BIRTHDAYS:
Three Dog Night frontman Cory Wells is 68.
The Standells organist Larry Tamblyn is 67.
Two members of Blood, Sweat, and Tears share a birthday. Trumpet player Charles Winfield is 67, and keyboardist Al Kooper is 66.
Former Steve Miller Band guitarist David Denny is 62.
Singer-songwriter Barrett Strong is 69. While he had a hit in 1960 with the song "Money," Strong had greater success as a Motown Records staff lyricist. He penned such classics as "I Heard It Through the Grapevine," Edwin Starr's "War," and the Grammy-winning Temptations' hit "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone."
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Hal Blaine is 81. He's a session drummer who played on many of Phil Spector's famous "Wall of Sound" sessions in the early 1960s.
MUSIC HISTORY:
In 1955
The Penguins' "Earth Angel" peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1957
Bill Haley arrived in London to begin his first tour of the UK.
In 1960
Neil Sedaka recorded the songs "Stairway to Heaven" and "Run Samson Run" in a session in New York.
In 1966
Petula Clark's "My Love" hit number one on the pop singles chart.
The Mamas and the Papas' "California Dreamin'" and Nancy Sinatra's "These Boots Were Made For Walking" broke into the Top 40.
Paul Revere and the Raiders appeared on "American Bandstand."
In 1969
The Monkees were a guest on "The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour."
The Beatles' album "Yellow Submarine" was certified Gold.
In 1972
Badfinger's "Day After Day" peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
T. Rex's "Telegram Sam" hit number one on the UK pop singles chart.
Bread's "Everything I Own" and Carole King's "Sweet Seasons" broke into the Top 40.
New releases included Paul Simon's first solo single, "Mother and Child Reunion," and Neil Young's single "Heart of Gold.
In 1973
Elton John's single "Crocodile Rock" was certified Gold.
In 1979
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers released their self-titled album.
In 1980
The Styx album "Cornerstone" was certified Gold and Platinum.
In 1981
Joni Mitchell was inducted into the Juno Hall of Fame in Canada.
In 1991
Eric Clapton kicked off a 24-night stand at London's Royal Albert Hall, highlights from which were released as the two-disc set, "24 Nights."
In 1993
Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood reunited for an appearance at Universal Studios in Los Angeles to tape the MTV special "Unplugged."
In 1998
Elton John and Stevie Wonder performed at the White House at a state dinner for British Prime Minister Tony Blair.
In 2002
Barry Manilow performed a concert at Radio City Music Hall in New York, and donated the proceeds from the show to the Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund. The fund was established by former President Bill Clinton and former Senator Bob Dole to help the families of the victims of the September 11th terrorist attacks.
Yusuf Islam, who's also known as Cat Stevens, issued a statement calling on those who had kidnapped "Wall Street Journal" reporter Daniel Pearl to, quote, "show the world the Mercy of Islam" and set him free.
In 2003
Former Doors drummer John Densmore filed a lawsuit against the other surviving members of the band and its new singer and drummer, claiming they were violating a copyright by using the name The Doors.
T. Rex percussionist Mickey Finn was remembered at a private funeral service in London. He had died on January 11th after a lengthy period of poor health, including liver and kidney problems. He was 55.
Elton John and Lulu were among the performers at a benefit concert for London's Old Vic Theater.
In 2005
"Lynyrd Skynyrd's Super Bowl Saturday Night Special" aired on CMT.
In 2006
The Rolling Stones provided the halftime entertainment at Super Bowl 40 in Detroit. Stevie Wonder was among the artists who participated in the pregame show, while Aaron Neville, Aretha Franklin, and Dr. John collaborated on the national anthem at the start of the game.
In 2007
The Beatles and the Apple computer company reached a new agreement in their lengthy trademark infringement dispute.
Phil Spector reached a settlement in his lawsuit against his former assistant, whom he accused of taking several hundred-thousand-dollars from his different accounts without authorization. The settlement included the assistant dropping her countersuit, and she was ordered to pay Spector 900-thousand-dollars.
In 2008
The Elvis Presley license plate was unveiled at an event at the Elvis Automobile Museum at Graceland Plaza in Memphis. The Tennessee plate raises money for the Elvis Presley Memorial Trauma Center in Memphis.
