Today in Music History

[saturn]

On this day in 1965, Koko Taylor recorded "Wang Dang Doodle" for Checker in Chicago.

Happy Birthday to Joni Mitchell, who is 63 today.
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[breambob]

TY for this thread, sat. I love it ;)

[Staxsun]

Happy Birthday to Johnny Rivers born 11-7-42. Also, it's the birthday of Camille 'Lil' Bob of Lil Bob & the Lollipops.

[Staxsun]

Born November the 8th were Gerald Alston of the Manhattans, 1942, Bonnie Bramlett, 1944, and Bonnie Raitt, 1944. Happy Birthday to all. Since Minnie Riperton came up in the One-hit Wonders, this would have been her birthday as well. This also marks the day that James Booker died in 1983. I never got to see him. Another favorite who died on this date was Ivory Joe Hunter who died here in Memphis in 1974.

[saturn]

1967 - John Lennon's movie "How I Won the War" opened on this day. It was the first solo movie by a Beatle.
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1969 - "Wedding Bell Blues", by 'The 5th Dimension', peaked at #1 on the Billboard pop charts on this day.
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[eat_mo_crawfish]

My 2004 OZ calendar tells me that today is also the birfday of Clarence Williams and Roderick Paulin.

[Blitzzzzz]

1967 - John Lennon's movie "How I Won the War" opened on this day. It was the first solo movie by a Beatle.

Interesting side note, Lennon's movie was originally called "Oh, What a Lovely War?" The name was changed because it was deemed in "bad taste.":cool:

[saturn]

1963 - New Orleans native and 1950's and 1960's hitmaker, Antoine 'Fats' Domino hit the Billboard R&B charts on this day with the tune 'Red Sails In The Sunset'. This one was a #1 hit for Bing Crosby in the 1930's.



1967 - John Lennon graced the cover of the first published issue of Rolling Stone magazine on this day.

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And Happy Birthday to Tom Fogarty, Singer and musician for Creedence Clearwater Revival, who is 65 today.

[saturn]

1949 - Gene Autry receive a gold record for "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer".

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1979 - The 'Eagles' reached #1 with their hit "Heartache Tonight" on this day.

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And Happy Birthday to David Loggins (1947) and Greg Lake (1948)
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[saturn]

1944 - Frank Sinatra signed with Columbia Records and began a long and successful career with the label.

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1978 - Donna Summer hit the top of the charts on this day with the hit record "MacArthur Park".

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-- and Happy Birthday to Chris Dreja, guitarist for the rock group "The Yardbirds", who is 60 today.

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[saturn]

1917 - The red-light district of Storyville, New Orleans is closed down by the US Navy. This forces many ragtime and jazz musicians to leave the city seeking employment.

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1983 - "All Night Long" by Lionel Ritchie reached the top of the music charts.
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Happy Birthday to Brian Hyland, best known for "Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini". Age 63

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Happy Birthday also to Neil Young who is 61 today.

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[jodied]

I love this Saturn! I really missed this thread! I use it in my classroom everyday! :D

[Staxsun]

Also today is the birthdate of Pooch Tavares, 1949 and one of the blues greats Bukka White, 1906. On this date in 1988 we lost Vet Boswell of the Boswell Sisters.

[saturn]

Thanks for helping out on this thread.

I am going to be away this week -- to Victoria, BC for work :D

I hope you, or anyone else (Blitzzz??), will keep this thread going until next Sunday.

[ozzie]

The Doors celebrate 40 years
Sunday Nov 12 10:30 AEDT

http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=161295

[saturn]

1968 - The movie "Yellow Submarine" by the Beatles premiered in America on this day.

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1975 - "Feelings", the Polyester Lounge favorite, by Morris Albert went gold on this day.

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1976 - "Tonight's The Night" by Rod Stewart hit the top of the Billboard charts on this day.

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[Staxsun]

Born on November 13 was the great Blue Lu Barker (Louisa Dupont) in 1913. It is also the birthday of John Hammond, Jr, 1942, Idris Muhammad (Leo Morris), 1931, and Walter Kibby of Fishbone, 1964. Lost to us on this date were Washboard Sam in 1992 and Bill Doggett (Honky Tonk) in 1996. This was also the day when 'Michael Jackson Month' was declared in Lost Angeles in 1988.

[Blitzzzzz]

Born on November 13 was the great Blue Lu Barker (Louisa Dupont) in 1913. It is also the birthday of John Hammond, Jr, 1942, Idris Muhammad (Leo Morris), 1931, and Walter Kibby of Fishbone, 1964. Lost to us on this date were Washboard Sam in 1992 and Bill Doggett (Honky Tonk) in 1996. This was also the day when 'Michael Jackson Month' was declared in Lost Angeles in 1988.

"Don't you feel my leg. Don't you feel my leg! Cause if you feel my leg, you're gonna feel my thigh! And if you feel my thigh, you're gonna make me high.....":cool:

[Blitzzzzz]

1992, Ronnie Bond of The Troggs died. http://www.thisdayinmusic.com/graphics/spacer.gif1973, Jerry Lee Lewis Jr was killed in a car accident near Hernando, Mississippi. Lewis had been working as the drummer in his father's band. http://www.thisdayinmusic.com/graphics/spacer.gif:cool:

[Staxsun]

November 14-- Sonny & Cher reunite on 'Late Nite With David Letterman on NBC-TV,1987. Michael Jackson marries his former nurse and the mother of his child (it lasts three years. Stephen Bishop is 55. It's the birthday of Carey Bell, 1936, Buckwheat Zydeco(Stanley Dural, Jr.), 1947, and Ellis Marsalis, 1934. Other birthdays include Wendy Carlos, 1939, Joseph Simmons (Run of Run DMC), 1964, Brian Yale (Matchbox 20), 1968, and Adina Howard, 1975. Born on this date in 1954 was the unlikely trio of Anson Funderburgh, Condoleezza Rice and Yanni. Lost to us on this date was Teddy Riley in 1992.

[Staxsun]

November the 15th - The Jefferson Airplane record 'Somebody to Love' in 1966. Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones is hospitalized in Chicago with a 104 degree fever and misses three days of the Stones American tour in 1964. Elvis Presley's film 'Love Me Tender' premieres in New York City, 1956. Today is the birthday of Petula Clark who is 74, Anni-Frid Lyngstadt of Abba is 61. C.W. McCall (Convoy) is 78 today. Ol' Dirty Bastard (Wu-Tang Clan) born 1968. Born on this date, Clyde McPhatter, 1932, Little Willie John, and Joe Hinton, 1929. Lost to us this date was Wallace 'Cheese' Read in 1981.

[ozzie]

Today the song "Lady" by Kenny Rogers topped the charts and stayed there for 6 weeks. (1980)

[Fables of Faubus]

...and what a long three weeks that was!:D


Actually, I don't even remember this one.:confused: In 1980, I was listening to the B-52s, Blondie, The Ramones, John Hiatt, The Blasters, Herman Brood, Ian Drury & the Blockheads, Graham Parker, The Clash, Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, The Pretenders, Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, Brian Eno, John Cale, Bob Marley, The Rolling Stones, the Talking Heads, etc....

I mean, six weeks. D'OH! What was I thinking?

[ozzie]

That's why I whispered!

[Staxsun]

On this date a life-sized statue of Sonny Bono was unveiled in Palm Springs California where he once was mayor, 2001. Mike Love's brother, Stan, is sentenced to five years probation for embezzelling $300,000 from the Beach Boys in 1988. Chi Coltrane ("Thunder and Lightning")is 58 today. Garnet Mimms ("Cry Baby") is 72. On this date in 1955, the Four Lads record "No, Not Much". Born on this date were Bois Sec Ardoin in 1916, Diana Krall in 1964, W. C.Handy in 1873, Blue Lovett (Manhattans) in 1943, Dan Penn in 1941, and the great Hubert Sumlin in 1931. Lost to us on this day in 1980 was O.V. Wright.

[Staxsun]

Gordon Lightfoot is 68 today. On this date in 1990, David Crosby breaks his ankle, leg and shoulder in a motorcycle crash. Elton John records a live performance at a NYC radio station, later released as 11-17-70 album, 1970. Meatloaf collapses onstage in London and undergoes heart surgery to cure an irregular heartbeat, 2003. The Animals record "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood", 1964. Aretha Franklin gives a royal command performance for Queen Elizabeth in London in 1980. Other folks born on this date include RuPaul in 1960, Gene Clark of the Byrds in 1941, bluesman Jack Owens in 1904, Jim Babjak of the Smithereens, Ben Wilson (Blues Traveler), 1967, Martin Barre of Jethro Tull, 1946, and Jeff Buckley in 1966. Lost to us on this date were James P. Johnson (piano, Bessie Smith) in 1955 and Arthur Conley ("Sweet Soul Music") in 2003.

[Staxsun]

The first live rock concert is streamed on the internet (twenty minutes of the Rolling Stones) in 1994. Ricky Nelson records "Stood Up", 1957. Mick Jagger and then-wife Jerri Hall legally separate in 1998. The Spiral Staircase begins recording "More Today than Yesterday", 1968. Among those born on this date are Hank Ballard, 1927, Melvin Lastie, 1930, the rapper Fabulous, 1977, Graham Parker, 1950, Johnny Mercer, 1909, John McFee (Doobie Brothers), 1953, Michael Ramos (BoDeans), 1958, and John Parr, 1954. Among those who died on this date are Doug Sahm in 1999, Cab Calloway in 1994, Shirley Bergeron in 1995, and Little Junior Parker in 1971.

[saturn]

Thanks to Staxsun and Blitzz and all for keeping the thread going! :D

1950 - New Orleans native and hitmaker, Antoine 'Fats' Domino hit the Billboard R&B charts on this day with the tune 'Every Night About This Time'.

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1967 - "To Sir With Love", by LuLu, began its final week at #1 on the Billboard charts.

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[saturn]

In 1961, "The Twist", by Chubby Checker, reached #1 on the charts.
Come on baby let's do the twist

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Tommy Dorsey was born on this dayin 1905. Trombonist and bandleader and was a hot player at heart, having recorded a few hot sides by 1927 and continued to play with smaller ensembles throughout his career. During the 1930's after the break-up of the Dorsey Brothers Orchestra Tommy formed his own group from the remnants of the old Joe Haymes' Orchestra. Tommy died in 1956.

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[saturn]

The "Theme From Shaft" garnered #1 chart honors for Isaac Hayes on this day in 1971.

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Duane Allman was born on this day in 1946. He was the guitarist for rock and blues group "The Allman Brothers Band". He went from musical unknown to become one of rock's most revered guitar virtuosos, only to die a legend, all in about 24 months. He died in 1971.

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Celebrating his birthday today is Joe Walsh of the Eagles, age 59.

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[saturn]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DR. JOHN
Malcolm (Mac) Rebennach, better known as Dr. John, is 65 today. The good Doctor of New Orleans Funk was born in 1941.

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In less exalted news from November 21st ---

"I Think I Love You", by 'The Partridge Family', climbed to #1 on the Billboard charts on this day in 1970
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"Physical" by Olivia Newton John began a long run at the top of the pop music charts in 1981
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'Mony Mony (Live)' put Billy Idol in the #1 position on the Billboard Top 40 charts on this day in 1987
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[Amy Winette]

I love your visual updates Kath! Happy bday good Doc!

[Staxsun]

More tidbits for November 21 - Happy Birthday to Bjork, 1965, Steven Curtis Chapman, 1962, David Porter, 1941, Andrew Love, 1941, Terry Lewis, 1956, and Livingston Taylor, 1950. Others born on this date include Coleman Hawkins, 1901, Lloyd Glenn, 1909, and Buck Ram, 1907. Allan Sherman of "Hello, Mudduh, Hello Faddah" fame died on this date in 1973.

[saturn]

Allan Sherman of "Hello, Mudduh, Hello Faddah" fame died on this date in 1973.

As a camp kid, I always loved that song. :o

[saturn]

Happy Birthday to Steve Van Zandt, well-known guitarist in his own right, performing as a founding member of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band as well as with his own band Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul. He also was well-known as the character Silvio, on the Sopranos.

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In 1975, KC & the Sunshine Band reached the #1 spot on the pop charts on this day with "That's The Way (I Like It)".

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Oh, that's the way, uh-huh uh-huh,
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh.
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh,
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh.
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh,
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh.
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh,
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh.

[Staxsun]

I'm graphically and technically challenged, but I do have some more music notes for November 22. On this date Elvis Presley signed to RCA Records in 1955 for the ungodly sum of $40,000. Simon & Garfunkel appear (as Tom and Jerry) on American Bandstand in 1957. Bobby Vee, Dick and DeeDee, and Dale & Grace wave to President Kennedy ouside their rehearsal hall in Dallas just minutes before he's assassinated in 1963. Happy Birthdays are in order form Jesse Colin Young, 65, Tina Weymouth (Talking Heads), 56, and Angela Strehli, 61. Also born on this date were Hoagy Carmichael, 1899. and Terry Stafford ("Suspicion") in 1941. Lost to us on this date in 1995 was zydeco accordionist Ambrose Sam. He was the first person I remember seeing at Jazzfest who passed away.

[saturn]

Simon & Garfunkel appear (as Tom and Jerry) on American Bandstand in 1957.

I sure didn't know that -- Tom & Jerry :rolleyes:

Thanks for adding more to this thread, Stax

[saturn]

In 1903. Famed Italian tenor, Enrico Caruso, mad his debut in the US on this day. He sang in "Rigoletto" at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York.
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In 1991, Michael Bolton topped the charts on this day with 'When A Man Loves A Woman'.
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Happy Birthday to Freddy Marsden, drummer for Gerry and the Pacemakers (age 66) and Bruce Hornsby, age 51.

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[saturn]

"Lonely Teardrops", by Jackie Wilson, was released on this day in 1958
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In 1979, Barbra Steisand/Donna Summer hit gold and the #1 spot on the pop charts on this day with "No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)".

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Scott Joplin was born on this dayin 1868 - King of Ragtime - Composed over 60 songs including "Maple Leaf Rag", and "The Entertainer". Although Joplin's music was popular and he received modest royalties during his lifetime, he did not receive recognition as a serious composer for more than fifty years after his death. After suffering deteriorating health due to syphilis that he contracted some years earlier, Joplin died on April 1, 1917 in Manhattan State Hospital.

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[Staxsun]

More for November 24 - Young Rascals begin recording "Good Lovin'" in 1965. Little Richard officiates at Cyndi Lauper's wedding in 1991. Happy Birthday to Lee Michaels, 1945, Pete Best (the Beatle who didn't make any money), 1941, Duck Dunn of Booker T. & the MGs, 1941, Wayne Jackson (Memphis Horns), 1942, and Tommy Allsup of the Crickets is 74. Also born on this date were Pachelbel back in 1690 and Teddy Wilson in 1912. Some music greats have died on this date including Albert Collins in 1993, Big Joe Turner in 1985, Junior Walker in 1995, and Freddie Mercury in 1991.

