1965 – The television trade publications “Daily Variety” and “The Hollywood Reporter” ran an ad seeking “Folk & Roll Musicians-Singers for acting roles in new TV series.” The final four choices became the stars in the television show “The Monkees.”
1972 – Mott The Hoople released “All The Young Dudes.”
1977 – Jimmy McCulloch quit Paul McCartney & Wings to join a reformed lineup for the Small Faces.
1978 – David Bowie’s “Stage” album was released by RCA Records.
1988 – Elton John sold some of his costumes and concert memorabilia at an auction in London for $6.2 million.
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