DISTANT REPLAY:
In 1971, the Apollo 14 astronauts, Alan Shepard Jr. and Edgar Mitchell landed on the moon.
Friday, February 5, 2010
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Oldies Daysheet: Wednesday, February 3
MUSIC NEWS:
Heart, Natalie Cole, Gladys Knight, Barbra Streisand, Carlos Santana and more turned out to record a new version of the USA For Africa charity single "We Are The World" this week. Producer Quincy Jones and singer-songwriter Lionel Richie, who produced and co-wrote the iconic charity anthem with the late Michael Jackson, have confirmed production of a "We Are The World" remake to benefit earthquake-ravaged Haiti. Jones and Richie are working with Haitian-born rapper Wyclef Jean and a legion of celebrity voices on the track. The world premiere of "We Are The World 25 For Haiti" will air during NBC's coverage of the Opening Ceremony of the Vancouver Winter Olympics on Friday, February 12th.
BIRTHDAYS:
The Kinks guitarist Dave Davies is 63.
The Temptations' Dennis Edwards is 67.
The Hollies bassist Eric Haydock is 68.
Joan Jett and The Blackhearts drummer Lee Crystal is 52.
Melanie is 63.
Dion and the Belmonts' Angelo D'Aleo is 69.
MUSIC HISTORY:
In 1958
Paul Anka's "You Are My Destiny" and Elvis Presley's "I Beg Of You" broke into the Top 40.
In 1959
Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and P.J. "The Big Bopper" Richardson were killed an a plane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa.
In 1961
Bob Dylan made his first recording, taping "San Francisco Bay Blues" in New York.
In 1962
Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling In Love" peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
The Shirelles' "Baby, It's You" peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
The Everly Brothers' "Crying in the Rain" broke into the Top 40.
In 1964
The Beatles single "I Want To Hold Your Hand" backed with "I Saw Her Standing There" was certified Gold. It was the group's first Gold certification.
In 1967
Jimi Hendrix recorded the song "Purple Haze."
Producer Joe Meek killed himself in an apparent murder-suicide incident. He was 38. He's best remembered for writing and producing The Tornados' hit "Telstar."
In 1968
The Lemon Pipers' "Green Tambourine" hit number one on the pop singles chart.
The Human Beinz's "Nobody But Me" peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
Dionne Warwick's "(Theme From) Valley of the Dolls" broke into the Top 40.
Paul McCartney and a host of studio musicians recorded the track "Lady Madonna."
In 1969
John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr signed on with Alan Klein to become their business manager. Paul McCartney wouldn't sign with Klein, but instead wanted to work with girlfriend Linda's father, Lee Eastman.
In 1972
Leon Russell's album "Leon Russell & The Shelter People" was certified Gold.
In 1973
Elton John's "Crocodile Rock" hit number one on the pop singles chart.
Marvin Gaye's "Trouble Man" peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
Paul McCartney and Wings' "Hi Hi Hi" peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.
Roberta Flack's "Killing Me Softly With His Song," Dr. Hook's "The Cover of the Rolling Stone," and Eric Weissberg and Steve Mandell's "Dueling Banjos" broke into the Top 40.
In 1976
David Bowie kicked off a North American tour with a show in Seattle.
In 1978
Harry Chapin met with then-President Jimmy Carter to discuss hunger in America.
In 1979
Del Shannon and The Drifters were among the artists who performed at a 20th anniversary concert at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, commemorating the deaths of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper.
In 1981
Diana Ross' album "Diana" and Stevie Wonder's album "Hotter Than July" were certified Gold and Platinum.
In 1992
Neil Young and John Mellencamp helped announce plans for a fifth Farm Aid Concert, to take place on March 14th in Irvine, Texas.
In 1993
Paul McCartney taped a concert for MTV at The Ed Sullivan Theater in New York.
Eric Clapton's album "Unplugged" was certified multi-Platinum, while his "Unplugged" video was certified Platinum.
Neil Young's album "Harvest Moon" was certified Platinum.
In 1995
The Beatles' album "Live at the BBC" was certified Gold, Platinum, and multi-Platinum, while Rush's album "Archives" was certified Gold and Platinum.
In 1997
Graham Nash was honored by the New York Institute of Technology with an Arts and Technology Medal and an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters for his efforts to bridge art and technology.
