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This Day in Music History – December 17th

1955 - Carl Perkins wrote "Blue Suede Shoes." Less than 48 hours later, he recorded it in Memphis, TN. 1965 - Judy Garland and The Supremes became first artists to perform at the Astrodome in Houston, TX. 1969 - Television history was made when Tiny Tim and Miss Vicki Budinger were married on "The Tonight Show" with Johnny Carson. 1970 - The Beach Boys played a show for Princess Margaret […]

todayDecember 17, 2019

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Pink Floyd ‘The Later Years’ Out Now

Pink Floyd Records has released 'Pink Floyd The Later Years'. The beautifully packaged 18-disc set (5xCDs, 6xBlu-Rays, 5xDVDs/2x7" singles) covers the material created by David Gilmour, Nick Mason and Richard Wright from 1987 onwards. The period generated record sales of over 40 million worldwide and included three studio albums: 'A Momentary Lapse Of Reason', 'The Division Bell' and 'The Endless River' as well as two live albums: 'Delicate Sound Of […]

todayDecember 16, 2019

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This Day in Music History – December 13th

1961 - The Beatles signed with manager Brian Epstein. 1966 - Jimi Hendrix released the single "Foxy Lady." The title was misprinted as "Foxey Lady" on the U.S. version of the album "Are You Experienced." 1974 - George Harrison had lunch with U.S. President Gerald Ford at the White House. 1975 - Foghat's "Slow Ride" was released. -- Photo Credit: Legacy Recordings

todayDecember 13, 2019

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The Beatles Pop-Up Shop Is Here For Holiday 2019

Beatlemania is coming to NYC this holiday season with a special limited-run pop-up from December 11-22, 2019. Offering a wide-selection of Fab Four-themed gifts, the unique retail environment immerses fans in the world of the legendary band. Sony Music's The Thread Shop and Apple Corps, Ltd. have created the pop-up to celebrate and showcase the first wave of products available under a newly announced licensing agreement for The Beatles merchandising […]

todayDecember 12, 2019

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The Doors: Break On Thru out Feb 12 2020

The Doors and Trafalgar Releasing today announced the upcoming release of The Doors: Break on Thru - A Celebration of Ray Manzarek, coming to cinemas worldwide for a one-night only event on February 12, 2020. The film will bring fans together in theaters to celebrate the extraordinary legacy of the late Ray Manzarek, co-founder and keyboardist of The Doors, on what would have been his birthday. This critically acclaimed, all-star […]

todayDecember 11, 2019

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This Day in Music History – December 10th

1949 - Fats Domino cut eight tracks during his first recording session at Cosimo Matassa’s J&M Studios. 1959 - The four male members of the Platters were acquitted on charges of aiding and abetting prostitution, lewdness and assignation. The charges stemmed from their August 10, 1959 arrest in Cincinnati, OH. 1963 - Donny Osmond made his debut with the Osmonds on NBC's "Andy Williams Show." 1965 - The Grateful Dead […]

todayDecember 10, 2019

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This Day in Music History – December 6th

1963 - The Supremes album "Meet the Supremes" was released. It was their first album. 1964 - The John Coltrane Quartet recorded "A Love Supreme." 1967 - Jim Morrison was arrested onstage in New Haven, CT, and charged with breach of peace and resisting arrest. 1968 - The Supremes' and the Temptations' "TCB (Takin' Care of Business") special aired on NBC-TV. 1971 - Richie Havens received a role in the […]

todayDecember 9, 2019

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This Day in Music History – December 6th

1968 - James Taylor's self-titled album was released in Britain. 1968 - Elvis Presley received one of 66,000 letters that U.S. President Nixon sent out to potential administrative office holders. 1969 - The Rolling Stones released the album "Beggar's Banquet." 1970 - "Gimme Shelter" opened in the U.S. It is a documentary film about the Rolling Stones' 1969 tour of the U.S. 1978 - Sid Vicious smashed glass in the […]

todayDecember 6, 2019

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This Day in Music History – December 5th

1791 - Composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart died in Vienna, Austria, at the age of 35. 1870 - Composer Vitezslav Novak was born. 1965 - The Beatles played in their hometown of Liverpool for the last time. 1980 - John Lennon gave his last interview. It was with Jonathan Cott of Rolling Stone.

todayDecember 5, 2019

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