[saturn]

NOVEMBER 25TH

Rock Around the Clock", by Bill Haley and the Comets, hit #1 on the music charts in Great Britain on this day in 1955

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'Strawberry Alarm Clock' hit #1 on the pop charts with "Incense And Peppermints" on this day in 1967

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Birthdays today:
Percy Sledge, 66 and Amy Grant, 46

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[Staxsun]

I love this thread, too. I hope you don't mind me throwing extra stuff into the mix. More for November 25 - Happy Birthday to Bill Morrissey, 1951, Joseph Chavis, 1967, Bob Lind, 1944, and Stacy Lattisaw, 1966. Also born on this date were Etta Jones, 1928, June Christy, 1925, and Paul Desmond, 1924. On this date in 1976, the Band performed their Last Waltz concert at San Francisco's Winterland. In 1968, the Beatles release the "White Album". In 1969, John Lennon returned his Member of the British Empire medal to protest Britain's involvement in Biafra and Vietnam. Lost to us on this date was the man with real happy feet, Bill 'Bojangles' Robinson in 1040.

[saturn]

Thanks for joining in. It is great to have someone besides me adding in to this thread.

[Amy Winette]

I enjoy reading it even if I don't have any info to add :)

[saturn]

1955 - "Tennesee" Ernie Ford climbed to #1 on the pop charts with the single "Sixteen Tons" on this day.

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1968 - Cream played their farewell concert at the Royal Albert Hall, London. Also on the bill were Yes and Taste.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ----

Robert Goulet (famous Canadian alert! )- age 73
Tina Turner - age 68

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[ScoopJohnD]

I enjoy reading it even if I don't have any info to add :)

Whaddya mean you don't have anything to add? You can add MORE COWBELL!!!

[Amy Winette]

Ha, well true dat. Wonder what day that skit first aired . . . .

[saturn]

Jimi Hendrix was born on this day in 1942. Legendary rock and blues guitarist and singer in the 60's and early 70's. - "Purple Haze" and "Foxy Lady". He died of drug related causes in 1970.

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In 1962, The Beatles recorded 'Twist and Shout', 'Love Me Do' and 'P.S. I Love You' at the BBC Paris studio on Regent Street, London. The tracks were aired on the BBC Light Programme 'Talent Spot.'

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Happy Birthday to Eddie Rabbitt, 65

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[Staxsun]

More for November 27 - Stevie Wonder and Paul McCartney join onstage at Paul's concert in Los Angeles to sing "Ebony & Ivory" together in 1989. "Grease" opens on Broadway in 1972. Brian Wilson appears on Saturday Night Live in 1976. Elvis Presley's "Fun in Acapulco" opens in 1963. More Happy Birthdays to Randy Brecker (Brecker Brothers), 1945,and Nesuhi Ertegun, 1947. Also born on this date were Al Jackson, Jr., 1935, and Bobby Forrester, 1947. Lost to us on this date was Barbara Acklin in 1998.

[saturn]

The Shangri-Las' hit "The Leader Of The Pack" moved into the #1 position on the Billboard pop charts on this day in 1965.

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"The Time Of My Life", by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes, from the movie "Dirty Dancing", went to #1 on the Top 40 charts on this day in 1987.

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(OK - I know that is not a picture of Bill Medles and Jennifer Warnes, but I liked this one better --- I love this movie! :o)

Happy Birthday to Randy Newman, age 63 - singer, songwriter, Composer of "Louisiana 1927". Once hailed as the greatest songwriter alive by Paul McCartney.

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[Staxsun]

Also on November 28 - John Lennon's last stage appearance is at an Elton John concert at Madison Square Garden in 1974. Aretha Franklin sues a tabloid for $50 million over their story claiming she had a drinking problem in 2001. Happy Birthday to Bruce Channel, 66, R.B. Greaves, 62, Gato Barbieri, 72, Paul Shaffer, 57, Barry Gordy,Jr., 77, apl.de.ap. of the Blackeyed Peas, 32, and Gary Edwards (ceo of Sound of New Orleans Records), 65. Also born on this date was Jose Iturbi in 1895. Lost to us on this date were Don Addrisi in 1984, Wayne Bennett in 1992, and Alexander 'Papa George' Lightfoot in 1971.

[rosetree]

....1974...I was 16 and had tickets to go and see Elton John @ the Garden. It was Thanksgiving Day and my Mom told me if I went that I shouldn't come home (I think that she was kidding , but I wasn't going to press the issue). I found out later that John Lennon made his appearance...and his last public concert. They sang "Whatever Gets You Through the Night" "I Saw Her Standing There" and "Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds". Damn... I should have gone and forced my Mom's hand, I'm sure she would have let me come home!:D ;)
p.s. did you know that Elton is Sean Lennon's godfather?

[saturn]

Happy Birthday to John Mayall, the elder statesman of British blues, who is 73 today.
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(Saw him perform at Windsor Bluesfest 2005 - he is still amazing and going strong!)

Happy Birthday as well to Dr. Michael White, age 52. - Traditional jazz clarinetist from New Orleans

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Also celebrating a birthday today is Chuck Mangione, who is 66.
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And in music history ---
"You Give Love A Bad Name" put Bon Jovi in the #1 position on the Billboard pop charts on this day in 1986.
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[Amy Winette]

Shot through the heart, and you're to blame . . .

(ear worm, ear worm!)

[Staxsun]

I really hate doing things twice, but I'm going to do this again anyway. More for November 29 - In 1966, the Beatles finally finish recording "Strawberry Fields Forever" after four weeks of work. In 2000, Chuck Berry is sued by Johnnie Johnson alledging he wrote the music for 52 of Chuck's songs. The suit was later thrown out due to the passing of too many years. Happy Birthdays to Felix Cavaliere of the Rascals, 62, Denny Doherty of the Mamas and Papas, 65, Meco ("Star Wars Theme"), 67, Barry Goudreau (Boston), 55, and Michael Dempsey of the Cure, 48. Also born on this date were Nat Perilliat in 1936, Merle Travis in 1917, and Billy Strayhorn in 1915. Lost to us on this date were George Harrison in 2001 and Ray Smith in 1979.

[saturn]

In 1968, Glen Campbell started a five-week run at No. 1 on the US album chart with 'Wichita Lineman.'

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In 1971, Sly And The Family Stone were at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Family Affair'

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Happy Birthday today to the "world's oldest teenager", Dick Clark, who is 77 today. He was host of US TV's longest running music show American Bandstand.

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[Staxsun]

November 30 - Lots of birthdays today. Happy Birthday to Billy Idol, 51, Des'ree, 35, Noel Stookey, 69, Clay Aiken, 28, Mindy McCready, 31, Stacey Q, 48, Smokin Joe Kubek, 50, and Mike Morgan, 50. Also born on this date were Abbie Hoffman in 1936, Luther Ingram in 1944, Jimmy Bowen in 1937, Brownie McGhee in 1915, June Pointer in 1954, Gordon Parks in 1912, Shuggie Otis in 1953, Bennie Moten in 1906, and Robert Nighthawk in 1909. Lost to us on this date were Chicken George in 1986 and Tiny Tim in 1996.

[saturn]

Lost to us on this date were Chicken George in 1986 and Tiny Tim in 1996.

:eek: Tiny Tim -- that brings back memories. I remember seeing his wedding on the Johnny Carson show.

[Staxsun]

:eek: Tiny Tim -- that brings back memories. I remember seeing his wedding on the Johnny Carson show.

Me, too. They say that their child has changed her name and lives somewhere in the northeast. Something truly unique about that relationship.

[saturn]

:eek: Is it December already?!

In 1990, Whitney Houston ascended to the top spot on the pop charts on this day with the hit "I'm Your Baby Tonight"
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Lou Rawls was born on this date in 1935. Well known pop singer - "You'll Never Find another Love like Mine". He died on January 6, 2006.

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Happy Birthday to Bette Midler, age 61, singer and performer for more that 3 decades, she's known for portraying Janis Joplin in the movie "The Rose", and for singing the Rosemary Clooney songbook.

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[Staxsun]

More for December 1 - Speaking of Bette Midler, she celebrated her 30th birthday in 1975 by having an emergency appendectomy. Bobby Darin marries Sandra Dee in 1960. Ricky Nelson becomes the first rock and roller on the cover of Life magazine in 1958. Sly Stone is sentenced to 55 days in jail for DUI of cocaine in 1989. Buddy Holly, Sam Cooke and the Rays all make their national TV debut on the "Ed Sullivan Show" in 1957. Happy Birthdays are in order to Gilbert O'Sullivan,60, Sandy Nelson, 68, Billy Paul ("Me & Mrs. Jones", 72, John Densmore of the Doors, 61, Jaco Pastorius, 55, Kim Richey, 50, Julee Cruise, 50, and Eric Bloom of Blue Oyster Cult, 62. This was also the birthday of Richard Pryor, born in 1940. Lost to us on this date were Carter Stanley of the Stanley Brothers in 1966, Alvin Ailey, Jr. in 1984, James Baldwin in 1987, Lee Dorsey in 1986, music publisher Fred Rose in 1954, and Magic Sam in 1969.

[Amy Winette]

YAY, Whitney has finally dumped Bobby and is cleaning up for a come back. I can't wait. She was my first favorite, bought all her tapes in the 80s/90s, she was just too much of a talent to disappear into obscurity like that . . .

[Staxsun]

YAY, Whitney has finally dumped Bobby and is cleaning up for a come back. I can't wait. She was my first favorite, bought all her tapes in the 80s/90s, she was just too much of a talent to disappear into obscurity like that . . .

I remember the first time I heard that album. I was disc-jockeying in a nightclub at the time. She just impressed me as an incredible talent with a voice that was a gift. I had always been a fan of her mother, but she was even better. I hope she is serious about it. She's been wasting that talent for far too long.

[saturn]

The Monkees found themselves at #1 again with their smash "Daydream Believer" in 1967
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In 1978, Barbra Streisand and Neil Diamond did a duet that brought them to the top of the pop charts on this day. The tune was "You Don't Bring Me Flowers".

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Dr Peter Carl Goldmarkwas born on this day in 1906. He invented the long-playing microgroove record in 1945. The invention went on to revolutionise the way people listened to music. Goldmark was Killed in a car crash on 7th December 1977.

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Happy Birthday to Louisiana native, Britney Spears, age 25.

http://www.celebopedia.com/spears/images/britney_spears.JPG

[Staxsun]

A few more things for December 2 - Cindy Birdsong of the Supremes is kidnapped, but escapes unharmed in 1969. Dreamgirls opens on Broadway in 1981. Kris Kristofferson marries Rita Coolidge in 1979. Ringo Starr's tonsils are removed in London causing him to miss part of the Beatles' Australian tour in 1964. Lynn Anderson is charged with drunk driving after being found passed out behind the wheel of her car in Denton Texas in 2004. It is also the birthday of Nelly Furtado who is 28 and Michael McDonald who is 54.

[saturn]

Today, in 1966, New Orleans native singer and member of the Neville Brothers, Aaron Neville, reached the Billboard R&B charts as a solo performer on this day with the classic song "Tell It Like It Is".

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And in 1979, a concert by The Who at The Riverfront Coliseum, Cincinnati, turned to disaster when 11 members of the audience were trampled to death after a stampede to claim unreserved seats.

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Happy Birthday to Ozzy Osbourne, who is 58, and Andy Williams, who is 76. Who would've thought these two would share a birthday?!

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[Staxsun]

Happy Birthday to Ozzy Osbourne, who is 58, and Andy Williams, who is 76. Who would've thought these two would share a birthday?!

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-1/86486/ozzy.jpg http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-1/86486/KCGNB-AndyW.jpg


Who wouldv'e thought Ozzie would still be having birthdays?

[saturn]

Who wouldv'e thought Ozzie would still be having birthdays?

True, that. :D

[saturn]

"Turn! Turn! Turn!" by The Byrds reached the top of the Billboard Top 40 charts on this day in 1965
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In 1988, Roy Orbison played his final ever gig when he appeared in Cleveland, Ohio. Orbison died of a heart attack two days later.
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Chris Hillman, of the Byrds, celebrates his 64th birthday today.
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Happy Birthday to Dennis Wilson, singer, drummer and keyboardist for the Beach Boys, age 62.
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[Staxsun]

Dennis Wilson would have been 62 except for that water thing. More for December 4 - Led Zeppelin officially disbands in 1980. The "Million Dollar Quartet" (Elvis, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Johnny Cash) record an impromptu session at Sun Records in Memphis in 1956. Gene Chandler's "Duke of Earl" released in 1961. Happy Birthday to Gary Rossington, 55, Cassandra Wilson, 51, Southside Johnny, 58, Jay Z, 36. and Freddy Cannon, 66. Also born on this date were Lee Dorsey in 1926, and Little Jimmy King in 1964. Lost to us on this date were Melvin Lastie in 1972, Frank Zappa in 1993, Tommy Bolin in 1976, and Rabon Delmore of the Delmore Brothers in 1952.

[saturn]

Dennis Wilson would have been 62 except for that water thing.

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-1/86486/KKJZE-error.gif

Apparently, it was way too early this morning when I was posting.

As Stax says, Dennis Wilson would have been 62 today. He drowned while diving around his boat in late 1983.

[saturn]

In 1987, Belinda Carlisle went to No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Heaven Is A Place On Earth', the ex Go-Go's member first solo No.1.

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"Ringo" by Lorne Greene went to the top of the Billboard charts on this day in 1964

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/1/17/Lorn12.jpg/200px-Lorn12.jpg


They said my speed was next to none
but my lightning draw had just begun
when I heard a blast that stunned my wrist
The gun went flying from my fist
and I was looking down the bore
of the deadly 44
of Ringo


Happy Birthday to "Little Richard" Penniman, age 74, singer of "Good Golly Miss Molly". One of the original rock & roll greats, he merged the fire of gospel with New Orleans R&B, pounding the piano and wailing with gleeful abandon.

http://www.fiftiesweb.com/allwall/little-richard.jpg

Also celebrating a birthday today is JJ Cale, age 68, best-known for writing "After Midnight" and "Cocaine"

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[saturn]

In 2003, Elvis Costello married jazz artist Diana Krall in a ceremony at Elton John's UK mansion. About 150 guests, including Sir Paul McCartney, attended the wedding. It was Costello's third marriage.

http://celebritybabyscoop.typepad.com/celebrity_baby_scoop/images/elvis_costello_1.jpg

In 1969, New Orleans, Louisiana native sons, The Meters, made it to the Billboard R&B charts on this day with the classic "Look-Ka Py Py".

http://bluestormmusic.com/store/images/meters_look-ka-pyLP.gif


Celebrating birthdays today:

Dave Brubeck, age 86 and Peter Buck, guitarist for R.E.M., age 50

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[Staxsun]

More for December 6 - In 1969, Hell's Angels acting as security guards kill a man holding a gun (and three others die as well) as the Rolling Stones play a concert in Altamont, California. The Eagles tape a video for country star Travis Tritt's version of "Take It Easy", which leads to the group's reunion in 1993. A Happy Birthday to Frankie Beverly born in 1938, and Steve Alaimo who is 67. Also born on this date were Ira Gershwin in 1896 and Willie Hutch in 1944. Lost to us on this date were Leadbelly (Huddie Ledbetter) in 1949, and Roy Orbison in 1988.

