1970 – The Ed Sullivan Show, airs clips of the Beatles performing “Let It Be” and “Two of Us.” It’s the last time the band appear on the show that introduced them to American fans.
2010 – Dave Mustaine says police were called to the set of a video shoot because — 2010 – Dave Mustaine says police were called to the set of a video shoot because Megadeth were using a tank in their promo film. Checking in via his [...]
2009 – Kelly Clarkson went to No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘My Life — 2009 – Kelly Clarkson went to No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘My Life Would Suck Without You’. US singer Clarkson won American Idol in 2000 and [...]
2006 – Jackson 5 drummer Johnny Jackson… — 2006 – Jackson 5 drummer Johnny Jackson is found stabbed to death in his Gary, Indiana, home. The Jackson family cousin, who was part of the group’s live [...]
2005 – Chris Curtis, drummer with The Searchers died aged 63 after a long illness — 2005 – Chris Curtis, drummer with The Searchers died aged 63 after a long illness. (1964 UK No.1 single ‘Needles And Pins’, 1964 US No.3 single ‘Love Potion Number Nine’). Be [...]
2005 – Martin Bashir, producer of the Living with Michael Jackson… — 2005 – Martin Bashir, producer of the Living with Michael Jackson documentary, appears as a witness for the prosecution at the King of Pop’s child molestation trial in [...]
2004 – Michael Jackson unveiled a new website, www.mjjsource.com — Michael Jackson 2004 – Michael Jackson unveiled a new website, www.mjjsource.com. The site featured a celebration of his music career plus news on his current criminal trial, including short biographies of [...]
2004 – Time Warner sell the Warner Music Group… — 2004 – Time Warner sell the Warner Music Group to an investment group led by former Universal chairman Edgar Bronfman Jr. The WMG is home to Madonna, Metallica, [...]
2004 – Reclusive cult star Scott Walker… — 2004 – Reclusive cult star Scott Walker, who during the ’60s went from teen idol to recording demented songs that crossed Jacques Brel with Ingmar Bergman, signs a [...]
2003 – Nelly, Ashanti, Musiq and B2K each win two award… — 2003 – Nelly, Ashanti, Musiq and B2K each win two awards at the 17th annual Soul Train Music Awards. Mariah Carey and LL Cool J win Quincy Jones [...]
2003 – Great White: A casualty of the Feb. 20 Rhode Island… — 2003 – A casualty of the Feb. 20 Rhode Island nightclub fire set off by rock band Great White’s pyrotechnics dies in hospital, bringing the death toll to [...]
2002 – Doreen Waddell, a former vocalist with the … — 2002 – Doreen Waddell, a former vocalist with the group Soul II Soul, dies after fleeing from a store where she had been accused of shoplifting and being struck by [...]
2002 – Limp Bizkit’s tour manager testifies… — 2002 – Limp Bizkit’s tour manager testifies at an inquest into a fan’s death at a 2001 Australian concert. He said the show was understaffed and poorly [...]
2001 – Collin Raye receives the Artist Humanitaria… — 2001 – Collin Raye receives the Artist Humanitarian Award from Country Radio Broadcasters Inc. Presented to Raye by Clint Black during opening ceremonies for that years Country Radio Seminar, the [...]
1999 – The original lineup of ’80s chart regulars … — 1999 – The original lineup of ’80s chart regulars Madness enter a London studio to start recording their first new album since 1984′s “Keep Moving.” Among the group’s more well-known [...]
1999 – Sony Music Distribution raises wholesale pr… — 1999 – Sony Music Distribution raises wholesale prices on audio CDs by 8 cents. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1997 – ‘Bowie Bonds’ were issued on the US Stock Exchange. Linked to David — 1997 – ‘Bowie Bonds’ were issued on the US Stock Exchange. Linked to David Bowie’s back catalogue albums with money earned on the bonds via interest from royalties, investors could [...]
1997 – a Motley Crue fan who claimed his hearing had been irreparably — 1997 – a Motley Crue fan who claimed his hearing had been irreparably damaged after a show in New Jersey had his lawsuit thrown out of court. The judge told [...]
1995 – Bruce Springsteen wins four Grammys for “St… — 1995 – Bruce Springsteen wins four Grammys for “Streets of Philadelphia” from the Tom Hanks film “Philadelphia.” Sheryl Crow wins three awards, including Record of the Year. Tony Bennet wins [...]
1995 – Bill Berry collapses in Lausanne, Switzerla… — 1995 – Bill Berry collapses in Lausanne, Switzerland due to a brain aneurysm. It’s the first of several medical mishaps for R.E.M.’s world tour. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1995 – At the Grammys this evening, Sheryl Crow… — 1995 – At the Grammys this evening, Sheryl Crow is awarded Song of the Year for “All I Wanna Do” and is named Best New Artist. Album of the [...]
