@MusicFan0692 I'm in Upstate N.Y., and I'm loving the winter right now. I have a sister who lives in Orlando, Fl. Take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

@MusicFan0692, It is 7:47 p.m where I am.   ... View more

@MusicFan0692, so track treasures is yours to have. I will delete it from my previous post. If you like, we can try to give this a jump start on Monday. Let me know what you think? Your very first song should be your overall favorite. By starting with your favorite, you can make it a conversation piece as well, explaining why it is your favorite, which gives the reader a more detailed personal view of the creator and curator.  Take care, and GOD bless. ... View more

@MusicFan0692, you need to have more faith in your abilities...I know you have it in you; you just need some guidance to make it sparkle or come to fruition.  Here are some ideas that I would like to bounce off of you. Tell me what you think. And if you like one of them, then it is yours to have.    MSOTD – Mood Songs of the Day VSOTD – Vibe Songs of the Day TSOTD – Theme Songs of the Day SSOTD – Spotlight Songs of the Day CSOTD – Curated Songs of the Day   The Daily Spin Fresh Finds Daily The Sound Spotlight Daily Dose of Discovery The Listening Lounge Tune of the Moment The Music Moodboard These are all music-related, and some are kind of catchy. You can still use your original idea if you would like, but I just thought I would throw something more in the mix for you to choose from.  Take care, and GOD bless.        ... View more

@MusicFan0692, of course, this will be your very own post, and I would be more than happy to help you kick-start it and give you a hand with it whenever you need. Come up with a title for it, something similar to GSOTD (Genre Songs Of The Day), but make it your own. You will enjoy doing it that much more if you make it an original (your own). I will help you as much as you need and as often as you need, but you should make the subject title yours. We all have a creative side within us, and I know you do as well. You came up with the idea to start your own post. Now lets begin with your title. Give it some thought, and we will go from there. Deal? Great! Will be waiting to hear from you. Take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

@MusicFan0692, I have a great idea for you if you are interested. I used to do a post called GSOTD (Genre Songs Of The Day). But with all the other posts I curate, I don't have the time to do all of the ones that I have created. There was a time I did have the time, but life became busier than before. You don't have to continue the one I have started; you can create your very own. All you have to do is just add some songs that are in a different genre for each posting, then add a little info about each song. I can help you get it started, or you can come up with your own ideas; you can take a look at my old posts to give you some ideas as well.  Take care, dear friend, and GOD bless.   ... View more

@MusicFan0692, you're welcome, dear friend. I will post another one of your requests tomorrow and then the third on Monday. If I get some time over the weekend, then perhaps on one of those days. Have a blessed day, take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

@LeonPandora, thank you for the recommendation. I will certainly check it out. Take care, and GOD bless.    ... View more