In 2000
Bob Dylan and The Band's album "The Basement Tapes" was certified Gold.
In 2002
Paul McCartney, Patti LaBelle, and Barry Manilow were among the performers at the Super Bowl.
In 2003
Phil Spector was arrested in connection with the murder of actress Lana Clarkson. He was later released on one-million-dollars bail.
In 2004
Phil Spector revealed that he was no longer being represented by one-time O.J. Simpson lawyer Robert Shapiro, and instead had retained the services of Leslie Abramson. Abramson made a name for herself as the defense attorney for convicted killer Erik Menendez, who along with his brother, Lyle, was found guilty of murdering his parents.
Sax player Cornelius Bumpus, who had worked with a number of artists including the Doobie Brothers, Boz Scaggs, and Steely Dan, died of a heart attack while on a plane from New York to California. He was 52.
The CD and DVD "Soul Comes Home," featuring performances from Isaac Hayes, Mavis Staples, Al Green, and others at the concert launching the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, was released.
In 2005
The family of Lana Clarkson filed a lawsuit against Phil Spector, accusing the legendary producer of negligence, battery, and wrongful death in connection with the woman's 2003 passing. Spector, who's also involved in criminal proceedings relating to the case, has pled not guilty to the murder charge he's facing, and has said he also isn't responsible for Clarkson's death.
Former Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir was among the rockers who participated in the Dave Matthews and Friends Caribbean Cruise Getaway, which set sail from South Florida
In 2007
Former Patti Smith Group guitarist Lenny Kaye emceed a benefit concert in Brooklyn, New York in support of Question Mark and the Mysterians frontman Question Mark, whose home was destroyed in a fire a few weeks earlier.
In 2008
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers were the halftime performers for Super Bowl 42 in Glendale, Arizona, while "American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks sang the national anthem before the big game.
Stevie Wonder performed at a rally in Los Angeles in support of Illinois Senator Barack Obama a couple of days before the California primary.
DISTANT REPLAY:
In 1959, a plane crash in Clear Lake, Iowa, claimed the lives of rockers Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and J-P "The Big Bopper" Richardson. Don McLean remembered the event in his classic song "American Pie," calling it "the day the music died." Holly was 22-years-old, Valens was 17 and The Big Bopper was 28.
Heart, Natalie Cole, Gladys Knight, Barbra Streisand, Carlos Santana and more turned out to record a new version of the USA For Africa charity single "We Are The World" this week. Producer Quincy Jones and singer-songwriter Lionel Richie, who produced and co-wrote the iconic charity anthem with the late Michael Jackson, have confirmed production of a "We Are The World" remake to benefit earthquake-ravaged Haiti. Jones and Richie are working with Haitian-born rapper Wyclef Jean and a legion of celebrity voices on the track. The world premiere of "We Are The World 25 For Haiti" will air during NBC's coverage of the Opening Ceremony of the Vancouver Winter Olympics on Friday, February 12th.
BIRTHDAYS:
The Kinks guitarist Dave Davies is 63.
The Temptations' Dennis Edwards is 67.
The Hollies bassist Eric Haydock is 68.
Joan Jett and The Blackhearts drummer Lee Crystal is 52.
Melanie is 63.
Dion and the Belmonts' Angelo D'Aleo is 69.
MUSIC HISTORY:
In 1958
Paul Anka's "You Are My Destiny" and Elvis Presley's "I Beg Of You" broke into the Top 40.
In 1959
Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and P.J. "The Big Bopper" Richardson were killed an a plane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa.
In 1961
Bob Dylan made his first recording, taping "San Francisco Bay Blues" in New York.
In 1962
Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling In Love" peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
The Shirelles' "Baby, It's You" peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
The Everly Brothers' "Crying in the Rain" broke into the Top 40.
In 1964
The Beatles single "I Want To Hold Your Hand" backed with "I Saw Her Standing There" was certified Gold. It was the group's first Gold certification.
In 1967
Jimi Hendrix recorded the song "Purple Haze."
Producer Joe Meek killed himself in an apparent murder-suicide incident. He was 38. He's best remembered for writing and producing The Tornados' hit "Telstar."
In 1968
The Lemon Pipers' "Green Tambourine" hit number one on the pop singles chart.
