This Day in Music History – August 18th

1949 – Ralph Flanagan and his orchestra recorded “You’re Breaking My Heart.”

1962 – Ringo Starr made his first appearance as a Beatle.

1962 – Peter, Paul & Mary’s “If I Had A Hammer” was released.

1973 – Gene Krupa played for the final time with the original Benny Goodman Quartet.

1973 – The Doobie Brothers’ “China Grove” was released.

1974 – Patrick Moraz replaced Rick Wakeman in Yes.

1977 – Funeral services for Elvis Presley were held at Graceland.

1977 – The Police performed as a trio for the first time after guitarist Henri Padovani left the band.

1979 – Nick Lowe and Carlene Carter were married in Los Angeles, CA.


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