Good afternoon, dear friend. Normally, as you know, I only post one song per day, but there has been a request by a Pandora Community member, @MusicFan0692, who wishes to have several songs posted. I will post the first of three this afternoon, and the next two over the next two days. Here is the first song by Avril Lavigne Bite Me (parents beware, this song is explicit). Enjoy the song as well as the read. This high-energy guitar-and-drum-centered track finds Avril Lavigne returning to the pop-punk sound that made her famous. Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker's DTA Records released the song on November 10, 2021, as her first single after signing to the label. Lyrically, this is a takedown of a former lover who failed to treat Lavigne properly. The sassy pop-punk queen rages at the no-good dude for being a liar and a playa. She assures him he'll regret crossing her for the rest of his life and kicks him out for good. I gave you one chance, you don't get it twice Hey, you, and we'll be together never, so baby, you can bite me The cheating guy is getting his romantic karma. Speaking to Kevan Kenney on Alt 92.3, Lavigne said the song "is about someone who wants a second chance but they f----d up so royally they're kinda not really worth your time, and they realize after the fact that you had a really good thing going on, and you're sort of the one that got away."  Lavigne collected an impressive cast of songwriters and producers to help her write the track. They are: EDM/pop producer Marshmello. Los Angeles producer Omer Fedi. (24kGoldn's "Mood," The Kid Laroi's "Without You" and "Stay," and Lil Nas X's "MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name) ." Pop-punk producer John Feldmann, who is a frequent collaborator with 5 Seconds of Summer, blink-182, and Panic! at the Disco. Machine Gun Kelly's writing partner, Mod Sun. Lavigne is a big fan of the Minnesota rapper/singer and recorded a duet with him, "Flames," which Mod Sun dropped in January 2021. John Feldmann and Mod Sun also produced the song with Travis Barker. Omer Fedi plays guitar on the track, and Travis Barker contributes his signature, ear-blasting drums. Hannah Lux Davis directed the video. It finds Lavigne and Barker terrorizing the ex that did the singer wrong, helped by some tutu-wearing tough guys. Avril Lavigne had two failed marriages: first with Sum 41's Deryck Whibley, then with Nickelback's Chad Kroeger. But the singer was blissed-out with her boyfriend, Mod Sun, when she penned this song and felt it was time to rock again. "I'm in a happy place in my life, and it's all like it's fun and it reflects that," Lavigne told Apple Music's Zane Lowe. "I've been through the wringer, so like yeah I'm writing about it again... and I feel like 'Bite Me' is kind of about a guy wanting a second chance but not giving him the time of day because, you know, you did before... It didn't work out, and having that self-respect." (Source comes from Bite Me by Avril Lavigne - Songfacts)  @MusicFan0692, thank you for your request. Have a blessed day. Take care, and GOD bless.    ... View more

@MusicFan0692, thank you for your very kind words and for clarifying the music artist that you want me to post. And as far as checking back several times, you will know for sure when I do post your songs because, for one, I always tag the person who made the request, and two, they are always given the credit for the post as well, afterall, it is your request.  Have a blessed day, dear friend, take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

@Pandora, thank you for posting these Christmas Holiday playlists. Perhaps there may be a song or two I can collect for my Christmas and Holiday playlist. Take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

@AdamPandora, thank you, dear friend, for your kind words and for your great support. Have a blessed day, dear friend. Take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

@MusicFan0692, I thank you very much for your appreciation, as well as your interest in this post. It is because of people like you, @AlyssaPandora, @AdamPandora, and @ErickPandora, along with a few others, that I continue to do this. And I also love everything historical, I always have.  Have a blessed day, my friend. Take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

@MusicFan0692, I would be honored as well as delighted to fulfill your request.  I will do one song this afternoon, and the other I will do for you tomorrow. Thank you for your request. Have a blessed day, take care, and GOD bless.  P.S. The song Bite Me has several artists with that song; the most popular artists are ENHYPEN and Avril Lavigne. What artist did you want me to post?  ... View more

