Under the sweltering sun of California’s Central Valley, thousands gathered at the Toyota Amphitheatre, united by a singular purpose—to see the legendary Willie Nelson. As the sun dipped below the horizon and a cool breeze swept through the crowd, Nelson took the stage with his iconic, weathered guitar, Trigger, launching into “Whiskey River” and capturing […]
A long-awaited statue honoring legendary Irish guitarist Rory Gallagher has been unveiled outside Belfast’s Ulster Hall, but the tribute has quickly struck a sour note with fans. Unveiled by Belfast Lord Mayor Micky Murray, the statue was crafted by Anto Brennan, Jessica Checkley, and David O’Brien of Bronze Art Ireland. The design was inspired by […]
1957 – Fats Domino recorded “I’m Walkin’.” 1960 – Bobby Darin, Della Reese and Connie Francis performed together on the “Ed Sullivan Show.” 1964 – The Beatles made their first appearance on U.S. television in a film clip shown on the “Jack Paar Show.” It was a performance of the song “She Loves You.” 1967 […]
Music fans at the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, rang in the New Year with a rock-and-roll celebration to remember. Jason Bonham, son of the legendary Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, joined Billy Joel onstage during Joel’s New Year’s Eve concert to perform the Zeppelin classic “Whole Lotta Love”—a surprise that thrilled the crowd […]
1961 – The Beach Boys played a show under this name for the first time at a Ritchie Valens memorial concert in Long Beach, CA. 1969 – Jimi Hendrix introduced his new Band of Gypsys at a show at the Fillmore East in New York. Parts of that show and the show on January 1 […]
Neil Young has once again delved into his extensive archives for the latest installment of his Fireside Sessions, treating fans to the first performance of “Pardon My Heart” in over 50 years. Shared exclusively on his Neil Young Archives website, the intimate rendition follows a recent rare performance of “Silver and Gold” on December 25, […]
1943 – “San Fernando Valley” was recorded by Bing Crosby. 1963 – The Weavers gave their farewell concert at Orchestra Hall in Chicago, IL. 1967 – Dave Mason quit Traffic and started a solo career. 1982 – Jamaica issued a Bob Marley commemorative stamp. 1994 – Lisa “Left-Eye” Lopes pled guilty to arson charges for […]
1940 – Singer Al Jolson and actress Ruby Keeler were divorced after 12 years of marriage that included that final year of separation. 1963 – The Animals perform on their first radio broadcast on the BBC show “Saturday Club.” 1964 – The Supremes made their first appearance on TV’s “Ed Sullivan Show.” 1970 – “Hello, […]
1955 – Bill Haley and the Comets’ “See You Later Alligator” was released by Decca Records. 1961 – Jay & the Americans recorded “She Cried.” 1963 – Capitol Records released the Beatles’ “I Want to Hold Your Hand” backed with “I Saw Her Standing There.” 1967 – The Dave Brubeck Quartet formally disbanded after Paul […]
1959 – Chuck Berry was arrested for transporting a minor across a state line for an immoral purpose. 1959 – The Drifters recorded “This Magic Moment.” 1964 – Brian Wilson (Beach Boys) suffered a nervous breakdown on a flight from L.A. to Houston. The event led Wilson to stop touring with the group. 1964 – […]