What is The Stripper Song? Music in Commercials Number 1 Songs Special Occasion Music by da jack hayford - March 19, 2023April 24, 20230 Take It Off...Take It All Off! Ever look at your "significant other" after a night out on the town, a few drinks and some merriment, and say seductively as they begin to undress, "take it off, take it all off!"? Where did that come from? And then he or she begins to laugh
Who is Professor Longhair? Music Legends by da jack hayford - March 19, 2023June 15, 20230 Professor Longhair "Henry Roeland Byrd (a.k.a Professor Longhair) was Born in Bogalusa, Louisiana, on December 19, 1918 [and died January 30, 1980 in New Orleans at age 62]. The Henry Roeland Byrd story is fundamentally the story of an artist who created his own musical world, constantly refining and elaborating a
Who Sang Rock Me Gently? Music in Commercials Number 1 Songs Song Lyrics by da jack hayford - March 19, 2023April 29, 20230 Andy Kim Who sang "Rock Me Gently"? Yep, the one in the Jeep Liberty TV commercial where the coyote eats the bird and then spits it out. "Rock Me Gently, Rock Me Slowly..." Who is that? Neil Diamond (think "Sweet Caroline" and "Cracklin' Rosie")? NOPE. Not Neil Diamond. But same vintage,
Music and the Civil War Music and Politics Music Education Music History by da jack hayford - March 19, 2023March 19, 20230 "The American Civil War (1861–1865) was a major war between the United States (the "Union") and eleven Southern slave states that declared their secession and formed the Confederate States of America, led by President Jefferson Davis. The Union, led by President Abraham Lincoln and the Republican Party, opposed the expansion of
Jesus Loves the Little Children Lyrics Spiritual Music by da jack hayford - March 19, 2023March 21, 20230 "Several of George F. Root's songs, such as 'Just Before the Battle, Mother' and 'Battle Cry of Freedom,' were written during the Civil War, but his musical imagination covered a wide field. From singing boy soprano in a Boston church to a career with his brother in a Chicago music
I Got You Babe Music and Movies Music and Politics Music Business Music in Commercials Music Legends Song Lyrics by da jack hayford - March 19, 2023May 1, 20230 Do you know anyone who hasn't seen the great 1993 movie Goundhog Day starring Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell? Timeless! (No pun intended.) Sonny and Cher It's impossible not to come away from the film humming the Sonny (Bono) and Cher hit "I Got You Babe" from the soundtrack—it's what wakes up weatherman Phil
Everybody Wants to Rule The World Music and Movies Music in Commercials Number 1 Songs Song Lyrics by da jack hayford - March 19, 2023May 24, 20230 While watching NBC's Medium ("But For the Grace of God"), which centered around the solving of a young girl's murder in the 1980s, I was struck by the effective and nostalgic use of original 80s pop music in the soundtrack, including "Everybody Want to Rule the World" by the British duo Tears
Come Together Lyrics Music in Commercials Song Lyrics by da jack hayford - March 15, 2023April 19, 20230 Abbey Road, which introduced "Come Together," was the last studio album recorded by the Beatles (although Let It Be was actually released after Abbey Road). Also notable about this album was the emergence of George Harrison as a hit songwriter, penning "Something" and "Here Comes the Sun," arguably two of
Star Spangled Banner Lyrics Music Education Music Events Music History Special Occasion Music by da jack hayford - March 15, 2023July 9, 20230 When Was The Star Spangled Banner First Sung? America's official anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner," was written as a poem, "Defense of Fort McHenry," in 1812...the first public singing of what had become The Star-Spangled Banner took place in Baltimore at the Indian Queen Hotel, where Key had stayed while he finished
For His 90th Birthday Willie Nelson Headlines 2023 Outlaw Music Festival Music Business Music Events Music Legends Music News by da jack hayford - March 15, 2023June 13, 20230 I can’t wait to be on the road with the amazing group of artists joining us on this year’s Outlaw Music Festival Tour…It is always a great day of music and fun with family, friends and the incredible fans, and even more special this year in celebration of my 90th birthday.