  Good Thursday morning, dear friend. Welcome to This Day In The History Of Music. Enjoy the facts and the read.  1.) On this day in 1882, Boston's Bijou Theatre, the first American playhouse lit exclusively by electricity, holds its first performance: W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan's comic opera "Iolanthe." 2.) On this day in 1946, Hank Williams's first recording session took place at WSM's studio in Nashville. Backed by the Willis Brothers (Skeeter on fiddle, Vic on accordion, Guy on guitar) and Charles "Indian" Wright on bass, Hank recorded four self-composed songs for the Sterling label: "Calling You," "Wealth Won't Save Your Soul," "When God Comes and Gathers His Jewels," and "Never Again (Will I Knock on Your Door)." (Side Note: This Day In Music makes no mention of this historic music event) 3.) On this day in 1947, Angel in the Wings is a 1947 musical revue with songs by Bob Hilliard and Carl Sigman and sketches by Hank Ladd, Ted Luce, Paul Hartman, and Grace Hartman. In addition to contributing sketches, the Hartmans headlined the original Broadway production at the Coronet Theatre (now the Eugene O'Neill Theatre ), which ran for 308 performances, from December 11, 1947, to September 4, 1948. The production was considered a surprise hit, with the comic dancing couple Paul and Grace Hartman both receiving the first Tony Awards for Best Actor in a Musical and Best Actress in 1948. In her Broadway musical debut, the 22-year-old Elaine Stritch delivered the most notable song of the revue, "Civilization," which went on to become a standard. Although she only had one song in the revue, Stritch was said to have gotten the loudest applause. Also in the cast were Eileen Barton, Eugenie Baird, Nadine Gae, Peter Hamilton, Robert Stanton, Viola Roache, Johnny Barnes, Janet Gaylord, Alan Green, and Bill McGraw. (Side Note: This Day In Music makes no mention of this musical event) 4.) On this day in 1951, "The Wild Side of Life" single was recorded by Hank Thompson and His Brazos Valley Boys (Billboard Song of the Year, 1952) (Side Note: This Day In Music makes no mention of this historic music event.)  5.) On this day in 1961, Elvis Presley started a 20-week run at No.1 on the US album chart with 'Blue Hawaii', his seventh US No.1 album.  6.) On this day in 1961, The Marvelettes went to No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Please Mr Postman'. The session musicians on the track included 22-year-old Marvin Gaye on drums. The song gave The Carpenters a US No.1 and UK No.2 single in 1975. 7.) On this day in 1964, Soul singer Sam Cooke was shot dead at the Hacienda Motel in Los Angeles, California. Bertha Franklin, manager of the motel, told police that she shot and killed Cooke in self-defence because he had attacked her. Police found Cooke's body in Franklin's apartment-office, clad only in a sports jacket and shoes, but no shirt, pants, or underwear. The shooting was ultimately ruled a justifiable homicide. 8.) On this day in 1968, Liverpool folk group The Scaffold were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with 'Lily The Pink', this year's Christmas No.1. 'Lily the Pink' was a new version of an older folk song entitled 'The Ballad of Lydia Pinkham', and a similar version was the unofficial regimental song of the Royal Tank Corps, at the end of World War II. 9.) On this day in 1971, UK comedian Benny Hill was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with the innuendo-laden novelty song, 'Ernie (The Fastest Milkman In The West)', giving Hill his only No.1 and the Christmas No.1 hit of 1971. The song was originally written in 1955 as the introduction to an unfilmed screenplay about Hill's milkman experiences. 10.) On this day in 1982, Singer, TV actress, and dancer Toni Basil went to No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Mickey', making her a US One-Hit Wonder. Also a No.2 hit in the UK, the song was written by Mike Chapman and Nicky Chinn as 'Kitty', and was first recorded by UK group Racey during 1979. (Side Note: On This Day makes no mention of this music event.) 11.) On this day in 1983, The Flying Pickets were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with their version of the Yazoo song 'Only You'. Also, this year's Christmas No.1 is the first a cappella chart-topper in the UK. 12.) On this day in 1989, the Recording Industry Association of America certified four Led Zeppelin albums as multi-platinum: Presence (2 million), Led Zeppelin (4 million), Physical Graffiti  (4 million), and In Through The Out Door (5 million). 