[saturn]

The Singing Nun, Souer Sourire, broke into Billboards #1 position on this day with the hit '"Dominique" in 1963.

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In 1991, "Achtung Baby" by U2 debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's pop albums chart.

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Harry Chapin was born on this day in 1942. His career as a popular singer and songwriter was cut short by an auto accident in 1981, yet he left behind a series of recordings (Taxi, Cats the the Cradle) that his fans continue to treasure decades after his death.
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Happy Birthday to Tom Waits, 1949, age 57.

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[Staxsun]

More for December 7 - Speaking of Harry Chapin, on this date in 1987, six years after his death, Harry Chapin receives a posthumous Congressional Medal of Honor for his work in fighting hunger. Eric Burdon disbands the Animals in 1968. Michael Jackson testifies in a Chicago courtroom that he, not an Illinois man, wrote "The Girl is Mine" (he wins) in 1984. Happy Birthday to Aaron Carter, 19 and Bent Fabric, 82. Also born on this date were Louis Prima in 1911, and Boyd Bennett in 1924. Lost to us this date were Tommy Cogbill in 1982 and Dee Clark in 1990.

[saturn]

In 1961, the Beach Boys first single 'Surfin' was released on Candix Records, a small label based in Los Angeles.

http://www.jfkmontreal.com/john_lennon/graphics/BeachBoys.jpg



In 1980, this was one of the saddest days in Rock & Roll history as a deranged fan shot and killed pacifist rock star and ex-beatle John Lennon in Central Park, NY.

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Jim Morrison was born on this day in 1943. Legendary singer for the Doors. He is one of the most legendary and influential figures in rock & roll history. he was found dead in his bathtub on July 3, 1971, the victim of an apparent heart attack. Morrison was buried in the Poets' Corner of Pere Lachaise Cemetery in Paris, an area shared by Balzac, Moliere, and Oscar Wilde.
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/3/34/Jimmorrison2.jpg/180px-Jimmorrison2.jpg


Happy Birthday today to Gregg Allman, who is 59.

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[Staxsun]

More for December 8 - It's been a while since I was a very active record collector, but I believe "Surfin" was first released on a label called X before it was on Candix. In 1963, Frank Sinatra Jr. was kidnapped (but returned safely). Jimi Hendrix is acquitted of drug charges in Toronto in 1969. Four months after the death of Uncle Jerry Garcia, the Grateful Dead officially disband in 1995. Fabian visits Elvis Presley at Graceland and lends Elvis his pants when the King rips his demonstrating karate in 1960. Happy Birthday to Jerry Butler, 67, Sinead O'Connor, 40, James Galway, 67, and Johnny Otis, 85. Also born on this date were Sammy Davis Jr., 1925, and Jimmy Smith, 1928 (another I saw only at JF). Lost to us on this date were Julia Lee in 1958, Big Walter Horton in 1980, and Marty Robbins in 1982.

[saturn]

"A Love Supreme" was recorded by John Coltrane on this day in 1964. It's a spiritual statement about his recovery from drug addiction.

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"I Am Woman" won Helen Reddy the top spot on the Billboard charts on this day in 1972.

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Happy Birthday today to:

Donny Osmond, age 49 and Jakob Dylan, age 37.

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[Staxsun]

On this date in 1992, Bill Wyman retires from the Rolling Stones. Jim Morrison is arrested for breach of the peace in New Haven CT in 1967. Bobby Darin is the mystery guest on "What's My Line" in 1962. The first Supremes album, "Meet the Supremes" is released in 1963. Happy Birthday to George Baker, 62, Joan Armatrading, 56, Dan Hicks, 65, Rick Danko, 63, and Jay Traynor (Jay & the Americans),63. Also born on this date were Jessie Hill in 1932, and Junior Wells in 1934. Lost to us on this date was Sonny Til of the Orioles in 1981.

[saturn]

And on a weird historical note:

In 1988, according to a poll released in the US, the music of Neil Diamond was favoured as the best background music for sex, Beethoven was the second choice and Luther Vandross was voted third.

So, everyone, what is your idea for the best background music for sex? No points awarded for voting for "Bolero" :p

[Staxsun]

And on a weird historical note:

In 1988, according to a poll released in the US, the music of Neil Diamond was favoured as the best background music for sex, Beethoven was the second choice and Luther Vandross was voted third.

So, everyone, what is your idea for the best background music for sex? No points awarded for voting for "Bolero" :p

I was thinking maybe Chuck Berry? I'd say Barry White or Dusty Springfield. You mean Beatoften was really the second choice?

[saturn]

I was thinking maybe Chuck Berry? I'd say Barry White or Dusty Springfield. You mean Beatoften was really the second choice?

It must have been the da-da-da-daaaaa! :D

[Amy Winette]

Hmm, I think it was Ozomatli for the kids in front of last night who needed to GET A ROOM! Or maybe that was the e . . .

[Amy Winette]

I'm surprised Barry White wasn't on that list. Too cheesey?

[breambob]

Also lost on this date was Otis Redding in 1967, in a mysterious plane crash. A huge tragedy at only age 26, especially after his breakout that year with "Dock of the Bay" and his performance at the Monterey Pop Festival.

As for music and sex, I'm trying to jog my memory. I remember Zenyatta Mondatta was very good. Been awhile, I guess...

[Staxsun]

Actually, Mac, "Dock of the Bay" was a posthumous hit. He had recorded it just a day or two prior to the crash. There was pressure from Atlantic for the Stax people to hurry out a single on Otis. Steve Cropper had to master a final version while grieving for his friend. He remembered that Otis in one of his early versions had done a seagull call before he started a version with just vocal and acoustic guitar. Cropper got the sound effect from a local recording service and put it in the front of the single. Also killed in the crash were all but two of the Bar-Kays. Founding member James Alexander was taking a later plane to the gig. He's still with the band to this day. The only person to survive the crash was trumpeter Ben Cauley of the Bar-Kays (he also appeared later on sessions like the Doobies 'Minute by Minute'). Ben was the only person on the plane who could not swim, but was the only one to live. He was asleep at the time of the crash and woke up in the middle of a lake holding on to something that floated. One of the most chilling things I've ever seen was the pieces of the plane at the Rock an Roll Hall of Fame. I didn't know they existed until I saw them last summer. I was forced to sit down.

[breambob]

TY for the correction, ss. But HEY ! I didn't get Monterey Pop mixed up with Woodstock. Some days I'm tired and confused, other daze I'm just confused :)

[saturn]

In 1983, the song "Say, Say, Say" by Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson topped the charts and stayed there for 6 weeks.

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And on the same day, Keith Richards married 27-year old Patti Hansen on his 40th birthday.

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In 1999, Rick Danko guitarist and singer with The Band died in his sleep aged 57.

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Happy Birthday to Meg White, of The White Stripes, age 32.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/nottingham/music/2004/01/images/white_stripes_nottingham_300.jpg

[And, according to my sources, today is the 39th anniversary of Otis Redding's death in a plane crash.]

[saturn]

The Marvelettes reached the top of the Billboard charts on this day with their hit "Please Mr. Postman" in 1961.

http://www.delafont.com/music_acts/Music_Images/m-arvelettes2.jpg


"Mickey", by Toni Basil, reached the #1 position in the pop music charts on this day in 1982. Hey Mickey you're so fine……...

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/d/de/Tony_Basil_-_Mickey_picture_cover.jpg/180px-Tony_Basil_-_Mickey_picture_cover.jpg


Birthdays today: Brenda Lee, 62 and Jermaine Jackson, 51

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[Staxsun]

Carlos Santana performs at the Nobel Peace Prize concert in Oslo Norway in 2002. The first U.S. Genesis concert is held at Brandeis University near Boston in 1972. The Coasters record "Charlie Brown" in 1958. Happy Birthdays to Mos Def, 33, David Gates of Bread, 66, Cosy Sheridan, 42, Booker T. Jones, 62, Nikki Sixx, 48, McCoy Tyner, 68, and Arthur Lee Maye of the Crowns, 72. Also born on this date were Perez Prado in 1916, Big Mama Thornton in 1926, and Benny Spellman in 1931. Lost to us on this date was Sam Cooke in 1964.

[saturn]

In 1984, a group of 38 British musicians known as Band Aid recorded "Do They Know this is Christmas" for famine victims.

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Frank Sinatra was born on this day in 1915. He was one the most important popular music figure of the 20th century. In a professional career that lasted 60 years, he demonstrated a remarkable ability to maintain his appeal and pursue his musical goals despite often countervailing trends. He got the nickname "Chairman of the Board". He died in 1998.

http://www.joegirardmusic.com/images/Frank-Sinatra.jpg

Happy Birthday to Connie Francis, age 68, and Dionne Warwick, age 66.

http://www.curtinfm.com/originals/connie%20francis.jpg http://www.votolatino.com.ar/2003/fotos/dionne.jpg

[Staxsun]

On this date in 1957, Jerry Lee Lewis marries his second cousin Myra (his divorce from his previous marriage isn't final). Mick Taylor leaves the Rolling Stones in 1974. Mick Jagger receives knighthood in 2003. A Portland Oregon disk jockey is fired for playing Elvis Presley's "White Christmas" on-air in 1957. Filming begins on Diana Ross' "Lady Sings the Blues" movie in 1971. Happy Birthday to Hank Williams III, 34, Alex Acuna, 62, Dickey Betts, 63, Tim Hauser of the Manhattan Transfer, 64, Cy Curnan of the Fixx, 49, and Sheila E (Escovedo), 49. Also born on this date were Tony Williams (drummer), in 1945, Robin Tyner of MC5 in 1944, Joe Williams in 1918, Lonesome Sundown in 1928, John Weston in 1927, and Grover Washington Jr. in 1943. Lost to us on this date were Clifton Chenier in 1987 and Mildred Bailey in 1951.

[saturn]

Louis Armstrong recorded the song "Rockin' Chair" with Hoagy Carmichael for columbia Records on this day in 1929.

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Former Beatle, George Harrison and Billy Preston had lunch with President Gerald Ford on this day in 1974

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In 1999, the performing rights group BMI proclaims the most-performed song of the century is the Righteous Brothers' 1965 No. 1 "You've Lost That Loving Feeling."

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Happy Birthday today to Ted Nugent, who is 57.

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[Staxsun]

On this date in 1961, the Beatles sign with manager Brian Epstein (though Epstein never signs the contract). Jimi Hendrix records "Foxy Lady" in 1966. Phil Collins guest stars on "Miami Vice" in 1985. Happy Birthday to John Anderson, 52, Buck White of the Whites, 76, Steve Forbert, 52, Skunk Baxter, 58, Lurrie Bell, 48, Sherman Washington, 81, Lucky Peterson, 42, Tom Verlaine, 57, John Davidson, 65, and Morris Day, 49. Lost to us on this date were Doctor Daddy-O (Vernon Winslow) in 1993, Pigmeat Markham in 1981, and Zal Yanovsky of the Lovin Spoonful in 2002.

[saturn]

In 1968, Marvin Gaye scored his first US No.1 single when "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" started a five-week run at the top.

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In 1971, The MC5's manager John Sinclair was released from prison after Michigan relaxed its drug penalties. Sinclair had been sentenced to ten years in prison for possession of two marijuana joints. [He lived in New Orleans for some years, and currently lives in Amsterdam.]
http://www.johnsinclair.us/10for2/index.php

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Charlie Rich was born on this day in 1932. Known as "The Silver Fox", he was most famous for the song "Behind closed Doors". He passed away in 1995.

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Happy Birthday to Dave Clark (of the Dave Clark Five), age 64.

http://www.nndb.com/people/441/000024369/daveclark.jpg

See a Dave Clark Five clip here ----
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqxOYFwLRL4

[Staxsun]

On this date in 1998, Billy Preston pleads guilty to insurance fraud. Chad & Jeremy and Don Ho guest on TV's "Batman" in 1966. Happy Birthday to Patty Duke, 60, Clark Terry, 86, Spider Stacy of the Pogues, 48, Christopher Parkening, 59, and Tim Skold, bassist with Marilyn Manson, 40. Also born on this date were Deford Bailey in 1899, Phineas Newborn, Jr. in 1931, and Spike Jones in 1911. Lost to us on this date were Dinah Washington in 1963, and Curley Moore, vocalist with Huey Smith and the Clowns in 1985.

[saturn]

Lena Horne recorded one of the true musical standards "Stormy Weather" on this day in 1948 on Victor Records.

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Alan Freed was born on this day in 1922. Famous Disc Jockey with nickname "Moondoggy". He was fired while still on the air for a payola scandal, whcih rocked the industry. Until then he was rock & roll's first superstar deejay, hosting his own TV show, starring in numerous quickie film musicals, and wielding enormous influence within the R&B and rock communities. He died in 1965 in Palm Springs, CA.

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In 1977, The Sex Pistols were refused entry into the USA two days before a scheduled NBC TV appearance. Johnny Rotten because of a drugs conviction, Paul Cook & Sid Vicious because of 'moral turpitude' and Steve Jones because of his criminal record.

http://pirata.tk/images/sex-pistols.jpg


Happy Birthday to Carmine Appice, age 60. He was the drummer for Vanilla Fudge and also a member of Beck, Bogart and Appice and the Rod Stewart band.

http://www.nndb.com/people/049/000084794/carmineappice02.jpg

[Staxsun]

On this date in 2001, Joe Walsh is given an honorary Doctorate of Music from Kent State. The Beach Boys meet Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in Paris and learn Transcendental Meditation in 1967. James Brown is sentenced to six years in prison in 1988. Jermaine Jackson marries Berry Gordy, Jr.'s daughter Hazel in 1973. Glenn Yarbrough records "Baby the Rain Must Fall" in 1964. Happy Birthdays to Cindy Birdsong of the Supremes, 67, Doug Phelps of the Kentucky Headhunters, 66, Jerry Wallace, 78, and Mark Hummel, 51. Also born on this date were Jesse Belvin in 1932, Max Yasgur in 1919, John Hammond, Sr. in 1910, and Stan Kenton in 1911. Lost to us on this date were Rufus Thomas in 2001, Jackie Brenston in 1979, Fats Waller in 1943, and author Al Rose in 1993.

[saturn]

No. 1 Billboard Pop Hit on this day in 1987: "Faith," by George Michael. Billboard ranks the song as the No. 1 single of 1987.

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Don McClean released the eight minute version of the classic "American Pie" on this day in 1971. It eventually hit #1 on the charts.