Remembering the Great Ray Charles Music and Movies Music History Music Legends by da jack hayford - March 14, 2023June 10, 20230 Imagine if Snoop Dogg or Justin Timberlake, or Beyonce, after tearing up the R&B Charts for a year or two, released a country album...and had the gall to call it The New Hip Sound of Country. And furthermore, imagine that the album not only does well with BOTH R&B and
Who Sang Don’t Worry Be Happy Music Awards Number 1 Songs Theme Songs TV Music by da jack hayford - March 14, 2023April 24, 20230 Bobby McFerrin "Don't Worry, Be Happy" was a #1 U.S. pop hit in 1988 for singer Bobby McFerrin, winning the Grammy, for Best Song of the Year. (Despite Internet references to the contrary, "Don't Worry, Be Happy" is NOT a song by reggae great Bob Marley.) The song is unusual in that
Legendary Bassist Michael Rhodes Dies at 69 Music Awards Music History Music Legends Music News by da jack hayford - March 9, 2023March 28, 20230 Michael Rhodes 1953-2023 There are shots sometimes heard around the world and in the music business the passing of Nashville bassist Michael Rhodes on March 4th 2023 was one of them. There may have never lived a more accomplished musician than Michael Rhodes. Some say he has played on more records than any
What is The MLC? Music Business Music History Show Me the Money by da jack hayford - March 2, 2023March 2, 20230 https://youtu.be/qQx1j7YNiqM The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC) is a nonprofit organization designated by the U.S. Copyright Office pursuant to the historic Music Modernization Act of 2018. In January 2021, The MLC began administering blanket mechanical licenses to streaming and download services (digital service providers or DSPs) in the United States. The MLC
What is CRS? Music Business Music Education Music Events Music News by da jack hayford - March 1, 2023March 1, 20230 CRS (in the music biz anyway) stands for Country Radio Seminar. CRS is one of the largest media gatherings of any kind. Each spring this Nashville-based convention and trade show brings together nearly 1,000 delegates from Country Radio with 1,000 music industry professionals for three days of "growth through sharing." Radio attendees
Who Wrote We Will Rock You? Music History Music Legends Songwriting Theme Songs by da jack hayford - February 28, 2023February 28, 20230 What has now become an international rock anthem sung en masse at sporting events, Queen's "We Will Rock You," from their 1977 News of the World album, was written by their inimitable lead guitarist Brian May. By all accounts, Brian May is one of the most accomplished guitarists in the history
What is Chrome Music Lab? Music Education by da jack hayford - February 28, 2023April 25, 20230 Chrome Music Lab is a website that has been designed to make learning music easy and accessible through fun, do-it-yourself experiments. Music teachers are already using Chrome Music Lab as a tool in their classrooms to teach the fundamentals of music through its connection to academic subjects like science, math, art
What Does the Sun Sound Like? Music in Nature by da jack hayford - February 28, 2023February 28, 20230 Have you ever wondered what the Sun would sound like if you could hear it? "The Sun is playing a secret melody, hidden inside itself, that produces a widespread throbbing motion of its surface. The sounds are coursing through the Sun's interior, causing the entire globe, or parts of it,
Who Wrote I Write the Songs that Make the Whole World Sing? Music History Music in Commercials Songwriting by da jack hayford - February 20, 2023February 20, 20230 You remember Barry Manilow, of course. How could anyone forget? He's still out there knocking 'em dead, or half-dead. In fact he recently (2023) packed Nashville's Bridgestone Arena with boomers (and probably some of their kids and grandkids!). "I Write the Songs" was a smash hit for Barry nearly 50 years
Who Wrote Look Away Dixie Land? Music History by da jack hayford - February 20, 2023March 19, 20230 "Dixie," which is closely associated with the southern states of the Confederacy and the American Civil War, was written in 1860 by Dan Emmett. Actually a northener(!), Emmett wrote the song for a minstrel show, purportedly on a cold New York day, while yearning for the warmer climes to be had in
Who is Stephen Foster? Music History Music Legends by da jack hayford - February 20, 2023April 13, 20230 Stephen Foster—Beautiful Dreamer and Seminal American Songwriter Arguably, songwriting as a profession in America started with Stephen Foster. Stephen Foster Born on the 4th of July in Pennsylvania in 1826, Stephen Collins Foster is credited with composing some of this country's most beloved and performed songs, including "Beautiful Dreamer," "My Old Kentucky