13.) On this day in 1989, Cy Coleman and David Zippel's musical "City of Angels" opens at the Virginia Theater, NYC; runs for 878 performances, wins 6 Tony Awards and 8 Drama Desk Awards. (Side Note: This Day In Music makes no mention of this historic musical event.) 14.) On this day in 2001, David Soul won a lawsuit against Matthew Wright, a London theatre critic who criticised Soul's stage performance without even seeing it. Wright's column had made reference to the Monday performance, when in fact, the play did not run on Mondays. 15.) On this day in 2005, Twyla Tharp's rock ballet "Movin' Out, set to songs of Billy Joel, closed at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, NYC, after 1,303 performances. 16.) On this day in 2008, Simon Cowell said he was "very embarrassed" after contracts signed by this year's X Factor contestants were leaked to the Daily Mirror newspaper. The 80-page document, which is enforceable "anywhere in the world or the solar system, was signed by all 12 finalists before the live shows began. It included a clause that prevents them from saying anything "unduly negative, critical or derogatory" about Cowell. Also, the show claimed the prize as a "£1m recording contract", but the contestants' contract said the prize money was £150,000. 17.) On this day in 2012, Indian musician Ravi Shankar died after undergoing heart valve replacement surgery. He was one of the best-known exponents of the sitar and influenced many other musicians throughout the world. George Harrison, who was first introduced to Shankar's music by Roger McGuinn and David Crosby, became influenced by Shankar's music and went on to help popularize Shankar. 18.) On this day in 2016, Bob Dylan said it was "truly beyond words" to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature. In a speech read on his behalf at the ceremony in Sweden, he said he thought his odds of winning were as likely as him "standing on the moon. Patti Smith performed 'A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall' at the ceremony. But the singer had to apologise during her rendition after nerves got the better of her and she forgot the lyrics. 19.) On this day in 2019, Ed Sheeran was named the UK's artist of the decade by the Official Charts Company. Sheeran achieved the milestone after a combined run of 12 No.1 singles and albums between 2010 and 2019 - more than any other artist. He's also had the most weeks (79) at No.1 in both the album and singles charts in this period. 20.) On this day in 2022, Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman's musical "Some Like It Hot, based on the 1959 feature film comedy, opens at the Shubert Theatre, NYC; it garners 13 Tony Award nominations. 21.) On this day in 2023, according to Pollstar, Taylor Swift's Eras tour became the first to gross over $1 billion, hitting the mark in the first 60 shows. The previous record holder was Elton John's Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, which took in $939 million in 328 shows from 2018 to 2023. 22.) On this day in 2023, Jeffrey Foskett died from anaplastic thyroid cancer at the age of 67. The American guitarist and singer, best known as a touring and studio musician for Brian Wilson and The Beach Boys since the 1980s. Foskett was one of the few artists who had recorded and performed live with each of the three guitar greats, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, and Eric Clapton. 23.) On this day in 2024, A lawyer representing several alleged victims of Sean "Diddy" Combs said the potential number of civil legal cases against the musician "is probably in the 300 range. Tony Buzbee said his team had received about 3,000 calls since he held a news conference calling for clients in October. He has already issued 20 lawsuits from men and women seeking damages from the musician and said that "realistically" the final total could be "about 100 to 150". Others will not make it to court because the time limit for filing claims has expired in certain states. Born On This Day In The Music World:  1.) Born on this day in 1566, Manuel Cardoso, Portuguese composer, born in Fronteira, Portugal (d. 1650) 2.) Born on this day in 1757, Charles Wesley, English organist and composer, born in Bristol, England (d. 1834) 3.) Born on this day in 1803, Hector Berlioz French composer (Symphonie fantastique), was born in La Côte-Saint-André, France. Died on March 8th, 1869. 