1956 – Buddy Holly signed a recording contract with Decca Records. He left the “e” out of his last name (Holley) and dropped it from his stage name as well. 1958 – The “Annette” serial began on ABC-TV’s “Mickey Mouse Club.” The first episode was an introduction to the series presented by the housekeeper. 1960 […]
At the 2024 Grammy Awards, Joni Mitchell delivered a performance that was not just historic but a poignant reminder of her unparalleled influence on music and songwriting. Introduced by Brandi Carlile, Mitchell was celebrated for her groundbreaking contributions that have empowered artists to express the depths of their souls through music. Carlile’s introduction painted Mitchell […]
The Beach Boys, synonymous with the surf rock genre and creators of timeless American rock anthems, are set to bring their vibrant sounds to Wheeling’s Capitol Theatre on September 21 as part of their “Endless Summer Gold 2024” tour. This stop, among others, promises fans a nostalgic journey through the band’s illustrious career, led by […]
At the 33rd annual MusiCares event, Jon Bon Jovi, celebrated as the 2024 MusiCares Person of the Year, kicked off the festivities with a performance that immediately captured the audience’s attention. Before the accolades and speeches could begin, Bon Jovi and his band set the tone for the evening with their new hit “Legendary,” showcasing […]
Bruce Springsteen, affectionately known as The Boss, has shared a heartfelt tribute to his beloved mother, Adele, who passed away at the age of 98. Battling Alzheimer’s disease for over a decade, Adele’s spirit continued to shine through her love for dance, a passion that deeply connected her to her son and his music. Springsteen […]
1956 – The Rock and Roll Ice Revue opened at the Roxy Theater in New York City. 1964 – The governor of Indiana declared that the song “Louie Louie” by the Kingsmen was pornographic. He requested that the state’s radio stations not play the song. 1963 – Neil Young, at age 17, performed his first […]
Joni Mitchell, a name synonymous with influential songwriting and profound musical impact, is set to make her debut performance at the Grammy Awards on February 4th. At 80, Mitchell remains a beacon of inspiration in the music world. Her journey has been nothing short of remarkable, especially considering her triumphant return to music following a […]
1956 – At Decca Records’ Nashville studios, Buddy Holly’s first official recording session took place. “Blue Days, Black Nights” was recorded and became his debut single. 1966 – Eric Burdon (The Animals) sang lead vocals for Manfred Mann at a London concert. 1970 – Australia’s first rock festival ended. The Ourimbah Rock Festival had begun […]
1940 – Mary Martin recorded “My Heart Belongs to Daddy.” 1958 – Elvis Presley’s “Jailhouse Rock” became the first single to ever enter the U.K. pop chart at Number One. 1963 – Cilla Black debuted as a vocalist at the Cavern Club in Liverpool. 1969 – Creedence Clearwater Revival released the single “Proud Mary.” 1970 […]
1957 – Elvis Presley recorded “Teddy Bear.” 1961 – Bob Dylan arrived in New York City. He made his professional singing debut when he opened for John Lee Hooker at Gerde’s Folk City on April 11. 1962 – Brian Epstein signed with the Beatles as their manager and began to direct their image away from […]