1994 – Nirvana played their final ever concert when they appeared — 1994 – Nirvana played their final ever concert when they appeared at The Terminal Einz in Munich, Germany. The 3,000 capacity venue was a small Airport Hanger. The power went [...]
1991 – Frank Smith from Air Supply died of pneumonia in Melbourne, Australia. (1980 — 1991 – Frank Smith from Air Supply died of pneumonia in Melbourne, Australia. (1980 UK No.11 single ‘All Out Of Love’, 1981 US No.1 single ‘The One That You Love’). Be [...]
1989 – Madonna started a $5 million, (£2.9m) sponsorship deal with Pepsi Cola. — 1989 – Madonna started a $5 million, (£2.9m) sponsorship deal with Pepsi Cola. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1989 – R.E.M. kicked off the US leg of the ‘Green World Tour’, — 1989 – R.E.M. kicked off the US leg of the ‘Green World Tour’, in Louisville, Kentucky. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1986 – Mr Mister started a two week run at No.1 on the US singles — 1986 – Mr Mister started a two week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Kyrie’, the groups second US No.1, a No.11 hit in the UK. Also [...]
1986 – Gary Glitter was admitted to hospital, suffering from an — 1986 – Gary Glitter was admitted to hospital, suffering from an accidental overdose of sleeping pills. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1986 – during a UK tour The Bangles appeared at Glasgow’s — 1986 – during a UK tour The Bangles appeared at Glasgow’s Queen Margaret Union. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1986 – Mr. Mister is No. 1… — 1986 – Mr. Mister is No. 1 on the American singles chart with “Kyrie.” Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1982 – Jimmy Page releases his first solo… — 1982 – Jimmy Page releases his first solo album, the soundtrack to Death Wish II. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1980 – Blondie were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Atomic’ — 1980 – Blondie were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘Atomic’ the group’s third UK No.1 single. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1980 – Patti Smith married MC5 guitarist Fred “Sonic” Smith — 1980 – Patti Smith married MC5 guitarist Fred “Sonic” Smith. Smith died on November 4th 1994. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1980 – Patti Smith marries former MC5… — 1980 – Patti Smith marries former MC5 guitarist Fred “Sonic” Smith in Detroit. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1977 – appearing at Friars, Aylesbury, England, Iggy Pop — 1977 – appearing at Friars, Aylesbury, England, Iggy Pop and David Bowie plus The Vibrators. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1977 – Sara Lowndes Dylan files… — 1977 – Sara Lowndes Dylan files for divorce from Bob Dylan in Santa Monica, Calif. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1975 – winners at this years Grammy Awards included; Paul McCartney — 1975 – winners at this years Grammy Awards included; Paul McCartney for Best pop vocal on ‘Band On The Run’, Olivia Newton-John won Record Of The Year for ‘I Honestly [...]
1975 – The Eagles went to No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Best — 1975 – The Eagles went to No.1 on the US singles chart with ‘Best Of My Love’, the first of five US No.1′s for the band. The highest chart position [...]
1975 – Bob Dylan started a two-week run at No.1 on the US — 1975 – Bob Dylan started a two-week run at No.1 on the US album chart with ‘Blood On The Tracks’ his second US No.1 album. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1975 – Olivia Newton-John’s “I Honestly Love You”… — 1975 – Olivia Newton-John’s “I Honestly Love You” is named Record of the Year At the 17th annual Grammy Awards. Stevie Wonder wins Album of the Year for [...]
1974 – Chris Difford placed an advert in a shop window ‘lyricist seeks — 1974 – Chris Difford placed an advert in a shop window ‘lyricist seeks musician for co-writing’ Glen Tillbrook answered the ad. The pair went on to form Squeeze. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1974 – Queen kick off their first headlining… — 1974 – Queen kick off their first headlining tour of England in Blackpool. Queen are an English rock band formed in 1970 in London by guitarist Brian May, lead [...]
1973 – Beach Boys: The New York Joffrey Ballet premieres… — 1973 – The New York Joffrey Ballet premieres the Deuce Coupe Ballet. The work is based completely around the music of the Beach Boys. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1973 – Born on this day, Ryan Peake, guitar, Nickelback, (2002 US No.1 & UK No — 1973 – Born on this day, Ryan Peake, guitar, Nickelback, (2002 US No.1 & UK No. 4 single ‘How To Remind You’, 2001 US No.2 & 2002 UK No.2 album [...]