BurnLists: The Digital “Mix Tape” Comes Of Age Music Business Music History by da jack hayford - February 19, 2023February 19, 20230 The original "mix tapes" were bootleg 8-tracks that were largely found for sale at truck stops and flea markets in the 1960s. The 1970s saw a move to compiling songs in a specific order on cassette tapes, which required almost the same amount of devotion as it takes work through some MBA programs. Since then
Rihanna is Now the Richest Musician Music Business Music in Sports Music News Show Me the Money by da jack hayford - February 19, 2023February 19, 20230 The 2023 Super Bowl Halftime Show featured a spectacular, extravagant performance by the NEW richest musician in the world: Rihanna. In January 2016, when Rihanna released her most recent album, the eclectic, intimate “Anti," Barack Obama was president, Prince was still alive and TikTok did not yet exist. NY Times Rihanna was born February
Kyle Jacobs, Songwriter and Kellie Pickler’s Husband Dies Music News by da jack hayford - February 18, 2023April 9, 20230 Kyle Jacobs, a country music producer and songwriter, who co-starred with his wife, country singer Kellie Pickler, in a CMT docuseries, died Friday February 17th, according to Nashville police. He was 49. According to local authorities, Jacobs died by an apparent suicide in their Nashville home. Jacobs worked with artists including Garth
ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NOMINEES FOR 2022 INDUCTION Music Awards Music Business Music Events Music History Music Legends Music News by da jack hayford - February 5, 2022April 6, 20230 And the Winners Are: Performer Categegory Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo Duran Duran Eminem Eurythmics Dolly Parton Lionel Richie Carly Simon Musical Excellence Award Judas Priest Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Early Influence Award Harry Belafonte Elizabeth Cotten Ahmet Ertegun Award Allen Grubman Jimmy Iovine Sylvia Robinson The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced tin January the following Nominees for 2022 Induction: Beck Pat Benatar Kate Bush DEVO Duran Duran Eminem Eurythmics Judas Priest Fela Kuti MC5 New
Make Music on Make Music Day! Music Events by da jack hayford - February 1, 2022February 2, 20220 What is Make Music Day? About Make Music https://www.youtube.com/embed/ilj4sN2rQrE Each year, over 1,000 cities around the world throw citywide music celebrations on June 21. It all started 39 years ago in France. In 1982, France’s Ministry of Culture dreamed up an idea for a new kind of musical holiday. They imagined a day where free,
Who Wrote You Are My Sunshine? Music and Politics Music Business Music History Music Legends Number 1 Songs by da jack hayford - February 1, 2022May 28, 20230 Music Often Puts Politicians in a Good Light The Singing Governor of LouisianaJimmie Davis Cynics may claim that politics is more entertainment than substance. But the wisest and shrewdest of politicians have for decades used music to help win votes and gain popularity. None did it better than James Houston Davis, better known as Jimmie Davis,
Who Wrote Na Na Na Na, Na Na Na Na, Hey Hey Hey, Goodbye? Music Business Music History Music in Sports Number 1 Songs One Hit Wonders by da jack hayford - January 25, 2022April 24, 20230 It's that time of year when a lot of playoffs are happening in sports. From now til the start of next season fans will be dramatically saying goodbye to the losing side. Probably the only thing this 1969 #1 hit song has in common with the sports world is the cover of the
Goodbye (Again) Tom T. Hall “That’s How I Got to Memphis” Music Legends Music News by da jack hayford - January 22, 2022March 22, 20230 https://youtu.be/tEqifPyACG4 Tom T. Hall was a songwriter's songwriter. That statement has been made many times over the course of Tom T. Hall's long, productive and successful career as a country songwriter. Those words rang so true after his death at the age of 85 on August 20th, 2001, as fellow songwriters sang his
Ralph Emery, Champion of Country Music, Dies Music Business Music History Music Legends Music News by da jack hayford - January 20, 2022January 20, 20220 In the 2000s, country music has already lost a spate of iconic voices: Charlie Pride, Charlie Daniels, John Prine, Kenny Rogers, Tom T. Hall...to name just a handful. On Saturday, January 15th, Nashvilians and country music fans everywhere lost the sound of yet another easily recognizable vocalist, that of legendary DJ