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We were singing,
"bye-bye, miss american pie."
Drove my chevy to the levee,
But the levee was dry.
Them good old boys were drinkin’ whiskey and rye
And singin’, "this’ll be the day that I die.
"this’ll be the day that I die."


On this day in 1997, Nicolette Larson, the recording artist who lifted Neil Young's pop hit "Lotta Love" to chart tops in the 1970s, died from brain swelling at the age of 45.

http://music.brainlock.org/nicolette/pix/nicolettesm.jpg


Happy Birthday to Billy Gibbons, of ZZ Top, age 57.

http://www.texasheritagemusic.org/images/e.jpg

[Staxsun]

I feel fortunate to have gotten to see Nicolette up-close and personal. I always had a thing for her, but she was already married to a much better percussionist than I.

[Staxsun]

On this date in 1983, the Who disband (okay, nothing lasts forever). George Harrison is deported from Germany for being too young to perform with the Beatles there in 1960. Ray Charles receives a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1973. The film "Saturday Night Fever" debuts in 1977. Happy Birthday to Denny Andersson of Abba, 60, Shelby Singleton, 75, Robben Ford, 55, and Golden 'Big' Wheeler, 77. Also born on this date were Steve Allen in 1921, and Ludwig von Beethoven in 1770.

[saturn]

Elvis Costello performed on TV's Saturday Night Live on this night in 1977.

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In 2000, Eminem was the subject of a sick Internet hoax after MTV reported that the rapper had been killed in a car crash en route to a party.

http://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2002/coming.attractions/interactive/summer.music/eminem.interscope.jpg

Paul Butterfield was born on this day in 1942. He died in 1987.

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Happy Birthday today to Art Neville, age 69.

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[saturn]

In 2003, James Brown and country music star Loretta Lynn were honoured for their contributions to US culture. The pair were invited to a gala attended by President George Bush at the Kennedy Arts Centre in Washington.

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In 1961, "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" hit #1 and gave the Tokens their first hit.

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Happy Birthday today to Keith Richards, who is 63 (or maybe 103???) and to Christine Aguilera, who is 26.

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[saturn]

In 1987, The Pet Shop Boys had their third UK No.1 single with 'Always On My Mind. The song had been a hit for Brenda Lee in 1972 and Elvis Presley in 1973.

http://www.onlineseats.com/upload/concerts/711_con_petshopboyscol.jpg

In 1964, "Little Bell" by New Orleans group, The Dixie Cups, entered the R&B charts on this day.

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Phil Ochs was born on this day in1940. He was a self-coined "singing journalist" when he began performing in the early '60s. Like Bob Dylan, he made his reputation singing protest songs. He died in 1976.

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Happy Birthday to Maurice White, of Earth, Wind and Fire, who is 65.

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Before anything else, let me wish a Happy Birthday to Professor Longhair who was born in 1918 and lives on in our hearts. It is also the birthday of King Oliver who was born in 1885. On this date in 1996, the city of Lubbock named a street in honor of Buddy Holly. In 1980 the movie Nine to Five debuts. In 1955, Carl Perkins records Blue Suede Shoes. Bobby Darin records Mack the Knife in 1958. More birthdays which include John McEuen of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, 61, Little Jimmy Dickens, 86, Cornell Dupree, 64, Alvin Lee,62, and Charlie Ryan ("Hot Rod Lincoln",91. Also born on this date was Edith Piaf in 1915. Lost to us on this date were Pops Staples in 2000, and Michael Clarke of the Byrds in 1968.

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In 1986, The Bangles started a four week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with "Walk Like An Egyptian".

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In 1977, at the young age of 37, Bobby Darin died on this day following open-heart surgery.

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"I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" reached the #1 spot on the record charts on this day in 1952. This recording was done by Jimmy Boyd.

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Happy Birthday to Billy Bragg, who is 49.

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On this date in 1975, Joe Walsh joins the Eagles. Jethro Tull formed in 1967. Elvis gets his draft notice in 1957. The Main Ingredient records "Everybody Plays the Fool" in 1971. Happy Birthday to Bobby Colomby of Blood, Sweat, & Tears, 62, Brenda Lee, 62, Peter Criss of Kiss, 59, Anita Ward, 49, Alan Parsons,58, and Chris Robinson of the Black Crowes, 40. A very special Happy Birthday to Walter 'Wolfman' Washington, 63, and Efrem Towns of the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, 26. Also born on this date were Cousin Joe in 1907, and Kim Weston in 1939. Lost to us this date was Charlie Burse of the Memphis Jug Band in 1965.

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In 2005, Sir Elton John and his partner David Furnish became the first gay celebrities to register their relationship as a civil partnership. The 20 minute ceremony took place at The Guild Hall, Windsor, England.

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"Born In The USA" by Bruce Springsteen became the second longest-lasting LP in the top 10 on this day in 1985.

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In 1969, The Supremes made their last TV appearance together with Diana Ross on "The Ed Sullivan show", singing their last No.1 "Someday We'll Be Together".

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Frank Zappa was born on this day in 1942. Musician, Singer, Songwriter and conductor for the group "The Mothers of Invention". He was one of the most accomplished composers of the rock era; his music combines an understanding of and appreciation for such contemporary classical figures as Stravinsky, Stockhausen, and Varèse with an affection for late-'50s doo wop rock & roll and a facility for the guitar-heavy rock that dominated pop in the '70s. He died of cancer in 1993.

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On this date in 1970, Elvis Presley visits President Nixon. Martha and the Vandellas disband in 1972. Crosby, Stills, and Nash form in 1968. Janis Joplin has her first solo concert in Memphis in 1968. LaVern Baker records "Jim Dandy" in 1955. Happy Birthdays to Carla Thomas, 64, Gwen McCrae, 63, Betty Wright, 53, Lee Roy Parnell, 50, Hank Crawford, 72, Freddie Hart, 80, and Ray Hildebrand (Paul of Paul & Paula). 65. Also born on this date were Carl Wilson in 1946. Luigi Creatore in 1926, Billy the Kid Emerson in 1925, and Harmonica Slim in 1934. Hoping for a better birthday for the late Peetie Wheatstraw who was born on this day in 1902. He also died on this date in 1941.

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Madonna had the top position on the billboard pop charts on this day in 1984 with "Like A Virgin".

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In 1962, The Tornados started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with "Telstar". It was the first major hit from a UK act on the American chart.

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"The Chipmunk Song", By The Chipmunks, found the #1 position on the pop charts on this day in 1958


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Okay fellas, get ready.
That was very good, Simon.
Naturally.
Very good Theodore.
Ahkhkhkh.
Ah, Alvin, you were a little flat, watch it.
Ah, Alvin? Alvin. ALVIN!
OKAY!!!



Maurice and Robin Gibb, of the Bee Gees, were born on this day in 1949. In January 2003, while receiving treatment for an intestinal blockage, Maurice Gibb suffered cardiac arrest and died. Robin is 57 today.

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On this date in 1976, Isaac Hayes filed for bankrupcy. Ike and Tina Turner are robbed of $86,000 in concert receipts in 1975. Happy Birthday to Rick Neilsen of Cheap Trick, 60, and Luther Campbell, 45. Also born on this date was Alvin Robinson in 1937. Lost to us on this date were Dave Dudley in 2003 and Ma Rainey in 1939.

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In 1977, Cat Stevens formally changed his name to Yusef Islam.

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"Raindrops Keep Fallin on my Head" by B.J. Thomas earned a gold record on this day in 1969.

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Chet Baker was born on this day in 1929. He was still in his musical prime when he fell out of a second story window (pushed or slipped?) to his death in 1988. He remains one of the great cult figures of jazz.

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Happy Birthday to Eddie Vedder, age 42

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On this date in 1969, Elton John and Bernie Taupin begin writing music together. Chuck Berry was arrested for transporting a minor across state lines for immortal porpoises (or something like that) in 1959. Jim Croce posthumously gains a #1 hit for "Time in a Bottle", in 1973. The Drifters record "This Magic Moment" in 1959. The Champs record "Tequila" in 1957. Happy Birthday to Jorma Kaukonen, 66, Harry Shearer, 63, Adrian Belew, 57, James Van Eaton, 69, and Victoria Williams, 47. Also born on this date were Eugene Record of the Chi-Lites in 1940, and Little Esther Phillips in 1935. Lost to us on this date in 1995 was Allison Miner. I remember fondly her interviews at the Music Heritage Stage.

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On this date Chuck Berry was arrested for transporting a minor across state lines for immortal porpoises (or something like that) in 1959. .
Most guys his age feel immortal when they get hooked up with a teenager!:cool:

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"Silent Night" was sung at midnight mass at St. Nicholas Church in Oberndorf, Austria for the first time on this day in 1818.

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The Lennon Sisters debuted on the Lawrence Welk show on this night in 1955. This was the beginning of a 13 year run on the show.

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In 2005, Rapper Foxy Brown was handcuffed and threatened with jail after she stuck her tongue out at a New York judge. Brown was in court on charges of assaulting two nail salon workers.

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Happy Birthday today to Ricky Martin, age 35.

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In 1976, The Eagles started a eight-week run at No.1 on the US album chart with "Hotel California."

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Cab Calloway was born on this day in 1907. Bandleader and singer "Minnie the Moocher". Famous for Hi-De-Ho. Cab died in 1994.

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Happy Birthday on Christmas Day to Jimmy Buffett, age 60 and to Shane MacGowan of The Pogues, age 49.

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In 1981, AC/DC started a three-week run at No.1 on the US album chart with "For Those About To Rock We Salute You".

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The Beatles hit "I Feel Fine" earned the British group top honors on the Billbaord Top 40 charts on this day.

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Happy Birthday to Phil Spector, age 66. Despite being best known for his court room appearances in recent years, there’s little doubting his musical genius.

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Happy Birthday also to John Scofield, jazz guitarist, age 55.

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On this date in 1968, Led Zeppelin arrive for their first U.S. tour. Jay and the Americans record "She Cried" in 1961. The Monkees begin recording "Valleri" in 1967. Happy Birthday to George Porter, Jr. of the Meters, 59, Duke Fakir of the Four Tops, 71, Chris Daughtry, 27, Lars Ulrich of Metallica, 51, and the Cate Brothers, Earl and Ernie, 64. Also born on this date were Harry Choates in 1922, and Steve Allen in 1921. Lost to us on this date were Curtis Mayfield in 1999, Lowman Pauling of the Five Royales in 1973, and Buddy Ace in 1994.

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In 1980, John and Yoko's "Double Fantasy" album started an eight-week run at No.1 on the US chart. "Just Like Starting Over" started a five-week stay at No.1 on the singles chart.

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In 1969, Miles Davis was featured on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine, on sale for 35 cents.

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US singer songwriter and bandleader Hoagy Carmichael died on this day in 1981 at the age of 82. He was the composer of "Georgia On My Mind", "Star Dust" and "Lazy River".

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Happy Birthday to David Knopfler, formerly of Dire Straits, age 54.

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On this date in 1989, Chuck Berry is sued by the former cook of his restaurant accusing him of hiding a video camera in the ladies' restroom. The Supremes make their first appearance on the "Ed Sullivan Show" in 1964. Happy Birthday to Scotty Moore, 75, Mick Jones of Foreigner, 62, T.S. Monk, 57, Matt 'Guitar' Murphy, 77, Tracy Nelson, 62, and Karla Bonoff, 54. Also born on this date were Oscar Levant in 1906, and Bunk Johnson in 1889. Lost to us on this date were Blind Lemon Jefferson in 1929, Dick St. John in 2003, and Bob Luman in 1978.

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Good morning Saturn!

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Mornin' Staxs!

On this day in 1983, after a heavy day's drinking Beach Boy Dennis Wilson drowned while swimming. Dennis was the only genuine surfer in The Beach Boys.
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In 1974, Helen Reddy went to No.1 on the US singles chart with "Angie Baby"

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Happy Birthday to Charles Neville, age 68, and to Edgar Winter, age 60.
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On this date in 1969, Detroit declares "Temptations Day". Gary Glitter is deported from Cambodia because of his conviction in England for child pornography in 2002. Michael Jackson in interviewed on "60 Minutes" in 2003. Keith Moon emcees a ShaNaNa concert at Carnegie Hall in 1971. Paul Simon and Edie Brickell welcome their son Adrian in 1992. Happy Birthday to Zigaboo Modeliste, 58, Alex Chilton of the Box Tops and Big Star, 56, Leonard 'Chick'Carbo, 79, Bobby Comstock, 63, Young Jessie (Otis Day), 70, Johnny Otis, 85, John Legend, 28, Joe Diffie, 48, Richard Clayderman, 53, and Lonnie Liston Smith, 66. Also born on this date were Earl Fatha Hines, in 1905, Dorsey Burnette in 1931, and Roebuck 'Pops' Staples, in 1915. Lost to us on this date were Freddie King in 1976, and Walter 'Popee' Lastie in 1980.

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In 1973, Jim Croce scored his second No.1 US single of the year when "Time In A Bottle" went to the top of the charts. Croce was killed in a plane crash on 29th September 1973.

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Sets of commemorative stamps in memory of Bob Marley were issued in Jamaica in 1982.

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1980, US singer, songwriter Tim Hardin died of a heroin overdose. Hardin wrote the songs "If I Were A Carpenter" and "Reason To Believe."

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Happy Birthday to Marianne Faithfull, age 60.

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On this date in 1957, Steve Lawrence marries Eydie Gorme. Dave Mason leaves Traffic (the first of three times he quits). Married Jefferson Airplane members Paul Kantner and Grace Slick separate in 1975. The Beatles begin recording "Penny Lane" in 1966. Happy Birthday to Neil Girardo, 51, Yvonne Elliman, 55, and Rose Lee Maphis, 84. Also born on this date were Rick Danko in 1943, Pablo Casals in 1876, and Willie Humphrey in 1900. Lost to us on this date were Marion Keisker who discovered Elvis while working at Sun Records) in 1989, and Fletcher Henderson in 1952.

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On this day 1978, Emerson Lake and Palmer announced their official break up.

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Today is the birthday of Bo Diddley, (Elias McDaniel), age 78.

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Happy Birthday to Patti Smith, age 60

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Happy Birthday to Monkees, Davy Jones, age 61 and Mike Nesmith, age 64

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On this date in `1991, Bruce Springsteen and Patty Scialfa welcome daughter Jessica to the world. George Harrison is stabbed by an intruder in his home in 1999. Diana Ross is arrested for DUI in Tucson in 2002. Frank Sinatra records "My Way" in 1968. Happy Birthday to Felix Pappalardi of Mountain, 67, Russ Tamblyn, 72, Traci Ullman, 47, Paul Stookey, 69, Jeff Lynne, 59, and Suzy Bogguss, 50. Also born on this date were John Hartford in 1937, Lillian McMurry of Trumpet Records in 1921, Del Shannon in 1934, and Skeeter Davis in 1931. Lost to us on this date were Johnny Moore of the Drifters in 1998, and Richard Rodgers in 1979.