1970 – appearing at The Northcote Arms, Middlesex, England — 1970 – appearing at The Northcote Arms, Middlesex, England, Mott The Hoople supported by Genesis. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1970 – Charles Manson’s album “Lie” is released … — 1970 – Charles Manson’s album “Lie” is released on Awareness Records. Profits go to Manson’s defense. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1969 – Jim Morrison of The Doors was charged with lewd — 1969 - Jim Morrison of The Doors was charged with lewd and lascivious behaviour after showing his penis to the audience during a show in Miami. He was found guilty [...]
1969 – Born on this day, Dafydd Leuan, drums, Super Furry — 1969 – Born on this day, Dafydd Leuan, drums, Super Furry Animals, (1998 UK No.12 single ‘Ice Hockey Hair’). Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1968 – Elton John’s first single ‘I’ve Been Loving You To Long’ was released — 1968 – Elton John’s first single ‘I’ve Been Loving You To Long’ was released on the Phillips label, it didn’t chart. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1967 – working at Abbey Road studios, London, The Beatles — The Beatles at Abby road Studios 1967 – working at Abbey Road studios, London, The Beatles started recording a new song John Lennon song ‘Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds.’ Be Sociable, [...]
1966 – Gene Clark of The Byrds announced he was leaving the group — The Byrds 1966 – Gene Clark of The Byrds announced he was leaving the group due to his fear of flying. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1966 – No. 1 Chart Toppers Pop Hit: “The Ballad o… — 1966 – No. 1 Chart Toppers Pop Hit: “The Ballad of the Green Berets,” Staff Sgt. Barry Sadler. The single sells more than 1 million copies in its first two [...]
1966 – during an 11-date tour of Australia and New Zealand The Rolling — 1966 – during an 11-date tour of Australia and New Zealand The Rolling Stones played at the Civic Theatre, Auckland, New Zealand. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1963 – Born on this day, Rob Affuso, Skid Row, (1989 US No.4 — 1963 – Born on this day, Rob Affuso, Skid Row, (1989 US No.4 & 1990 UK No.12 single ’18 And Life’). Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1961 – Elvis Presley signed a five-year movie deal with producer — 1961 – Elvis Presley signed a five-year movie deal with producer Hal Wallis. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1958 – Eighties hit-maker and songwriter Nik Kershaw is born… — 1958 – Eighties hit-maker and songwriter Nik Kershaw is born in Bristol, England. His songs have been covered by Elton John, Bonnie Tyler, and Chesney Hawkes. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1958, Buddy Holly and the Crickets began their only UK tour, a 25 date, twice — Buddy Holly and the Crickets 1958, Buddy Holly and the Crickets began their only UK tour, a 25 date, twice- nightly package with Des O’Connor, Gary Miller, The Tanner Sisters and [...]
1957 – Chuck Berry releases “School Days” … — 1957 – Chuck Berry releases “School Days” on Chess Records. It becomes his biggest hit to date, peaking at No. 3. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1955 – CBS talent scout Arthur Godfrey turned down the chance to sign Elvis Presley — 1955 – CBS talent scout Arthur Godfrey turned down the chance to sign Elvis Presley Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1950 – Rock critic and Bruce Springsteen biographer… — 1950 – Rock critic and Bruce Springsteen biographer Dave Marsh is born in Pontiac, Mich. Be Sociable, Share! [...]
1944 – The Who’s Roger Daltrey is born on This Day in Rock! — 1944 – The Who’s Roger Daltrey is born in Hammersmith, England. Roger Harry Daltrey, CBE (born 1 March 1944), is a rock vocalist, songwriter, and actor, best known as the founder [...]
1944 – Born on this day, Mike D’Abo, singer, songwriter, Manfred Mann — 1944 – Born on this day, Mike D’Abo, singer, songwriter, Manfred Mann, (1968 UK No.1 & US No.10 single ‘Mighty Quinn’). Wrote ‘Handbags & Gladrags’ covered by Rod Stewart and [...]
1942 – Born on this day, Jerry Fisher, vocals, Blood Sweat & Tears — Blood, Sweat and Tears 1942 – Born on this day, Jerry Fisher, vocals, Blood Sweat & Tears, (1969 US No.12 & UK No.35 single ‘You’ve Made Me So Very Happy’). Be Sociable, [...]
1927 – Harry Belafonte is born in Harlem, N.Y. His… — 1927 – Harry Belafonte is born in Harlem, N.Y. His 1956 album “Calypso” tops Chart Toppers’s pop album chart for 31 weeks. Only Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” and the soundtrack to [...]
1904 – Big band leader Glenn Miller is born in Cla… — 1904 – Big band leader Glenn Miller is born in Clarinda, Iowa. His orchestra has 23 No. 1 songs, including the million-sellers “In the Mood” and “Tuxedo Junction.” His plane [...]
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