4.) Born on this day in 1890, Carlos Gardel, Argentine singer and the most prominent figure in the history of tango, was born in Toulouse, France. Died on June 24th when his plane crashed at the age of 44. 5.) Born on this day in 1906, Jack Purvis, American jazz trumpet player and composer, born in Kokomo, Indiana (d. 1962) 6.) Born on this day in 1908, Elliott Carter, American classical composer and winner of two Pulitzer prizes, was born in New York City (d. 2012) 7.) Born on this day in 1916, Cuban bandleader, pianist, composer, and arranger Perez Prado, who had the 1955 US & UK No.1 single 'Cherry Pink & Apple Blossom White'. Perez had first covered this title for the movie Underwater! (1955), where Jane Russell can be seen dancing to the song. Billboard ranked this version as the No. 1 song of 1955. He died on 14th September 1989. 8.) Born on this day in 1926, Big Mama Thornton, singer, songwriter, Janis Joplin covered her song 'Ball And Chain'. Thornton also scored the 1953 hit with her version of 'Hound Dog' before Elvis Presley. She died in 1984. 9.) Born on this day in 1931, Rita Moreno, Puerto Rican singer, dancer, and actress (West Side Story ), was born in Humacao, Puerto Rico.  10.) Born on this day in 1938, McCoy Tyner, American jazz pianist (John Coltrane Quartet), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 2020).  11.) Born on this day in 1940, American singer-songwriter, musician, and producer, David Gates, best known as the co-lead singer of the group Bread, who scored the 1970 US No.1 & UK No.5 single 'Make It With You'. His song 'Popsicles and Icicles' hit No.3 on the US chart for The Murmaids in January 1964, and The Monkees recorded another of his songs, 'Saturday's Child'. By the end of the 1960s, he had worked with many leading artists, including Elvis Presley, Bobby Darin, Merle Haggard, Duane Eddy, and Brian Wilson. 12.) Born on this day in 1941, J. Frank Wilson, American singer and lead vocalist of J. Frank Wilson and the Cavaliers, who scored the No.2 US hit 'Last Kiss'. The song was subsequently covered successfully by Wednesday and Pearl Jam. 13.) Born on this day in 1944, American singer Brenda Lee, who had the 1960 US No.1 single 'I'm Sorry', the UK No.4 single 'Sweet Nothin's', plus 27 US & 18 other UK Top 40 singles. Lee is the oldest artist ever to top the Hot 100 at the age of 79 with ‘Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree’. The song also set the record for the longest period of time between an original release and its topping the Hot 100 (65 years). 14.) Born on this day in 1951, Philip 'Spike' Edney, keyboard player, was known as the fifth member of Queen. Also worked with Duran Duran, Boomtown Rats, Dexy's Midnight Runners, Haircut 100, The Cross, Brian May, and The Rolling Stones. 15.) Born on this day in 1954, Jermaine Jackson, from the American family music group The Jackson 5. They were the first group to debut with four consecutive No.1 hits on the Hot 100 with the songs 'I Want You Back', 'ABC', 'The Love You Save', and 'I'll Be There'. And with The Jacksons, had the 1979 hit 'Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)'. 16.) Born on this day in 1958, Nikki Sixx, songwriter, radio host, and photographer, best known as the co-founder, bassist, and primary songwriter of the band Motley Crue. In 2002, he formed the hard rock supergroup Brides of Destruction with L.A. Guns guitarist Tracii Guns. His book The Heroin Diaries: A Year in the Life of a Shattered Rock Star was published in 2007. 17.) Born on this day in 1961, Darryl Jones, also known as "The Munch.’ American bassist who has played with The Rolling Stones since Bill Wyman's departure in 1993. Jones has also worked with Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Sting, Peter Gabriel, Madonna, Eric Clapton, and Joan Armatrading. 18.) Born on this day in 1962, American singer Curtis Williams, from Kool & The Gang. Their hit singles include 'Ladies' Night' (1979), the US No. 1 'Celebration' (1980), 'Get Down on It' (1981), 'Joanna' (1983), 'Misled' (1984), and 'Cherish' (1985). 19.) Born on this day in 1972, Easther Bennett, from British R&B girl group Eternal, who had the 1997 UK No.1 single 'I Wanna Be The Only One', and the 1993 UK No.2 album Always & Forever. They achieved 15 UK Top 20 hits between 1993 and 1999. 20.) Born on this day in 1981, Zacky Vengeance (Zachary James Baker), American guitarist and songwriter of Avenged Sevenfold, who had the 2010 US No.1 album Nightmare and the 2013 US No.1 album Hail to the King. Have a blessed day. Take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

