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 – […]
After decades of public ups and downs, iconic musician Art Garfunkel revealed that he recently reunited with his former music partner and lifelong friend Paul Simon. The reunion, described as deeply emotional and cathartic, offered a fresh start for the legendary duo who once defined the sound of a generation. Speaking in a recent interview […]
The nominees for the 67th Grammy Awards, set to be held on February 2, 2025, in Los Angeles, have been announced. This year, the Grammy spotlight shines on Beyoncé, whose creative leap into country music with her album Cowboy Carter garnered her a leading 11 nominations across genres. She’s up for major awards like Album, […]
In a major music deal, Pink Floyd has sold the rights to their recorded works to Sony Music for an estimated $400 million. Guitarist David Gilmour, 78, expressed relief over the sale, saying it puts an end to decades of disputes with his former bandmates. Gilmour’s Reflections on the Sale Gilmour shared with the Los […]
The world is mourning the loss of Quincy Jones, a monumental figure in the music industry whose influence spanned generations and genres. The composer, producer, and musician passed away today, November 4, at the age of 91, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped the sound of popular music. Seattle Roots and Global Reach Born in […]
1961 – Bob Dylan made his Carnegie Chapter Hall debut in New York City. The show was seen by 50 people who paid two dollars each at Carnegie Hall. 1971 – Bob Dylan recorded the song “George Jackson.” Jackson was a black militant what had been killed in a California prison shootout. 1973 – Soft […]
1964 – The Dave Clark Five performed “Glad All Over” on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” 1968 – George Harrison released the soundtrack “Wonderwall.” He was the first Beatle to release a solo album. 1969 – Faces was added to Warner Brothers records. 1987 – U2 opened for itself by pretending to be a country-rock group […]
Jeff Lynne brought his Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) back to Los Angeles’ Kia Forum on Friday and Saturday, delivering a nostalgia-packed farewell tour performance that delighted fans with his classic pop-rock hits. This Over and Out Tour marks the final stretch of ELO’s live journey, wrapping up in London’s Hyde Park next summer, although an […]
Legendary rock singer-songwriter Stevie Nicks is using her voice and platform to advocate for abortion rights, inspired by personal experiences and the recent setbacks in U.S. federal protections. In an interview with CBS Sunday Morning, Nicks expressed a deep connection to the issue, having faced a similar situation in the 1970s when she chose to […]
1960 – Mick Jagger and Keith Richards accidentally met on a train. They had known each other previously from school. 1964 – The Rolling Stones made their first appearance on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” 1967 – The Diana Ross & The Supremes single “In And Out Of Love” was released. 1968 – In London, Led […]