HAPPY BIRTHDAY BILL MEDLEY
Bill Medley is an American singer and songwriter who is best known as one-half of The Righteous Brothers. He is recognized for his powerful baritone voice and signature blue-eyed soul sound. Alongside, Bobby Hatfield, this duo achieved massive success with their emotionally charged ballads and soulful performances.
Their most popular singles include “Unchained Melody”, “You’re My Soul and Inspiration”, “Rock and Roll Heaven”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link). On March 10th 2003, he was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (as a member of the Righteous Brothers).
On this very day, September 19th 1940, William Thomas Medley was born in Santa Ana, California. In celebration of his birthday, exactly 84 years ago today, I’ve chosen a classic ballad that topped the music charts in Canada, the U.K., and America. Released in November 1964, here’s the Righteous Brothers, featuring today’s birthday boy, BILL MEDLEY, with “YOU’VE LOST THAT LOVIN’ FEELING”….