1953 – Singer Julius LaRosa was fired publicly on “Arthur Godfrey Time” by Godfrey. 1966 – The Yardbirds arrived in New York for their first U.S. tour. 1967 – “I Second That Emotion” by Smokey Robinson & the Miracles was released by Tamla-Motown. 1979 – Prince’s second album “Prince” was released. 1992 – The Metallica […]
In the annals of rock history, few power ballads resonate as profoundly as “Every Rose Has Its Thorn.” Sung by Bret Michaels, the frontman of the glam metal band Poison, this iconic track has etched its place in the hearts of rock enthusiasts. But what’s the story behind this timeless classic? Written by Michaels himself, […]
1957 – “Jailhouse Rock”, the Elvis Presley film, premiered in Memphis. 1960 – Billboard reported that Dion and the Belmonts were breaking up. 1962 – The Beatles first appeared on Great Britain’s Grenada TV Network. 1967 – The musical “Hair” premiered at New York’s Public Theatre. The show ran for 1,758 performances. 1968 – Jose […]
On October 16, in 1972, the world of rock music mourned the breakup of one of its most iconic bands, Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR). This split marked the end of an era, leaving fans and the music industry in shock. CCR, led by the enigmatic John Fogerty, had risen to prominence with a string of […]
In a recent podcast interview, legendary musician Paul McCartney opened up about the dynamics of the Beatles and the unexpected challenges the band faced during their iconic recording sessions. McCartney’s revelations shed light on the role of Yoko Ono, John Lennon’s wife, during this influential period in music history. McCartney described how Yoko’s presence in […]
1957 – Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra introduced the Ford Edsel on an hour long special. 1963 – In Britain, the Beatles appeared on the ITV’s “Sunday Night at the Palladium.” It was their first appearance on a major TV show. 1967 – Pat Boone, the owner of the Oakland Oaks, sang the national anthem […]
In a surprising turn of events, the Eagles were forced to replace Steely Dan as the opening act for their final Michigan concert. The unexpected change thrilled fans as they witnessed a memorable night of musical legends. Steely Dan, known for their jazz-influenced rock, had to bow out due to unforeseen circumstances. In their place, […]
1957 – Little Richard tossed four diamond rings into the Hunter River in Sydney, Australia, to prove that he was giving up rock-n-roll for his faith in God. He returned to music five years later. 1962 – Little Richard headlined a concert in New Brighton. One of the opening acts was the Beatles. 1968 – […]
Roger Waters, the iconic co-founder of Pink Floyd, took the stage at the London Palladium, leaving fans in awe with an epic performance that pushed the boundaries of concert experiences. The show, which took place on Thursday night, featured a setlist that defied expectations. Waters’ setlist was a masterclass in musical storytelling, spanning nearly four […]
In a recent concert that left fans roaring for more, Metallica delivered an electrifying performance that will be etched in the annals of rock history. The iconic metal band took to the stage with their signature intensity, serving up a setlist of classics that had the audience headbanging in unison. One of the standout moments […]