1937 – NBC formed the first full-sized symphony orchestra exclusively for radio broadcasting. The conductor for its first 17 years was Arturo Toscanini. 1961 – The Tokens’ “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” was released. 1965 – “Fever” by the McCoys’ was released. 1968 – The Beatles’ animated movie “Yellow Submarine” premiered in the U.S. 1971 – […]
1958 – Sam Cooke and Lou Rawls were injured in an auto accident near Marion, AR. Sam Cooke’s driver was killed in the accident. 1960 – Gregg Allman received a guitar for his 13th birthday. 1967 – The Moody Blues released “Nights in White Satin.” 1969 – “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” by Gene Autry received […]
1961 – Brian Epstein saw the Beatles play at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1962 – Motown Records released “You’ve Really Got a Hold on Me,” by the Miracles. 1963 – “Louie, Louie” was released by the Kingsmen. 1967 – The first issue of Rolling Stone was published in San Francisco. John Lennon was on […]
1939 – Frank Sinatra’s recorded were “Every Day of My Life” and “Ciribiribin”. They were the last songs he recorded with the Harry James Band. 1964 – Judy Garland and her daughter, Liza Minnelli appeared together at the London Palladium. 1967 – John Lennon’s “How I Won the War” opened in the U.S. It was […]
In a world where the electric guitar reigns supreme, Kiss frontman Paul Stanley, renowned for his own fiery riffs and commanding stage presence, has unveiled his list of top 13 favorite guitarists. As a legendary figure in rock ‘n’ roll, Stanley’s musical tastes offer insight into the artists who have inspired him throughout his iconic […]
1979 – “The Rose,” starring Bette Midler, premiered in Los Angeles, CA. 1986 – Willie Nelson made a guest appearance the series “Miami Vice” as a corrupt policeman. 1986 – The film “Sid And Nancy” opened nationally. 1988 – John Fogerty won his self-plagiarism court battle with Fantasy Records. The label claimed Fogerty copied his […]
Rock and roll history was made as guitar legend Jimmy Page and esteemed drummer Anton Fig joined forces for an electrifying performance at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The two music virtuosos left the audience in awe as they took the stage together, delivering a spellbinding set that will be remembered for years […]
1972 – James Taylor and Carly Simon were married. They separated in 1982 and were divorced later. 1977 – During a concert in London, Elton John announced that he was retiring from live performances. He resumed touring on February 3, 1979 in Sweden. 1992 – “Keep The Faith” by Bon Jovi was released. It was […]
In a spectacular performance that had fans roaring for more, iconic rock band KISS brought their ‘End of the Road’ tour to Acrisure Arena. This legendary group, known for their electrifying stage presence, did not disappoint. The show was a masterclass in rock and roll, complete with the band’s signature pyrotechnics, elaborate costumes, and, of […]
1962 – The Elvis Presley film “Girls! Girls! Girls!” premiered. 1963 – Dion stormed out of a taping of the English TV show “Ready Steady Go!” He complained that the go-go dancers were distracting him from his performance. 1963 – Kate Smith gave her first full concert to paying customers. 1966 – Mississippi John Hurt […]