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John Denver (Henry John Deutchendorf) was born on this day in 1943. Singer and songwriter - "Thank God I'm a Country Boy". One of the most popular recording artists of the 1970s, country-folk singer/songwriter John Denver's gentle, environmentally conscious music established him among the most beloved entertainers of his era; wholesome and clean-cut, his appeal extended to fans of all ages and backgrounds, and led to parallel careers as both an actor and a humanitarian. He died in an airplane crash in 1997.

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Happy Birthday to Odetta, age 76; Burton Cummings of the Guess Who, age 59 and Donna Summer, age 58 -- all born on the last day of the year!

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The most famous of all country singers died on this day in 1953 as Hank Williams passed away at the age of twenty-nine.

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Simon & Garfunkel's "The Sound Of Silence" climbed to #1 on The Billboard Top 40 charts on this day in 1966.

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In 1982, Abba made their final live appearance as a group when they played in Stockholm, Sweden.

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Happy Birthday today to Country Joe McDonald, age 65.

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In 1999, New Orleans born rapper, Mystikal (Michael Tyler), entered the Billboard R&B charts on this day with the tune "That's The Rapper".

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"Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" was recorded by the Andrews Sisters on this day in 1941.

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In 1974, US country singer, actor and radio presenter Tex Ritter died of a heart attack when he was trying to bail a member of his band from a jail in Nashville.

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Roger Miller, singer, guitarist and TV star ("King Of The Road") was born on this day in 1936. He won four Grammy awards in 1965 including Best Country & Western Album. Roger died of lung cancer on October 25th, 1991.

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Aretha Franklin was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on this day in 1987.

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The eight minute version of "American Pie" garnered gold record status for Don McClean on this day in 1972

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Victor Borge was born on thisday in 1909. He was a well-known pianist and comedian. After escaping from the Nazi occupation of Denmark in the second world war, he went on to become one of the most popular entertainers of his time in the United States. His act, Comedy in Music, is the longest standing one-man show ever. He died on December 23, 2003.

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Celebrating a birthday today is Stephen Stills, who is 62.

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Billboard published the first pop music chart on this day in 1936. Joe Venuti, a jazz violinist, was at the top of the charts.

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In 1975, Elton John was in the #1 position on the pop charts with his hit "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds", a remake of the Beatles tune.

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Happy Birthday to Michael Stipe, of REM, age 47 and John McLaughlin, age 65

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On this day in 1970, Keith Moon accidentally runs over and kills his own chauffeur. Bobby Rydell begins recording "Wild One" in 1960. Happy Birthday to Clarence Carter, 71, Patty Loveless, 51, Cait O'Riordan of the Pogues, 42, and Deana Carter, 41. Also born on this date were Arthur Conley in 1946, Floyd Patterson in 1935, and Slim Gaillard in 1916. Lost to us on this date was Phil Lynott of Thin Lizzy in 1986.

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Kinks singer Ray Davies was shot in the leg while on holiday in New Orleans in 2004. The 59-year-old singer-songwriter was shot when running after two men who stole his girlfriend's purse at gunpoint. Davies was admitted to the Medical Centre of Louisiana but his injuries were not considered serious.

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In 1980, KC and the Sunshine Band had their 5th US No.1 single with "Please Don't Go".

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In 1979, Charles Mingus dies in Cuernavaca Mexico at the age of fifty-six.

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Sam Phillips, founder of Sun Records, was born on this day in 1923. His label Recorded Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Ike Turner, B.B. King, Jerry Lee Lewis. Phillips died on 30th August 2003.

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Aaron "Bunny" Lapin
Born 5 Jan 1914; died 10 Jul 1999

Inventor who put whipped cream in a spray can and called it Reddi-Wip (1948), turning a dessert topping into a symbol of postwar America's drive for convenience. First sold by St. Louis milkmen, its distribution expanded quickly across N. America, and Lapin was soon dubbed the Whipped Cream King. In 1998, Time magazine listed Reddi-wip as one of the century's 100 great things for consumers, along with the pop-top can and Spam. Lapin's Clayton Corp. also made its own valves for the can. Clayton and its subsidiaries make industrial valves and closures, caulk, adhesives and foamed plastic products such as insulation and cushioning materials. Reddi-Wip is now a brand of ConAgra's Beatrice Foods.


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Let the fun begin!

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On this date in 2003, Little Richard guest-stars on the "Simpsons". The Supremes record "Stop! In the Name of Love" in 1965. Happy Birthday to Iris DeMent, 46, and Marilyn Manson, 38. Also born on this date were Johnny Adams in 1932, Tabby Thomas in 1929, and Wilbert Harrison in 1929 (some sources say Jan. 6). Lost to us on this date were Danny White in 1996, and Sonny Bono in 1998.

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Carly Simon peaked at #1 on the Billboard charts with her hit "You're So Vain" in 1976.

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Born on this day in 1947, Sandy Denny, UK folk singer and member of Fairport Convention. She died on April 21st 1978 after falling down the stairs at a friend’s house.

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Lou Rawls died at a Los Angeles hospital one year ago. The 72-year-old, Grammy-winning artist had been battling lung cancer.

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Happy Birthday to Nino Tempo, age 70. He is best known for his duo with his sister, April Stevens, which produced a number of popular recordings in the '60s, notably "Deep Purple."

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On this date in 1957, Elvis Presley is filmed from the waist up on his final appearance on the "Ed Sullivan Show". Elton John cancels all live performances for a year after throat surgery in 1987. Dick Clark's "Happening '68" premieres in 1968. Chuck Berry records "Sweet Little Sixteen" in 1958. Happy Birthday to Shirley Brown, 60, Earl Scruggs, 83, Malcolm Young of AC/DC, 54, Kathie Sledge of Sister Sledge, 48, and Kim Wilson, 56. Also born on this date were Van McCoy in 1944, Doris Troy in 1937, and Syd Barrett of Pink Floyd in 1946. Lost to us on this date were Johnny Moore in 1969, and Dizzy Gillespie in 1993.

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Muddy Waters recorded "I'm Your Hoochie Coochie Man" for Chess in Chicago on this day in 1954.

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The Gibson Guitar Company patented the famous "Flying V" on this day in 1958.
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Happy Birthday to Paul Revere, of Paul Revere and the Raiders, who is 70! today and to Kenny Loggins, who is 59.

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"Rubber Soul" by the Beatles reached the top of the album charts in 1966. It was the 7th Beatles album to occupy the #1 spot.

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Born on this day in 1935, Elvis Aaron Presley, the King of rock ‘n’ roll. He had his first No.1 in 1956 with "Heartbreak Hotel", and he went on to have over 100 Top 40 singles from 1956–2006. He died on August 16th 1977.

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Happy Birthday to David Bowie (real name, David Jones), age 59, and Dame Shirley Bassey, age 70, (best remembered for singing theme songs for 3 James Bond movies)

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In honor of Elvis Presley, the U.S. Postal Service issues an Elvis stamp in 1993. The Who and the Kinks perform on the last "Shindig" show in 1966. Eddie Cochran's last recording session is held in Hollywood in 1960. Fabian gets a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2002. Happy Birthday to R Kelly, 38, Little Anthony Guardine, 66, Robby Kreiger of the Doors, 62, and Mike Reno, 52. Also born on this date were Bill Graham in 1931, Luther Perkins in 1928, Tampa Red in 1904, and Fiddlin' Joe Martin in 1900. Lost to us on this date was Archibald (Leon T. Gross) in 1973.

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Billy Cowsill, of the Cowsill family, was born on this day in 1948. He died in February of 2006.

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Birthdays today:

Folk singer Joan Baez, age 66.

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Jimmy Page, age 66

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Dave Matthews, age 40

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On this date in 1971, Elvis Presley is named one of the Jaycees "10 Outstanding Young Men in America". Eddie Cochran arrives in England to begin a tour (his last), in 1960. The Temptations record "The Way You Do the Things You Do", in 1964. Happy Birthday to Crystal Gayle, 56, Barbara Carr, 66, David Johansen, 57, and Roy Head, 64. Also born on this date were Katie Webster in 1939, Domeico Modugno in 1928, Big Al Downing in 1940, and Dr. Hepcat in 1913. Lost to us on this date was Silas Hogan in 1994.

[saturn]

The legendary bluesman Howlin' Wolf (Chester Arthur Burnett) died on this day in 1976.

http://www.gpservices38.freeserve.co.uk/blues/howlin_wolf3.jpg

Birthdays today:
Cyril Neville, age 58, Donald Fagen of Steely Dan, age 58 and Rod Stewart, age 62

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[Staxsun]

The legendary bluesman Howlin' Wolf

I never got the chance to see the Wolf perform. He was one of the true greats! I learned something I didn't know about him last night. I knew that he spent lots of time living here and that the early Chess things were cut by Sam Phillips in Memphis. Last night our local PBS station had a special about the rockabilly legends. In a segment about the Burnette brothers (Johnny and Dorsey), Rocky and Billy Burnette told a story about how the Wolf would jam with the Burnettes. Since Howlin' was really Chester Burnett, they claimed that they were all brothers.

[Staxsun]

On this date in 1997, James Brown gets a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Richard Carpenter enters a chemical dependency treatment center in Topeka KS in 1979. British and Dutch police recover 500 Beatles master tapes stolen in the seventies, 2003. Elvis Presley's first RCA recording session in Nashville is held and includes "Heartbreak Hotel" in 1956. Happy Birthday to Eddy Clearwater, 72, Max Roach, 83, Shawn Colvin, 49, Scott McKenzie, 68, Ronnie Hawkins, 72, Pat Benatar, 54, and Aynsley Dunbar, 61. Also born on this date were Buddy Johnson in 1915, Johnnie Ray in 1927, and Jim Croce in 1943.

[saturn]

Sure are lots of birthdays today --:), including my step-daughter Angela, who is 31 today.

[Staxsun]

Sure are lots of birthdays today --:), including my step-daughter Angela, who is 31 today.

Give my best wishes to Angela. Just because she's not a rock star doesn't mean she isn't spoken about on the internet!

[saturn]

On this day in 1967, The Jimi Hendrix Experence recorded "Purple Haze".

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Venerable blues fellow Slim Harpo (James Moore) is born in Lobdell, LA, in 1924. Harpo's best known hits were "I'm A King Bee" and "Scratch My Back". Harpo died in Baton Rouge in 1970.

http://www.bluesharp.ca/legends/slimharpo2.jpg


Happy Birthday to Mary Blige, age 36; Clarence Clemons, age 65.

http://www.celebopedia.com/mary-j-blige/images/mary-j-blige.jpghttp://www.nndb.com/people/732/000031639/clarence-clemens.jpg

[t.o..fester]

I never got the chance to see the Wolf perform. He was one of the true greats! I learned something I didn't know about him last night. I knew that he spent lots of time living here and that the early Chess things were cut by Sam Phillips in Memphis. Last night our local PBS station had a special about the rockabilly legends. In a segment about the Burnette brothers (Johnny and Dorsey), Rocky and Billy Burnette told a story about how the Wolf would jam with the Burnettes. Since Howlin' was really Chester Burnett, they claimed that they were all brothers.

Absolutely, one of my all time favorite musicians. I have 2 of his CD's I carry in my car at all times and play them religiously. Even my 15 yr old, requests on put in his CD when in the car with me. Chester had a huge influence on many big name musicians like Eric Clapton, The Beatles and the Rolling Stones, just to name a few.

[saturn]

1968 - In one of TV's odder moments, the Supremes appear on the program Tarzan as a troupe of nuns.

http://community-2.webtv.net/dick520/DIANAROSSPHOTOS/scrapbookFiles/importD36.jpg

Born on this day in 1941 was Long John Baldry. He died of a chest infection on 21st July 2005.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/3/32/Long_John_Baldry.jpg/217px-Long_John_Baldry.jpg

Happy birthday to Melanie Chisholm, a.k.a.Sporty Spice and Mel C., age 33 and to Felipe Rose of the Village People, age 53.

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[peteup]

Saturn, that's priceless!

Fester and Staxsun, I feel privileged to have seen Hubert Sumlin play!

[Staxsun]

Saturn, that's priceless!

Fester and Staxsun, I feel privileged to have seen Hubert Sumlin play!

I know what you mean. I've seen him play a bunch and met him a few times. What's really great is when he and Pinetop get together and tell stories.

[Staxsun]

On this date in 1965, "Hullabaloo" premieres on NBC-TV with the Zombies and Gerry & the Pacemakers. Anita Bryant sings the national anthem at the Superbowl in 1969 (bet there weren't any wardrobe malfunctions!). Elvis Presley records "All Shook Up" in 1957. Happy Birthday to Rob Zombie, 41, William Lee Golden, 68, George Duke, 61, Glenn Yarbrough, 78, Ray Price, 81, Olu Dara, 66, and Ricky Van Shelton, 50. Also born on this date were Ruth Brown in 1928, Chris Bell of Big Star in 1951, Mississippi Fred McDowell in 1904, and Jay McShann in 1916. Lost to us this date was Randy VanWarmer in 2004.

[saturn]

The accordion was patented on this day by Anthony Faas in 1854.
http://acweb.colum.edu/users/agunkel/homepage/accord.jpg


Chubby Checkers' famous tune "The Twist" went to #1 on the Billboard charts again on this day in 1962.

http://images.starpulse.com/AMGPhotos/pic200/drp100/p114/p11459w5vk7.jpg

Sophie Tucker was born on this day in 1884. "I'm the Last of the Red Hot Mamas" is one of her best-known songs. She died in 1966.

http://www.hartfordhistory.net/tucker.jpg

Born on this day in 1970 was Zach de la Rocha of Rage Against The Machine

http://homepages.wmich.edu/%7Ej4rock/ratmzdlr.jpg

[PaulC]

I have nothing to say,.. (other than Sporty Spice takes a nice pic)... I just wanted to be the last poster on all four sub sections..... Hope I got this done in time...

[PaulC]

Damn,... lost cajun came flyin' out of that bar thread and upset my apple cart....

[saturn]

In 1973, Paul Gadd (Gary Glitter) killed off his former persona Paul Raven when he lowered a coffin containing all his records into the River Thames, London.

http://www.nndb.com/people/600/000022534/gglitter-yipes.jpg

Happy Birthday to Allen Toussaint, age 69 and to Clarence Carter, age 71.

http://www.offbeat.com/artman/uploads/toussaint1.jpg http://www.corporateartists.com/images/clarencecarter.jpg

[saturn]

Men At Work made it to the #1 position on the Billboard Top 40 charts on this day with "Down Under" in 1983

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In 1998, Harmonica player Junior Wells died. He had worked with Muddy Waters, Van Morrison, Carlos Santana. Junior Wells was born in 1934.

http://www.bluesmusicnow.com/graphics/wells.jpg

Ronnie Van Zant, vocalist with Lynyrd Skynyrd, was born on this day in 1948. He died in a plane crash along with other members of the band in 1977.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/f/f9/Vanzant.jpg/150px-Vanzant.jpg

Birthday today:

Don Vliet (Captain Beefheart), age 66
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[saturn]

Herb Alpert's A&M records released "Frampton Comes Alive" on this day in 1976. For Peter Frampton the record sold 19 million in the first year.

http://www.rockantenne.de/red@eck/images/milestones/l/PeterFrampton_Frampton%20comes%20alive.jpg

Is there anyone here on this bored that did NOT own a copy of this?

