Fort Wayne, IN – January 2, 2014 – The end of the year is a great time to survey workout music for two reasons. First, it provides a chance to look back at the year that’s winding down and reminisce. Second, the new year is when folks make resolutions–often to get into better shape–and the recap includes a few songs […]

On this date in 1915, one of the greatest crooners of all time was born–Frank Sinatra.  While he was not my absolute favorite, there is no denying his amazing voice and even his acting ability. (Check out From Here to Eternity–he won an Oscar for his performance.) No matter what you think of him, his influence is here to stay.  […]

Fort Wayne, IN – December 2, 2013 – Remixes abound in this month’s top 10 list. Half the songs below are chart favorites that have been given a makeover—including hits by Zedd, One Direction, and Ellie Goulding. Beyond the valley of the remixes, you’ll find uptempo folk from The Fray, the latest single from Flo Rida, and a new collaboration […]

Welcome to the Mary J. Blige “A Mary Christmas” CD Giveaway! Hosted by Mama’s Mission along with Reel Mama and Jenns Blah Blah Blog. I don’t know about you, but Christmas music is something I could listen to almost year ’round.  Our local radio station finally started playing 24-hour Christmas music, and it always puts me in a good mood.  […]

All right, today’s feature actually ties into a Christmas present I am giving someone.  On this date in 1997, Disney’s Lion King debuted on Broadway.  My daughter and I saw this several years ago in Texas–she barely remembers it.  I find this an enchanting musical, and I was blown away from the opening scene of this musical.  They do it […]

Fort Wayne, IN – November 3, 2013 – This month’s top 10 list pulls evenly from the worlds of rock and pop. On the former front, you’ve got bands like Bastille, Imagine Dragons, and NONONO. On the latter, you’ve got dancefloor divas like Lady GaGa, Rihanna, and Katy Perry. Somewhere in the middle there are cross-genre collaborations that pair DJs […]

I am so happy to report today’s feature.  On this date in 1938, Kate Smith introduced the great song “God Bless America” written by Irving Berlin to our country.  This is a song that always gets to me.  It’s simple, but it’s real.  And no matter what, no one can sing it like Kate Smith.   As we celebrate Veteran’s Day […]

I happen to still be an Andrew Lloyd Webber fan, and today’s feature concerns one of his greatest musicals.  On this date in 1982, Cats premiered on Broadway.  It had been a massive success in England, and until Phantom of the Opera surpassed it, it held the record run on Broadway.  I have seen the musical twice live (not on […]

The first time I ever heard Andrea Bocelli sing was on a television concert with Sarah Brightman (during my big time Phantom of the Opera craze).  I was amazed, and impressed, and on this date in 1958, Andrea Bocelli was born.  I will be honest.  He’s not my favorite tenor, but he is amazing and an inspiration.  In fact, when […]

I did not watch this American Idol season, but I have to admit that I know his song due to its being featured on so many ads (and it is an absolutely annoying song when you hear it on the radio–it could have been much shorter!).  On this date in 1990, American Idol season eleven winner Phillip Phillips was born.  […]