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This Day in Music History – February 8th

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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 – The House of Representatives Special Subcommittee on Legislative Oversight opened hearings on disc jockey “payola.”

1964 – The publisher of the song “Louie Louie” offered $1,000 to anyone would could find suggestive lyrics in the song.

1965 – The Supremes’ “Stop in the Name Of Love” was released.

1967 – Peter & Gordon split up.

1969 – George Harrison’s tonsils were removed at London’s University College Hospital. The tonsils were destroyed so they could not be sold.

1969 – The announcement of the formation of the band “Blind Faith” was made.

1972 – The official Beatles Fan Club disbanded.


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