Ethel Merman was born on this day in 1909. She was the leading musical theater performer of her generation, creating roles in multiple Broadway musicals in the 1930's through the 1950's, and continuing to appear in shows occasionally through 1970. She died in 1984.

http://www.broadwaycafesociety.com/images/EthelHeadshot.gif

Happy Birthday to Marilyn Horne, age 73, and to Ronnie Milsap, age 63

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[Amy Winette]

I didn't Saturn, I was 2 ;)

[dumbtourist]

I didn't Saturn, I was 2 ;)

I've got an extra Amy if you want one...vinyl or digital

[saturn]

I didn't Saturn, I was 2 ;)

I keep forgetting how ancient I am :p -- but then, so are a lot of us here. You young'uns just keep us hopping.

[saturn]

"I Write The Songs" by Barry Manilow put him in the driver's seat again as he rose to #1 on the Billboard charts on this day in 1976

http://img80.imageshack.us/img80/8913/barrymanilow5hj.jpg


Birthdays today:

Kid Rock, 36; Steve Earle, 52; Eartha Kitt, 80.

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I have an Eartha Kitt disco song performed with Bronski Beat, called Cha Cha Heels. Great fun!

[Staxsun]

Not only is it the birthday of Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier, but on this date in 1994, Donny Osmond loses a close decision to Danny Bonaduce in a charity boxing match in Chicago. Marvin Gaye sings the National Anthem at Superbowl V in Miami in 1971. 'Elvis Presley Boulevard' is dedicated in Memphis in 1972. The first Led Zeppelin album is released in 1969. The Doors record their "Absolutely Live" album in Los Angeles in 1970. Happy Birthday to Chris Montez, 64, Mick Taylor, 59, Shabba Ranks, 41, Cheryl Bentyne of Manhattan Transfer, 53, Paul Young,51, and Susanna Hoffs of the Bangles, 48. Lost to us on this date were Billy Stewart in 1970, Joe Robichaux in 1965, and Grady 'Fats' Jackson in 1994.

[saturn]

Donny Osmond and Danny Bonaduce in a boxing match???!!! :confused: That would just plain be weird.

[saturn]

Yep - it happened and apparently wasn't pretty --
http://www.grudge-match.com/Real/danny-donny.html

[saturn]

Johnny Preston's hit "Running Bear" topped the Billboard pop charts on this day in 1960.

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Running Bear loved Little White Dove
With a love big as the sky
Running Bear loved Little White Dove
With a love that couldn't die



In 1996, Lisa Marie Presley divorced Michael Jackson after less then two years of being married.

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Happy Birthday to Bobby Goldsboro, who is 66 today.

http://www.corporateartists.com/images/bobbygoldsboro.jpg

[Staxsun]

ON this date in 1965, Paul Simon drops out of law school to become a full-time musician. NBC airs a live Rolling Stones concert from Madison Square Garden in 2003. "Bobby Vinton Day" is celebrated in Chicago as Mayor Richard Daley dubs him the "Polish Prince" in 1975. Barbra Streisand and Bobby Darin sing for LBJ's inauguration in 1965. Happy Birthday to Jesse L. Martin, 38. Also born on this date were David Ruffin in 1941, Danny Kaye in 1913, and Johnny Bragg of the Prisonaires in 1926.

[saturn]

The "Easy Rider" soundtrack hit gold on this day in 1970


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Janis Joplin was born on this day in 1943, She had a 1971 US No.1 single with "Me And Bobby McGee" and a 1971 US No.1 album with Pearl. She died on October 4th 1970 after an accidental heroin overdose.

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Happy Birthday today to Dolly Parton, age 61, and to Phil Everly, age 68.

http://www.frontrowusa.com/img/event/tn/dolly.jpg http://www.everlybrothers.com/images/jpg/phil_homecoming.jpg

[Staxsun]

On this date in 1976, the Beatles turn down a $30 million offer to reunite. Pat Boone sings at Dwight Eisenhower's inauguration ball in 1957. Charlie Daniels and the Marshall Tucker band play at Jimmy Carter's inauguration in 1977. Fleetwood Mac reunites for Bill Clinton's inauguration in 1993. Marty Robbins makes his debut at the Grand Ole Opry in 1953. Happy Birthday to Shelley Fabares, 63, Laurie London, 63, Dewey Bunnell of America, 56, Katey Sagal, 53, Michael Crawford, 65, Willie 'Big Eyes' Smith, 71, and Henry Gray, 82. Also born on this date were Ray Eberle in 1919, and John Raitt in 1917. Lost to us on this date were Carl Perkins in 1998, and Wilson Pickett in 2006.

[saturn]

Denny Doherty, singer with The Mamas and The Papas, died today in Mississauga, Ontario at the age of 65, after a short illness. To Canadians, he was also well known for his role as harbourmaster and for doing all the voices in the children's series, Theodore Tugboat.

http://www.northernstars.ca/actorsdef/Media/doherty_denny_250.jpg

RIP Denny

[saturn]

Leadbelly (Huddie Ledbetter) was born on this day in 1889. American blues singer, "King of The Twelve-String Guitar," who twice sang himself out of the Louisiana penitentiary. He helped to inspire the folk and blues revivals of the 50's and 60's and he was one of the first traditional folk musicians to perform for a city audience. His perseverance and power earned him the nickname Leadbelly - he could pick in the cotton fields 1,000 pounds a day. He died in 1949.

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Alan "Moondoggy" Freed widely known as the "Father of Rock n Roll" died on this day in 1965 in Palm Springs, CA.

http://www.history-of-rock.com/freed.jpg

Birthdays today:

Paul Stanley of Kiss, age 55, and Slim Whitman, age 83.

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[saturn]

The "Saturday Night Fever" soundtrack reached #1 on the charts on this day in 1976.

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And lots of birthdays today ---

SNOOKS EAGLIN is 71

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RICHIE HAVENS is 66 today.

http://www.metroactive.com/metro-santa-cruz/01.11.06/gifs/havens-0602.jpg

PLACIDO DOMINGO is also 66 today.

http://www.musikbibliotek.dk/images/59/4172-14007.jpg

[sophisticated sissy]

Happy Birthday, Snooks!!!

[saturn]

In 1980, this week's Top 5 singles: No.5, Rupert Holmes, "Escape, (The Pina Colada Song)", No.4, Smokey Robinson, "Crusin", No.3, Kenny Rogers, "Coward Of The County", No.2, Captain and Tennille, "Do That To Me One More Time", and No.1, Michael Jackson, "Rock With You."

Wasn't 80s music just fabulous?

http://www.gastronomicakny.co.za/art_route/pix/pina_colada.jpg


Sam Cooke, US soul singer was born on this day in 1931. He died on December 11th 1964.He is said to be the most important soul singer in history.

http://www.rockphiles.com/all_images/Act_Images/SamCooke/SamCooke.jpg


Happy Birthday to Steve Perry of Journey, age 54.

http://www.sfist.com/attachments/sfist_jackson/steve_perry_journey-thumb.jpg

[Staxsun]

In 1980, this week's Top 5 singles: No.5, Rupert Holmes, "Escape, (The Pina Colada Song)", No.4, Smokey Robinson, "Crusin", No.3, Kenny Rogers, "Coward Of The County", No.2, Captain and Tennille, "Do That To Me One More Time", and No.1, Michael Jackson, "Rock With You."

Wasn't 80s music just fabulous?

http://www.gastronomicakny.co.za/art_route/pix/pina_colada.jpg


Sam Cooke, US soul singer was born on this day in 1931. He died on December 11th 1964.He is said to be the most important soul singer in history.

http://www.rockphiles.com/all_images/Act_Images/SamCooke/SamCooke.jpg


Happy Birthday to Steve Perry of Journey, age 54.

http://www.sfist.com/attachments/sfist_jackson/steve_perry_journey-thumb.jpg






I'm confused. Today's the 22nd!

[saturn]

I'm confused. Today's the 22nd!

Damn - so it is -- but the info is still correct! LOL.

[Staxsun]

On this date (his birthday) in 1960, Sam Cooke signs with RCA records. Gene Chandler makes his TV debut on "American Bandstand" in 1962. Barry Manilow sings the National Anthem at the Superbowl in 1984. Chubby Checker guests on "Ali McBeal" in 2001. The Beach Boys record "Wouldn't It Be Nice" in 1966. Happy Birthday to George Foreman, 59, DJ Jazzy Jeff, 42, Willa Ford, 26, Malcolm McLaren of the Sex Pistols, 60, Nigel Pegram of Steeleye Span, 58, Teddy Smith, 75, and Teddy Gentry of Alabama, 55. Also born on this date were Rev. C. L. Franklin in 1915, Michael Hutchence of INXS in 1960, and Hammie Nixon in 1908. Lost to us on this date were Tommy Tucker in 1987. and John 'Papa' Joseph in 1965.

[bluedog]

http://www.sfist.com/attachments/sfist_jackson/steve_perry_journey-thumb.jpg wow my idol from the 80's got pudgy!!! :eek:

[saturn]

In 1956, Rock 'n' Roll fans in Cleveland aged under 18 were banned from dancing in public (unless accompanied by an adult), after Ohio Police introduced a law dating back to 1931.

http://www.valleycollege.edu/Images/Valley_History_Pictures/1950s_School_Dance.jpg


"Knock Three Times" by Dawn made it to the top of the Billboard Top 40 charts on this day in 1971

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Django Reinhardt, jazz guitarist, was born on this day in 1910. He badly burned his third and fourth fingers of his left hand in a house fire aged 18. Doctors suggested he play the guitar to keep his fingers flexible, giving him his two fingered guitar style. He worked with Stepane Grappelli and Duke Ellington. Reinhardt died of a stroke on 15th May 1953. http://www.thisdayinmusic.com/graphics/spacer.gif

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[saturn]

Warren Zevon was born on this day in 1947. He's been described as one of the most acute and savagely satiric songwriters of his era. He died in 2003.

http://www.cottageviews.com/Artists%20Photos/Warren%20Zevon.jpg


If I leave you it doesn't mean I love you any less
Keep me in your heart for awhile


John Belushi was born on this day in 1949. The Blues Brothers - Almost single handedly started a Blues revival with this band. He died tragically in 1982.
http://www.probertencyclopaedia.com/j/John%20Belushi.jpg


Birthdays today:

Aaron Neville, 66 and Doug Kershaw, 71

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[Staxsun]

On this date in 1982, Diana Ross sings the National Anthem at the Superbowl. Elvis Presley records "Teddy Bear" in 1957. Happy Birthday to Neil Diamond, 66, Ray Stevens, 68, Tatyana Ali, 28, Guitar Shorty, 84?, and Jools Holland, 49. Also born on this date were Jack Scott in 1936, and Tuts Washington in 1907. Lost to us on this date were James 'Shep' Sheppard in 1970, and James 'Thunderbird' Davis in 1992.

[saturn]

"I Want To Hold Your Hand" by the Beatles hit #1 on the music charts on this day in 1964.

http://www.zene.net/pictures/fooldal/beatles_iwth_cover_020_1127.jpg

Born on this day in 1915, folk singer songwriter Ewan MacColl, composer of "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" a hit for Roberta Flack in 1971. MacColl died on 22nd October 1989.

http://www.folktrax.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/photos/folkfilms/mid_sized/FF-2213%20still%2006.jpg

Happy Birthday to Etta James, age 69.

http://www.langfieldentertainment.com/images/JUNE%202006/etta_james_300.jpg

[saturn]

Stephane Grapelli was born on this day in 1908. One of the all-time great jazz violinists (ranking with Joe Venuti and Stuff Smith as one of the big three of pre-bop), Stephane Grappelli's longevity and consistently enthusiastic playing did a great deal to establish the violin as a jazz instrument. He died in 1997.
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In 1980, Prince made his TV debut on the US show American Bandstand.


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Happy Birthday to Eddie Van Halen, who is 52!

http://photos23.flickr.com/36780349_b753e5cd52_m.jpg

[ozzie]

Thanks again Saturn and Stax.... this thread is a real treat!

[saturn]

"Dock of the Bay" by Otis Redding was releassed on this day, seven weeks after the singers untimely death in 1968.

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born on this day in 1756.Austrian composer who was a major figure in the classical period. He wrote in most musical forms of the time, especially opera and symphony; his notable works are too numerous to mention. He die in 1791.

http://www.academycinemas.co.nz/f/in_search_of_mozart/mozart.jpg

Born on this day in 1918, Elmore James, US blues guitarist, singer, wrote "Shake Your Money Maker", covered by Fleetwood Mac in 1968. Influenced Jimi Hendrix, BB King, Keith Richards. James died 24th May 1963.

http://www.elmorejamesjr.com/images/photos/bio_jr.jpg

Celebrating a birthday today (along with Ohio) Bobby "Blue" Bland, age 77

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[saturn]

In 1985, "We Are the World" was recorded by 45 of the world's top recording artists. Some of the names included Lionel Richie, Michael Jackson, Sting, Diana Ross, Paul Simon, Stevie Wonder, Tina Turner, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Ray Charles, Daryl Hall, John Oates, Cyndi Lauper, Steve Perry and Bob Geldof, etc, etc. The project was a benefit for Africa.

http://www.newsstar.info/wp-images/img-noticias/we%20are%20the%20world.jpg

In 1988, eleven years after it was released, The Sex Pistols album 'Never Mind The Bollocks, Here's The Sex Pistols' went Gold in the US with sales over 500,000.

http://fusionanomaly.net/nevermindthebollocksheresthesexpistols.jpg

Happy Birthday to Sarah McLachlan, 39.

http://www.heifer.org/atf/cf/%7BE384D2DB-8638-47F3-A6DB-68BE45A16EDC%7D/40%20Sara3_200dpi.jpg

[saturn]

The folk-pop trio Peter Paul & Mary sign with Warner Bros. Records in 1962
http://www.nostalgiacentral.com/images_music/ppm_03.jpg

"Rockin' Pneumonia and the Boogie Woogie Flu" won a gold record for Johnny Rivers on this day in 1973.

http://images.starpulse.com/AMGPhotos/pic200/drp100/p160/p16079cuer5.jpg

John Raitt, singer, and father to blues singer Bonnie Raitt, was born on this day in 1917. He died in 2005.

http://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/40851000/jpg/_40851641_raitt_ap_body.jpg

[Staxsun]

On this date in 1989, Billy Joel sings the National Anthem at the Superbowl in Miami (I'm thinking a little deja vu may occur). Grand Funk records "Locomotion" in 1974. Emerson, Lake & Palmer disband (the first time) in 1979. Happy Birthday to Tommy Ramone, 55, Johnny Spampinato of NRBQ, 48, Louis Perez of Los Lobos, 54, Ed Shaughnessy, 78, Peter Baumann of Tangerine Dream, 54, and Jonny Lang, 26. Also born on this date were James Jamerson of the Funk Brothers in 1938, and Paul Gayten in 1920. Lost to us on this date were Willie Dixon in 1992, and Cozy Cole in 1981.

