Category: Heaven & Earth

Quincy Jones is an American composer (and record producer) who is one of the most influential and successful figures in the music industry, with a career that has spanned over seven decades. One of his most notable collaborations was with Michael Jackson. He produced Jackson’s albums, “Off the Wall”, “Thriller”, and “Bad”, contributing to some of the best-selling LPs of all time. Throughout his illustrious career, he has won a record 28 Grammys, including a “Grammy Legend” Award. On this very day, March 14th 1933, Quincy Delight Jones was born…

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Neil Sedaka is an American singer, songwriter, and pianist who rose to fame (in the late 1950s) and has since enjoyed a long and successful career. His greatest hits include “Oh! Carol”, “Calendar Girl”, “Bad Blood”, “Breaking Up is Hard to Do”, and today’s song choice. His music spans various styles, including pop, rock, doo-wop, and ballads. In 1983, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the music industry. On this very day, March 13th 1939, Neil Sedaka was born in Brooklyn, New…

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James Taylor is an American musician, singer and songwriter who is known for his distinctive voice, introspective lyrics, and a blend of folk, rock, and pop music. He is regarded as one of the greatest songwriters of all-time. His most popular singles, include “You’ve Got a Friend”, “Carolina in My Mind”, “Shower the People”, “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)”, and today’s song choice. Throughout his career, he has won multiple Grammys, including the Lifetime Achievement Award (in 2000). That same year, he was inducted into the…

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Joel Madden is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who is best known as lead vocalist for the pop-punk band, Good Charlotte. Alongside his twin brother, Benji, he co-founded the band in 1996. Their music often deals with themes of teenage angst, relationships, and social issues. Some of their most popular hits include songs like “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous”, “I Just Wanna Live”, and today’s song choice. On this very day, March 11th 1979, Joel Reuben Combs (known better as Joel Madden) was born in Waldorf, Maryland. In…

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Carrie Underwood is an American singer and songwriter who gained widespread fame after winning “American Idol” (in 2005). Since then, her powerful vocals (and engaging stage presence) made her one of the most successful and prominent figures in country music. Her most popular singles include “Inside Your Heaven”, “Jesus take the Wheel”, “Cowboy Casanova”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). The most awarded country artist of all time, she has been the recipient of many accolades, including 8 Grammy Awards. In 2008, she was inducted into the Grand…

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Christopher George Latore Wallace was an American rapper who was born in Brooklyn, New York on May 21st, 1972. He is often referred to as Biggie Smalls, Biggie, or by his stage name, The Notorious B.I.G. Growing up, he faced a challenging environment marked by poverty and crime, which later influenced his lyrics. His discography features hits like “Juicy”, “Hypnotize”, “One More Chance”, and today’s song choice. During the mid-1990s, he became a central figure in the East Coast-West Coast hip-hop rivalry, which was marked by tensions between artists like…

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Gary Numan is a singer, songwriter, and record producer who rose to prominence (in the late 1970s) as a leading figure in the synth-pop movement. Known for his distinctive visual style, he often adopted a futuristic or post-apocalyptic look. Over time, he developed a dedicated fanbase known as the “Numanoids”. Throughout his career, he has received many accolades, including the Ivor Novello Award for “Outstanding Contemporary Song Collection”. On this very day, March 8th 1958, he was born in London, England (as Gary Anthony James Webb). In celebration of his…

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Taylor Dayne is an American singer and songwriter who rose to prominence (in the late 1980s) with a series of hit songs that showcased her powerful vocals and danceable pop sound. Her biggest singles include “Tell It to My Heart”, I’ll Be Your Shelter”, “Don’t Rush Me”, “Prove Your Love”, “I’ll Always Love You”, and today’s song choice.  In December 2016, Billboard magazine ranked her the 28th most successful dance artist of all time. On this very day, March 7th 1962, she was born in Manhattan, New York City (as Leslie Wunderman).…

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Stompin’ Tom Connors was a Canadian country-folk singer who was born in Saint John, New Brunswick on February 9th, 1936. Known for his distinctive voice and signature black cowboy hat, some of his most notable songs include “Bud the Spud”, “The Hockey Song”, and today’s song choice. In the 1970s, he took a stand against what he perceived as mistreatment by the music industry, and returned all six of his Juno Awards (in protest). A rebel through and through, in 1993, he declined to be inducted into the Canadian Country Music…

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Patsy Cline was an American country singer who was born in Winchester, Virginia on September 8th, 1932. The impact she had on country music was profound, and her ability to convey pain and passion within her songs made her one of the most prolific country singers ever. Some of her most famous pieces include “Walking After Midnight”, “I Fall to Pieces”, “She’s Got You”, and today’s song choice (to name just a few). A member of the Grand Ole Opry, she received many posthumous honors, including inductions into the Country…

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Keith Flint, front man for The Prodigy, was born in Redbridge, London, England on September 17th, 1969. Known for their fusion of electronic music, rave, and punk influences, this band became one of the pioneers of EDM (short for Electronic Dance Music). This group’s two biggest hits include the song “Firestarter” and today’s song choice. Flint’s distinctive appearance, characterized by his spiky hair, facial piercings, and intense stage presence, became iconic in the world of electronic dance music. On this very day, March 4th, 2019, Keith Flint died from suicide…

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Camila Cabello is a Cuban-American singer and songwriter who gained prominence as a member of Fifth Harmony. She rose to fame (in 2012) as a contestant on the second season of “The X Factor”. This platform helped form the girl group, Fifth Harmony, which went on to become one of the most successful acts from the show. In December 2016, she left the group to pursue a solo career, and went on to release hit songs like “Havana”, “My Oh My”, and today’s song choice. Her accolades include winning 2…

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Jon Bon Jovi is an American singer and songwriter who is best known as the founder and frontman for his namesake band, Bon Jovi. Some of the group’s most popular singles include “Livin’ on a Prayer”, “You Give Love a Bad Name”, “Wanted Dead or Alive”, “I’ll Be There for You”, “Bad Medicine”, “Always”, and today’s song choice. Over the years, he has received numerous awards and honors, including a 2018 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On this very day, March 2nd 1962, he was born…

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Roger Daltrey is an English singer who is both (front man and co-founder) of The Who. Known for his powerful and energetic stage presence, he provided lead vocals on the Whos’ biggest hits, including, “My Generation”, “Baba O’Riley”, “Won’t Get Fooled Again”, “Behind Blue Eyes”, and today’s song choice. In 1990, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and in 2005, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth for his services to the music industry. On this very day, March1st 1944, he was born in London, England…

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Jason Aldean is an American singer and songwriter who has become one of the leading figures in modern country music. Particularly known for his rock-infused sound, some of his most popular singles include “Big Green Tractor”, “Dirt Road Anthem”, “Fly Over States”, “Night Train”, and “Try thatin a Small Town”. Over the years, he has received many accolades, including several ACM and CMA Awards. On this very day, February 28th, 1977, he was born in Macon, Georgia (as Jason Aldine Williams). In celebration of his birthday, I’m choosing the song…

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