”, “Say It Again”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, March 17th, 1997, William Jermaine Stewart died of AIDS-related liver cancer (at 39 years of age). In memory of his passing, I’ve chosen a classic dance…

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Nancy Wilson is an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter, who is one of the founding members of Heart. Alongside her sister Ann, she helped the group become one of the most successful rock bands ever. Some of Hearts’ most reputable singles include songs like “Barracuda”, “Magic Man”, “Alone”, “Never”, and today’s song choice (to name a few). Throughout her career, she has received various accolades, including a 2013 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, March 16th 1954, Nancy Wilson was born in San…

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Bret Michaels is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who is best known as lead vocalist for the glam rock band, Poison. With Michaels as front man, this group achieved commercial success with hits like “Every Rose Has Its Thorn,” “Talk Dirty to Me”, “Something to Believe In”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his career, he has faced significant health challenges, including a brain hemorrhage that he dealt with in 2010. Despite these setbacks, he has continued to tour, and is considered a key figure in the glam metal genre…

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Percy Sledge was an American soul and gospel singer who was born in Leighton, Alabama on November 25th, 1940. Some of his most popular hits include “Warm and Tender Love”, “Take Time to Know Her”, and today’s song choice. Due to his contributions to the R&B/Soul genre, in 2005, he was officially inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, April 14th 2015, Percy Tyrone Sledge died of liver cancer (at his home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana). He was 74 at the time of his…

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