[saturn]

In 1969, the lunchtime rooftop gig took place with The Beatles appearing live on top of the Apple building on Savile Row in London. Lasting for just over 40 minutes it was the last time The Beatles performed live.

http://www.beatlefans.com/post/beatles_rooftop.jpeg

Professor Longhair (Henry Roeland Byrd) pianist, vocalist and bandleader of Rhythm and Blues music from Bogalusa, Louisiana died on this day in 1980. "Fess" has influenced such other New Orleans pianists as Dr. John, Allen Toussaint, Art Neville and James Booker. In the 1950's he scored hits with '"ald Head" and "Go To The Mardi Gras" and in the 1960's with another Mardi Gras mainstay "Big Chief". He retired and was in seclusion until Quint Davis, of New Orleans Jazz and Heritage festival fame, re-discovered Longhair in the 1970's and jump started his career.

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Happy Birthday today to Phil Collins, 56.

http://www.oneworldbeat.org/owb2005/music_artists/supporting_artists/photos/phil_collins_detail2.jpg

[Staxsun]

On this date in 1994, Natalie Cole sang the National Anthem at the Superbowl. The first Kiss concert is held in Queens (NYC) in 1973. Bobby Goldsboro records "Honey" in 1968. Elvis records his version of "Blue Suede Shoes" in 1956. Happy Birthday to Marty Balin, 65, Norma Tanega, 68, Jeanne Pruett, 70, and Gregory Davis of the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, 50. Also born on this date were Horst Jankowski in 1936, Ruth Brown in 1928, Dorothy Love Coates in 1928, Roy Eldridge in 1911, and Steve Marriott of Humble Pie in 1947. Lost to us on this date were Lightnin Hopkins in 1982, and Mance Lipscomb in 1976.

[saturn]

In 1981, Blondie went to No.1 on the US singles hart with "The Tide Is High"

http://younameit.web-log.nl/you_name_it_raad_de_plaat/images/yni_blondie.jpg

Birthdays today:

Justin Timberlake, age 26; John Lydon (Johnny Rotten), age 51

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[saturn]

For Rhea -- In 1969, Louisiana native sons, The Meters, made it to the Billboard R&B charts on this day with the song "Sophisticated Cissy"

http://www.georgeporterjr.com/photo_pages/gallery1/sophcissy.jpg

2004 - Wardrobe Malfunction - Janet Jackson inadvertently bares her breast when Justin Timberlake tugs at her costume during the Super Bowl half-time show in Houston, Texas.

http://content.answers.com/main/content/wp/en/thumb/f/fd/200px-Wardrobe_Malfunction.jpg

Happy Birthday to Lisa Marie Presley, age 39

http://www.celebopedia.com/lisa-marie-presley/images/lisa-marie-presley.jpg

[Staxsun]

On her seventh birthday in 1975, Elvis arranges for Lisa Marie to meet her favorite singer - Elton John. The Cars disband in 1988. Glenn Frey of the Eagles appears on an episode of 'Miami Vice' in 1985. Paul Simon graduates from Queens College in NY in 1963. Diana Ross weds a Norwegian businessman in 1986. Frank and Nancy Sinatra record "Something Stupid" in 1967. Gladys Knight & the Pips leave Motown Records for Buddah Records in 1973. It's reported in 1964 that Indiana Governor Matthew Walsh has attempted to ban "Louie Louie" from radio stations in his state. "Bar-Kays Day" is declared in Memphis in 1982. Happy Birthday to Don Everly, 70, Joe Sample, 68, Joshua Redman,38, Del McCoury, 68, Big Boi of Outkast, 32, Ray Sawyer of Dr. Hook, 70, and drummer James Black, 68. Also born on this date were Langston Hughes in 1902, Rick James in 1952, and James P. Johnson in 1894. Lost to us on this date were Mongo Santamaria in 2003, Joe Carroll in 1981, and Mississippi Johnny Woods in 1990.

[saturn]

The word "jazz" (often spelled "jass" early on) appeared in print in the New York Times in 1917.

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"The Way We Were", Barbra Streisand's mega hit, reached #1 on the pop charts on this day in 1974

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Eva Cassidy was born on this day in 1963. Cassidy remained virtually unknown during her lifetime. However, her posthumously released recordings have since sold in excess of four million copies. Eva died of skin cancer on November 1st 1996, aged 33.

http://www.oaksite.co.uk/eva%20cassidy.jpg


Celebrating a birthday today: Graham Nash, age 65.

http://www.npr.org/programs/wesun/features/2002/nash/nash2.jpg

[saturn]

And in the streets: the children screamed,
The lovers cried, and the poets dreamed.
But not a word was spoken;
The church bells all were broken.
And the three men I admire most:
The father, son, and the holy ghost,
They caught the last train for the coast
The day the music died.


In 1959, 22 year old Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Ritchie Valens, aged 17, died in a crash shortly after take-off from Clear Lake, Iowa, the pilot of the single-engined Beechcraft Bonanza plane was also killed.

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Elton John reached the top of the Billboard top 40 charts with "Crocodile Rock' on this day in 1973

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"Y.M.C.A." by the Village People hits the #1 position on the top charts this day in 1979

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Melanie (Melanie Safka), singer of "Brand New Key" is 60 today.

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[Staxsun]

I'm waiting on ya Saturn. Where y'at????

[saturn]

In 1999, the members of *NSYNC made a guest appearance on "Sabrina The Teenage Witch" on US TV.

http://features.yahoo.com/webceleb/nsync/nsync.jpg

Toto went to the top of the charts on this day with the song 'Africa' in 1983.

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Happy Birthday to Al Kooper, age 63 and Bobby Brown, age 38.

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[saturn]

I'm waiting on ya Saturn. Where y'at????

I'm getting a little off track here. Sorry.

[Staxsun]

Hey, I definitely understand. The only time I have is fairly early in the day at work. I always try to wait and follow you unless I know you're not posting. I love the pictures and the other good stuff. Then I try to come back with the minutiae.

[saturn]

"Centerfold" by the J. Geils Band shot to the #1 spot on the Billboard pop charts on this day in 1982.

http://www.gocontinental.com/photos3/geils.jpg

Bob Marley was born on this day in 1945. Singer and guitarist who was Reggae's most iconic figure. He was the first Jamaican artist to achieve international superstardom, in the process introducing the music of his native island nation to the corners of the globe. He died in 1981 from cancer.

http://www.bobgruen.com/files/asst/C-44%20BOB%20MARLEY.jpg

Birthdays today ---

Fabian, age 64 and Axl Rose, age 45.

http://www.marstalent.com/pics/bio_fabian.jpg http://img.nrk.no/img/451549.jpeg

[Staxsun]

On this date in 1939, Elvis Presley's father Vernon is released from prison after serving eight months for altering a check. Paul McCartney performs at halftime of the Superbowl in 2005. The Rolling Stones perform a free concert in Los Angeles to draw attention to global warming in 2003. Brian Wilson marries his second wife, Melinda Ledbetter, in 1995. George Harrison, Paul McCartney, and Ringo Starr befin recording the John Lennon tribute "All Those Years Ago" in 1981. Happy Birthday to Natalie Cole, 57, Rick Astley, 41, Phil Alvin, 54, and Willie Tee, 63. Also born on this date was Bill Doggett in 1916. Lost to us on this date were Jessie Belvin in 1977, Hugo Montanegro in 1981, and Vince Guaraldi in 1976.

[saturn]

Paul Simon told us about '50 Ways To Leave You're Lover' and made it to the top of the Billboard pop charts on this day in 1976.

http://www.guesswhosthejew.com/photos/thumbnails/200x300/Simon%20Paul.jpg
You just slip out the back, Jack
Make a new plan, Stan
You don't need to be coy, Roy
Just get yourself free
Hop on the bus, Gus
You don't need to discuss much
Just drop off the key, Lee
And get yourself free


Kool And The Gang had a number 1 hit on this day in the form of "Celebration" in 1981.

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-1/86486/KoolTheGang.jpg



Earl King, New Orleans Blues guitarist was born on this day in 1934. King died on April 17th 2003 aged 69. He wrote "Come On, (Let The Good Times Roll)".
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Big hat guy, Garth Brooks is 45 years old today.

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[Staxsun]

On this day in 1959, a thousand people show up for Buddy Holly's funeral in Lubbock Texas. The Beatles arrive in New York for their first American tour in 1964. A bill is sponsored to make "Tutti Frutti" the official Georgia state song (it fails) in 1989. The Jive Five record "My True Story" in 1961. Happy Birthday to Sammy Johns, 61, Stoney Browder, 58, and Steve Bronski, 47. Also born on this date were King Curtis in 1934, and Eubie Blake in 1883. Lost to us on this date were Guitar Slim in 1959, and Matt Monro in 1985.

[saturn]

"Teen Angel" by Mark Dinning hit the top of the Billboard charts on this day in 1960

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"I'm Too Sexy" by Right Said Fred made it to #1 on the pop music charts on this day in 1992.

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I'm too sexy for my shirt too sexy for my shirt
So sexy it hurts
And I'm too sexy for Milan too sexy for Milan
New York and Japan


In 1990, singer Del Shannon, one of the best and most original rockers of the early 60s, died of self inflicted gunshot wounds at the age of 56.

http://z.about.com/d/oldies/1/0/e/7/delshannon.jpg



Happy Birthday to Larry Verne, best known for "Please Mr. Custer" who is 71 today.

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[Staxsun]

On this date in 2001, Don Felder files suit against the Eagles after being ousted from the band. Buddy Holly signs a recording contract with Decca Records (the contract leaves the "E" off of Holley, and he drops it from his stage name), in 1956. Tom Jones guests on "Fresh Prince of Bel Air" in 1993. The publisher of "Louie Louie" offers $1000 to anyone who can find suggestive lyrics in the song in 1964. Peter and Gordon split up in 1967. Cher opens on Broadway in "Come Back to the Five And Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean" in 1982. The Who (minus the late Keith Moon) reunite for their 25th anniversary at a London awards show in 1988. Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood form Blind Faith in 1969. Happy Birthday to Dan Seals, 57, Ray Sharpe, 69, Vince Neal, 46, Tom Rush, 66, and David Farrell of Linkin Park, 30. Also born on this date were James Dean in 1931, Floyd Dixon in 1928, and Merle Watson in 1949.

[Staxsun]

And today's trivia question, What did Teen Angel have clutched in her fingers?

[rosetree]

....it was....<sniff, sniff>....a high school ring....

[Staxsun]

....it was....<sniff, sniff>....a high school ring....

We have a winner!!!!!!!!!

[saturn]

(I know some of you weren't even born yet, but I remember this ---)
Paul & Paula reached #1 on the Billboard charts with their hit 'Hey Paula' in 1963.

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Carmen Miranda was born on this day in 1914. The first Brazilian performer to attain international stardom. She was a singer and actress. She died in 1955.

http://educaterra.terra.com.br/educacao/fotos_n/carmem_miranda_03.jpg

Happy Birthday to Joe Ely, 60 and to Carole King, 65.

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[Staxsun]

On this date in 1964, the Beatles perform for 73 million Americans on the "Ed Sullivan Show". Neil Sedaka records the original version of "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" in 1962. Roger Daltrey of the Who receives a "Commander of the Order Of the British Empire" medal from the Queen in 2005. Happy Birthday to Barbara Lewis, 64, Travis Tritt, 44, Catfish Keith, 45, Major Harris, 60, and Barry Mann, 68. Also born on this date was Erenst Tubb in 1914. Lost to us on this date were Rev. James Cleveland in 1991, Bill Haley in 1991, Buddy Johnson in 1977, Percy Faith in 1976, and Tyrone Davis in 2005.

[saturn]

On this date in 1964, the Beatles perform for 73 million Americans on the "Ed Sullivan Show".

http://www.hembeck.com/Images/FredSez/BeatlesEdSullivan.jpg

I remember this so clearly -- my parents (who were in their 50s just did not get it, but they were pretty tolerant about it compared to some of my friends' parents)

[Staxsun]

http://www.hembeck.com/Images/FredSez/BeatlesEdSullivan.jpg

I remember this so clearly -- my parents (who were in their 50s just did not get it, but they were pretty tolerant about it compared to some of my friends' parents)


That was the great thing about Ed Sullivan. The parents all loved him and his show, and they figured that if it was okay with Ed then they were okay with it.

[saturn]

The hugely popular "Heartbreak Hotel" was recorded by Elvis Presley for RCA Records in 1956.

http://image.listen.com/img/356x237/7/3/4/0/700437_356x237.jpg

In 1979, Rod Stewart started a four week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy".

http://www.photofeatures.com/rodstewart/images/prevs/s16013a.jpg

Birthdays today:

Roberta Flack is 67 and Leontyne Price is 80.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/0/0d/Roberta_Flack.jpg/180px-Roberta_Flack.jpg http://www2.nemcc.edu/mspeople/ATT442200.jpg

[saturn]

In 1967, the Monkees announced that they would play all their own instruments on future recordings.


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Gene Vincent was born on this day in 1935. Singer - "Be-Bop-A-Lula", which epitomized rockabilly at its prime in 1956 with its sharp guitar breaks, spare snare drums, fluttering echo, and his breathless, sexy vocals. He died in 1971 in Los Angeles.

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Happy Birthday to Sheryl Crow, age 44, and to Bobby "Boris" Pickett, age 67.

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[saturn]

"Rhapsody in Blue", the classic, by George Gershwin was first performed on this day in 1924.

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Celine Dion’s "The Power of Love" was the #1 single in the U.S. in 1994

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Happy Birthday today to Michael McDonald of The Doobie Brothers, age 55.

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Happy Birthday also to Chynna Phillips, of the group Wilson Philipps, who is 39.

http://www.voanews.com/english/images/chynna_phillips_publicity_150.jpg

[Staxsun]

On this date in 1989,Tiny Tim runs for mayor of New York City (and amazingly loses). London police bust Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, and Marianne Faithfull on drug charges in 1967. Screamin Jay Hawkins records "I Put a Spell on You" in 1956. Jimi Hendrix is given an honorary high school degree and the key to his hometown of Seattle Washington in 1968. Happy Birthday to Gene McDaniels, 72, Ray Manzarek, 68, Steve Hackett, 57, and Arsenio Hall, 49. Also born on this date were Charles "Hungry" Williams in 1935, Gregory Hines, and Lorne Greene in 1915. Lost ot us on this date were Sal Mineo in 1976, Eubie Blake in 1983, Screamin Jay Hawkins in 2000, Sammi Smith in 2005, Oliver in 2000, and George "Earring" Mayweather in 1995.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Happy Birthday to Graham Nash 2/12/42

[saturn]

Born on this day in 1919, Tennessee Ernie Ford, singer and TV presenter, who had a 1955 US No.1 single with ‘Sixteen Tons’. Ford died on October 17th 1991.

http://image.listen.com/img/356x237/5/9/7/6/746795_356x237.jpg

Lotsa birthdays today --

Peter Tork, 63; Peter Gabriel, 57 and Henry Rollins, 46.

