More than five decades after Led Zeppelin turned “Dazed and Confused” into a rock staple, the original composer is once again fighting for recognition. Jake Holmes has filed a new copyright infringement lawsuit against Jimmy Page, this time also naming Sony Pictures and other co-defendants involved in the Becoming Led Zeppelin documentary. Filed in a […]
1965 – Keith Richards began writing the Rolling Stones’ “Satisfaction” in a Florida hotel room. 1973 – In Boston, Paul Simon began his first tour without Art Garfunkel. 1977 – Dolly Parton made her New York singing debut. 1978 – The Bee Gees announced the launch of UNICEF benefit concerts. 1994 – Pearl Jam filed […]
Ozzy Osbourne is preparing to take his final bow with a heartfelt solo performance during his long-awaited farewell concert in Birmingham this July. According to Sammy Hagar, who will be among the star-studded lineup of support acts, Ozzy plans to sing five of his own songs at the July 5 event at Villa Park. Hagar […]
1965 – The Supremes’ “Back In My Arms Again” was released. 1967 – Elvis Presley and Priscilla Beaulieu were married. They were together until 1973. 1969 – Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash taped a TV special at the Grand Ol’ Opry in Nashville, TN. 1969 – Jimi Hendrix was arrested at Toronto International Airport for […]
1953 – Frank Sinatra and arranger Nelson Riddle teamed up for the first time. 1957 – Elvis recorded “Jailhouse Rock.” 1960 – Fats Domino recorded “Walking to New Orleans.” 1965 – The Kinks began their first British tour. 1965 – Herman’s Hermits and the Zombies began their first U.S. tour. 1976 – In Memphis, Bruce […]
1960 – Dick Clark told the U.S. House of Representatives that he had never taken payola for the records he featured on his show “American Bandstand.” 1968 – The musical “Hair” opened on Broadway. 1976 – Bruce Springsteen climbed the wall of Graceland to meet Elvis Presley. Elvis wasn’t home. 1979 – Van Halen’s “Dance […]
ZZ Top isn’t slowing down anytime soon. The legendary Texas trio has announced their massive 51-date North American Elevation tour, kicking off June 1 in Victoria, British Columbia, and wrapping October 10 in Terre Haute, Indiana. Following a record-setting 99 shows in 2024, frontman Billy Gibbons seems determined to push even harder this year. After […]
1961 – Elvis Presley made his last stage appearance for nearly eight years at Bloch Arena, HI. 1968 – The Beatles refused to perform for the Queen of England at a British Olympic Appeal Fund show because “Our decision would be the same no matter what the cause. We don’t do benefits.” 1970 – The […]
1959 – “Your Hit Parade” aired for the last time. The show had been on since 1935. 1961 – Bob Dylan earned a $50 session fee for playing harmonica on Harry Belafonte’s “Midnight Special.” It was his recording debut. 1968 – Apple Records refused to sign David Bowie. 1977 – Talking Heads began its first […]
The Prince of Darkness is rising again. At 76, Ozzy Osbourne is preparing to take the stage one last time—twice in a single day. The iconic metal frontman revealed he’s undergoing intensive physical training in preparation for Black Sabbath’s farewell performance, followed by his own solo set on July 5th at Birmingham’s Villa Park. Dubbed […]