Good Thursday morning, dear friend, today we are going to learn the meaning behind this 80's classic hit song by Starship. Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now, enjoy the music and the read. Looking in your eyes, I see a paradise This world that I’ve found is too good to be true Standing here beside you, want so much to give you As the familiar chords swell and the iconic verses of Starship’s ‘Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now’ course through the airwaves, there arises an insurmountable sense of unity and strength. In an era punctuated by rapid change and uncertainty, this 1987 anthem has become a timeless relic, evoking the power that comes from unwavering companionship and the indomitable will of the human spirit. Drawing from its lyrical prowess, the song remains a compelling study in the potency of love as a force for overcoming adversity. Digging beyond its catchy melody and soaring chorus, one finds a rich tapestry of hope, resilience, and commitment within the song’s verses. This analysis embarks on a journey through the layers of Starship’s hit, exploring its hidden meanings, the cultural context that birthed it, and the universal themes that have solidified its place in the hearts of listeners across generations. Released during a time of global tensions and the looming threat of change, ‘Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now’ served as an emotional balm to the masses. Its message of unity in the face of dissolution transcends the period in which it was born, becoming an enduring rallying cry for all who dare to dream amidst despondency. It is a musical testament to the enduring nature of confidence and companionship against the backdrop of a divided world. The song encapsulated the zeitgeist of the late 80s, marked by an unbridled optimism characteristic of the post-Cold War era. As borders melted and the world drew closer, the anthem championed the idea that psychic and physical walls could be torn down with the same fierce resolve.  On the surface, the lyrics present a love story, pure in its intent and grand in its expression. However, lurking beneath is an allegorical layer, pointing to the resilience needed to navigate life’s troubled waters. This song, in disarming simplicity, carries a profound philosophical weight, suggesting that ‘a paradise’ may not lie in perfection, but in the ability to persevere and thrive within imperfections. It’s about the decision to look beyond the chaos, recognizing that in unity there is strength. In the line ‘Let the world around us just fall apart,’ there’s a radical acceptance of flux and the choice to anchor oneself in something deeper and immutable—love. The power of ‘Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now’ is amplified by its portrayal of love as an epic odyssey. References to building dreams and standing strong forever echo ancient mythic themes, painting a modern-day picture of two lovers as heroes on a quest for eternal happiness. Starship’s lyrics invite listeners to embark on this odyssey alongside them, to find solace in the journey rather than the destination. The expanse between ‘standing here beside you’ and ‘standing strong forever’ is where love transforms from a fleeting feeling to a monument built to weather the ages. It underscores the transformative power of committed relationships, capable of giving meaning to life and turning the mundane into the mythical.  In the pantheon of music history, few lines have resonated as profoundly as the song’s chorus—’ And we can build this dream together, Standing strong forever, Nothing’s gonna stop us now.’ It artfully captures the essence of hope and solidarity, becoming both a personal dedication and a public declaration of resilience. This chorus became an anthem for not only lovers but also for friends, family, and even social movements. It encapsulates a spirit of collective determination that colors the song not just as a romantic ballad but as an all-encompassing emblem of the enduring human spirit. Decades after its release, the song continues to reverberate, finding new relevance in contemporary contexts. It has transcended its origins to become a beacon for those facing modern trials, from personal struggles to societal upheavals. ‘Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now’ has transformed into an intergenerational touchstone that signifies the relentless pursuit of one’s goals, in love or in life. Whether co-opted for political campaigns or covered by aspiring musicians, the song’s spirit refuses to be confined to the past. In the unyielding verses and triumphant chorus of Starship’s magnum opus, one finds a perpetual source of inspiration and a reminder of love’s power to triumph over any obstacle. (Source comes from Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now by Starship Lyrics Meaning - A Testament to Unyielding Love and Determination - Song Meanings and Facts) Have a blessed day. Take care, and GOD bless.    ... View more

@HunterPandora, very unique, for sure. Thank you for sharing that photo and for posting it here.  Take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

@AlyssaPandora, hello dear friend, I really like that song by Snoh Aalegra. Great choice. Take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

@MusicFan0692, yes, they are still with me. They are loved, fed, and happy. Take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more

@MusicFan0692, Hey Ari, welcome! Love that mix of Pop, Rock, and Country — it’s such a versatile combo. NF is a powerful choice too; his lyrics hit hard and really stand out across genres. Tampa must give you plenty of inspiration with its mix of culture and music scenes. Thumbprint Radio is such a cool feature — it’s like your personal soundtrack evolving with you. Since you’re into Pop right now, do you have a go-to artist or song that’s been on repeat lately? Always fun to swap favorites and discover new tracks together. Take care, and GOD bless.  ... View more