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[Staxsun]

On this date in 1983, Marvin Gaye sings the National Anthem at the NBA All-Star Game. The first of Michael Jackson's children, Prince, is born in 1997. "Al Green Day" is declared in Los Angeles in 1978. Gary Lewis records "Count Me In" in 1965. Don & Phil Everly graduate from Marine Corps boot camp in San Diego, and Don marries British actress Venetia Stevenson in 1962. Jefferson Starship records "Miracles" in 1975. Born on this date were King Floyd in 1945, Boudleaux Bryant in 1920, and Wingy Manone in 1900. Lost to us on this date were Blind Boy Fuller in 1941, Toni Fisher in 1999, Waylon Jennings in 2002, and Hip Linkchain in 1989.

[saturn]

In 1992, the film "Waynes World" premiered in the US. It featured a brief cameo appearance from Meat Loaf and with Alice Cooper appearing as himself.

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Born on this day in 1947, Tim Buckley, singer, songwriter who recorded the 1972 album "Greetings From LA". Tim died on June 29th 1975 of a heroin and morphine overdose.

http://www.blaskan.nu/Bilder/tim_buckley.jpg

Valentine's Day Birthdays: Rob Thomas, age 35 and Ice T (Tracy Morrow), 48

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[Staxsun]

On this date in 1973, David Bowie collapses from exhaustion after a Madison Square Garden concert in NYC. Aretha Franklin records "Respect" in 1967. John Lennon & Yoko Ono co-host TV's "Mike Douglas Show" for a week in 1972. The Who record their "Live at Leeds" album in Yorkshire England in 1970. "Steppenwolf Day" is declared in Los Angeles as they announce their breakup in 1972. The Captain & Tenille marry in 1974 in Virginia City Nevada. Rod Stewart and Olivia Newton-John attend Elton John's first wedding in Sydney Australia in 1984. Neil Diamond records "Cherry Cherry" in 1966. Happy Birthday to Michael Doucet, 56, Blowfly, 62, Otis Grand, 57, Phyllis McGuire (of the McGuire Sisters), 76, and Maceo Parker, 64. Also born on this date was Magic Sam in 1937. Lost to us on this date were Michael Bloomfield in 1981, Gary "B.B." Coleman in 1994, and Buddy Knox in 1999.

[Amy Winette]

Oh, Wayne's World, damn that was a funny movie, senior year of high school I'm quite certain everyone in my class was at the theater that premiere night laughing their asses off!

[saturn]

The Silhouettes reached the #1 spot on the charts with "Get A Job" on this day in 1958.

http://bojack.org/images/silhouettes.jpg

This was a sad day in music in 1965 as singer Nat ‘King’ Cole died in Santa Monica, CA. The music legend was 45.

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In 1981, Mike Bloomfield, guitarist, died of a drug overdose.

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Celebrating a birthday today: Melissa Manchester, age 55.

http://www.starlinkproductions.com/images/melissafr.jpg

[Orleansnj]

This is also the day that

Linda Ronstadt went to # 1 in 1975 with 'you're no good'

1964 - the Beatles album went to # 1 (Meet the Beatles)

[Staxsun]

On this day in 1967, the group Chicago forms (as the 'Big Thing'). The first primetime "Dick Clark Show" in 1958 features Connie Francis, Pat Boone, and Jerry Lee Lewis. "Rolling Stones Day" is declared in Minnesora in 1999 by Governor Jesse Ventura, a one-time Stones bodyguard. Jackie Wilson is shot twice by a jealous lover in 1961. He recovers but loses a kidney. The Ivory Coast village of Krinjabo names Michael Jackson "King of the Sanwis" in 1992. Ray Charles records "I Can't Stop Loving You" in 1962. The Marcels record "Blue Moon" in 1961. Big Joe Turner records the original "Shake Rattle and Roll" in 1954. Happy Birthday to Denny Zager of Zager & Evans, 63, and Brian Holland, songwriter, 66. Also born on this date were Joe Banashak (Instant and Minit Records) in 1923, and Alvin Cash in 1939. Lost to us on this date were Little Walter in 1968, John 'R' Richbourg in 1986, and Pee Wee Russell in 1969.

[saturn]

This is also the day that

Linda Ronstadt went to # 1 in 1975 with 'you're no good'

1964 - the Beatles album went to # 1 (Meet the Beatles)

Thanks for joining in. Nice to see more people adding to the info. :)

[saturn]

"Careless Whisper" by Wham! Climbed to the top of the Billboard Top 40 charts on this day in 1985

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Sonny Bono was born on this day in 1940.Singer in the group Sonny & Cher - "I've Got You Babe". He died in 1998.

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Happy Birthday to James Ingram, 41, and to Kirk Joseph, 46.

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[Staxsun]

On this date in 1964, the Beatles make their second appearance on the "Ed Sullivan Show". Aretha Franklin records "Spanish Harlem" in 1971. Rick Nelson starts his first-ever British tour in 1972. "Aretha Franklin Day" is celebrated in Detroit in 1968. Happy Birthday to James 'SuperChikan' Johnson, 56, Ice T, 49, and Andy Taylor of Duran Duran, 46. Also born on this date were Otis Blackwell, songwriter, in 1931, Bill Doggett in 1916, Bobby Lewis in 1927, and Herb and Hal Kalin (Kalin Twins) in 1939. Lost to us on this date were Brownie McGhee in 1996, Doris Troy in 2004, and Billy Ward in 2002.

[saturn]

1962, Gene Chandler started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with "Duke Of Earl".

http://f.hatena.ne.jp/images/fotolife/b/breguet/20060915/20060915184946.jpg


Pianist Theolonious Monk died in Weehawken, NJ at the age of sixty-four on this day in 1982.

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Gene Pitney was born on this day in 1941. He had a long run of hits distinguished by his pained, one-of-a-kind melodramatic wail. He died in April of 2006.

http://www.spectropop.com/remembers/150%20Gene%20Pitney.jpg


How can we keep love alive
How can anything survive
When these little minds tear you in two
What a town without pity can do


Happy Birthday today to Paris Hilton, who is 26. Her debut album, "Paris" was released in 2006. (She sings???)

http://news.softpedia.com/images/news2/Paris-Hilton-s-dog-bit-a-producer-2.jpg

[saturn]

In 1978, winners at this years Grammy Awards included Fleetwood Mac, Album of the year for "Rumours", The Eagles, Record of the year for "Hotel California" and Best pop vocal performance, The Bee Gees for "How Deep Is Your Love."

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Happy Birthday today to Yoko Ono, who is 64, and to John Travolta, who is 53.

http://www.internationalnewsagency.org/yoko%20ono.jpg http://www.diamondvues.com/archives/john_travolta.jpg

[UkKeith]

Born on this day in 1941 The Soul Queen of New Orleans . Also celebrating her Grammy, Irma Thomas.

[saturn]

Born on this day in 1941 The Soul Queen of New Orleans . Also celebrating her Grammy, Irma Thomas.

How did I miss that?!:o

Happy Birthday, Irma!

http://www.offbeat.com/artman/uploads/thomas.jpg

[sophisticated sissy]

In 1978, winners at this years Grammy Awards included Fleetwood Mac, Album of the year for "Rumours", The Eagles, Record of the year for "Hotel California" and Best pop vocal performance, The Bee Gees for "How Deep Is Your Love."

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Happy Birthday today to Yoko Ono, who is 64, and to John Travolta, who is 53.

http://www.internationalnewsagency.org/yoko%20ono.jpg http://www.diamondvues.com/archives/john_travolta.jpg


Saturn, John Lennon would be 66 if he were living. I always thought Yoko was about 10 years older than he was?

Anyway, I love this thread. It's lots of fun! I would have never known that Irma & Yoko shared the same birthday, otherwise.

[luvdancin]

Don't Yoko and John Travolta look alike????

[saturn]

In 2004, Johnny Cash's family blocked an attempt by advertisers to use his hit song ‘Ring of Fire’ to promote haemorrhoid-relief products. Cash's daughter Rosanne said the family "would never allow the song to be demeaned like that."

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1982, Ozzy Osbourne was arrested in San Antonio, Texas for pissing on the Alamo. Osbourne was wearing a dress at the time of his arrest.

http://www.music-free-download.net/images/artists/Ozzy-Osbourne_926_9524_5066108

Happy Birthday to Smokey Robinson, age 67, and Seal, age 44.

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[saturn]

Kurt Cobain of Nirvana was born on this day in 1967. Cobain committed suicide on April 5th 1994.
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Birthdays today:

Walter Becker, age 57; Buffy Ste. Marie, age 66; and Nancy Wilson, age 70.

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[Staxsun]

Actually Yoko Ono is now 74.

[Staxsun]

On this date in 1975, "Johnny Cash Day" is declared in Los Angeles. Ricky Nelson joins the cast of his parents' radio show in 1949. Cher legally separates from Sonny in 1974. Kiss immortalize their hand prints at Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood in 1976. Ringo Starr's X-rated film "Candy" premieres in 1969. The Beach Boys record "Don't Worry Baby" in 1964. Happy Birthday to Jerome Geils of the J. Geils Band, 61. Also born on this date was Randy California in 1951.

[Staxsun]

Since it's a slow day, I'm going to cheat and beat Saturn to the punch. I'm sure she'll forgive me this time. On this date in 1964, Elvis' "Kissin; Cousins" is sneak previewed in Long Beach California. Johnny Cash is released from a Nashville hospital in 2001 and wins a Grammy that night for "Best Male Vocal Country Performance". Happy Birthday to Bobby Charles, 69, Corey Harris, 38, Mary Chapin-Carpenter, 49, Charlotte Church, 21, and Jerry Harrison of the Talking Heads, 58. Also born on this date were Scrapper Blackwell in 1903, Nina Simone in 1932, and Vince Welnick in 1951. Lost to us on this date was Murray the K, the DJ in 1982.

[saturn]

Thanks Stax for getting the work done! :D

A couple more notes:
In 1981, Dolly Parton started a two week run at No.1 on the US charts with "9 to 5", from the movie of the same name, in which Dolly starred with Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda.

http://us.movies1.yimg.com/movies.yahoo.com/images/hv/photo/movie_pix/twentieth_century_fox/9_to_5/_group_photos/dolly_parton1.jpg

Gibson's first "Flying V" guitar is shipped from a factory in Kalamazoo, MI in 1958.

http://vintageguitars.org.uk/graphics/1958flyingV.jpg

David Geffen founder of Geffen Records was born on this day in 1943.

http://www.hurriyetusa.com/haberler_foto3/david_geffen_portre1.gif

[saturn]

Ernie K-Doe (Earnest Kador) was born on this day in 1936. His most famous hit "Mother-In-Law" went to #1 on the pop charts in 1961. K-Doe was known as an excellent performer and it's been said that in his heyday he'd give James Brown a run for his money. In his later years he performed mostly at his bar, Ernie K-Doe's Mother-In-Law Lounge on Claiborne Avenue. K-Doe died in New Orleans in University Hospital in 2001 at 65 years of age.

http://www.moonbattery.com/archives/Ernie_K-Doe.jpg

Andy Warhol, pop artist and producer died on this day in 1987 after a gall bladder operation. He produced and managed The Velvet Underground, designed the 1967 Velvet Underground And Nico "peeled banana" album cover and The Rolling Stones "Sticky Fingers" album cover.

http://jarnemec.com/filmy/warhol_andy/images/warhol_portrait.jpg
Eccentric avant-folk guitarist and composer John Fahey died on this day in 2001 after suffering complications following heart bypass surgery. He was 61.

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Happy Birthday to James Blunt ("You're So Beautiful"), age 30
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On this date in 1974, Ten Years After performs their last concert. The Beatles form their Northern Music publishing company (now owned by Michael Jackson) in 1963. Stevie Wonder wins a plagiarism lawsuit filed against him in Los Angeles over the song, " I Just Called to Say I Love You" in 1990. The Alan Freed movie, "The Big Beat" with Fats Domino, the Diamonds, the Del-Vikings, and Gogi Grant, debuts in Detroit in 1958. Also born on this date were Oliver in 1945, Bobby Hendricks in 1938, and James Reese Europe in 1881. Lost to us on this date were Florence Ballard of the Supremes in 1976, and Papa John Creach in 1994.

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"Crazy Little Thing Called Love" by Queen hit the top of the pop charts on this day in 1980.

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The Chiffons released "He's So Fine" on this day in 1963.The tune rose to #1 in March.

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Happy Birthday to Johnny Winter, age 63 and to Howard Jones, age 52.

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On this date in 2003, Simon & Garfunkel sing together (first time in ten years) as they receive a Lifetime Achievement Grammy Award. Ringo Starr makes his first solo TV appearance, on "Laugh In" in 1970. Little Richard receives a Lifetime Achievement Grammy in 1993. A federal jury decides that the Isley Brothers recorded "It's Your Thing" after leaving Motown Records and the label is not entitled to royalties in 1977. The Police sign with A & M Records in 1978. Happy Birthday to Brad Whitford of Aerosmith, 55, and Rusty Young of Poco, 61. Lost to us on this date were Melvin Franklin of the Temptations in 1995, and Don Coryell in 2004.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Happy Birthday to Johnny Winter, age 63 and to Howard Jones, age 52.

Happy Birthday Johnny Winter!!!

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1973, Roberta Flack's song "Killing Me Softly With His Song", started a five-week run at the top of the charts. The song was written about US singer songwriter Don McLean.

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In 1992, Kurt Cobain married Courtney Love in Waikiki, Hawaii. The press reported that the couple were expecting a baby in September.

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Happy Birthday today to Michelle Shocked, age 45, and Rupert Holmes (Pina Colada song), age 60.

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George Harrison was born on this day in 1943. The former Beatle and solo artist died of cancer in 2001.
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And the old guys keep raking in the dough --- In 2004, The Rolling Stones topped a US Rich List of music’s biggest money makers. The list was based on earnings during 2003 when the band played their “Forty Licks” tour, which made them $212 million in ticket, CD, DVD and merchandise sales. The three million fans who went to the shows spent an average of $11 each on merchandise.

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Where is he now? -- Christopher Cross took home five Grammy Awards on this night in 1981. Included in the five awards was Album of the Year for "Christopher Cross".

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Stuart Wood, guitarist for The Bay City Rollers - "Saturday Night" - is 50 years old today.

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