The Human Beinz's "Nobody But Me" peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
Dionne Warwick's "(Theme From) Valley of the Dolls" broke into the Top 40.
Paul McCartney and a host of studio musicians recorded the track "Lady Madonna."
In 1969
John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr signed on with Alan Klein to become their business manager. Paul McCartney wouldn't sign with Klein, but instead wanted to work with girlfriend Linda's father, Lee Eastman.
In 1972
Leon Russell's album "Leon Russell & The Shelter People" was certified Gold.
In 1973
Elton John's "Crocodile Rock" hit number one on the pop singles chart.
Marvin Gaye's "Trouble Man" peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
Paul McCartney and Wings' "Hi Hi Hi" peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.
Roberta Flack's "Killing Me Softly With His Song," Dr. Hook's "The Cover of the Rolling Stone," and Eric Weissberg and Steve Mandell's "Dueling Banjos" broke into the Top 40.
In 1976
David Bowie kicked off a North American tour with a show in Seattle.
In 1978
Harry Chapin met with then-President Jimmy Carter to discuss hunger in America.
In 1979
Del Shannon and The Drifters were among the artists who performed at a 20th anniversary concert at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, commemorating the deaths of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper.
In 1981
Diana Ross' album "Diana" and Stevie Wonder's album "Hotter Than July" were certified Gold and Platinum.
In 1992
Neil Young and John Mellencamp helped announce plans for a fifth Farm Aid Concert, to take place on March 14th in Irvine, Texas.
In 1993
Paul McCartney taped a concert for MTV at The Ed Sullivan Theater in New York.
Eric Clapton's album "Unplugged" was certified multi-Platinum, while his "Unplugged" video was certified Platinum.
Neil Young's album "Harvest Moon" was certified Platinum.
In 1995
The Beatles' album "Live at the BBC" was certified Gold, Platinum, and multi-Platinum, while Rush's album "Archives" was certified Gold and Platinum.
In 1997
Graham Nash was honored by the New York Institute of Technology with an Arts and Technology Medal and an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters for his efforts to bridge art and technology.
In 2000
Bob Dylan and The Band's album "The Basement Tapes" was certified Gold.
In 2002
Paul McCartney, Patti LaBelle, and Barry Manilow were among the performers at the Super Bowl.
In 2003
Phil Spector was arrested in connection with the murder of actress Lana Clarkson. He was later released on one-million-dollars bail.
In 2004
Phil Spector revealed that he was no longer being represented by one-time O.J. Simpson lawyer Robert Shapiro, and instead had retained the services of Leslie Abramson. Abramson made a name for herself as the defense attorney for convicted killer Erik Menendez, who along with his brother, Lyle, was found guilty of murdering his parents.
Sax player Cornelius Bumpus, who had worked with a number of artists including the Doobie Brothers, Boz Scaggs, and Steely Dan, died of a heart attack while on a plane from New York to California. He was 52.
The CD and DVD "Soul Comes Home," featuring performances from Isaac Hayes, Mavis Staples, Al Green, and others at the concert launching the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, was released.
In 2005
The family of Lana Clarkson filed a lawsuit against Phil Spector, accusing the legendary producer of negligence, battery, and wrongful death in connection with the woman's 2003 passing. Spector, who's also involved in criminal proceedings relating to the case, has pled not guilty to the murder charge he's facing, and has said he also isn't responsible for Clarkson's death.
Former Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir was among the rockers who participated in the Dave Matthews and Friends Caribbean Cruise Getaway, which set sail from South Florida
In 2007
Former Patti Smith Group guitarist Lenny Kaye emceed a benefit concert in Brooklyn, New York in support of Question Mark and the Mysterians frontman Question Mark, whose home was destroyed in a fire a few weeks earlier.
In 2008
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers were the halftime performers for Super Bowl 42 in Glendale, Arizona, while "American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks sang the national anthem before the big game.
Stevie Wonder performed at a rally in Los Angeles in support of Illinois Senator Barack Obama a couple of days before the California primary.
DISTANT REPLAY:
In 1959, a plane crash in Clear Lake, Iowa, claimed the lives of rockers Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and J-P "The Big Bopper" Richardson. Don McLean remembered the event in his classic song "American Pie," calling it "the day the music died." Holly was 22-years-old, Valens was 17 and The Big Bopper was 28.
Monday, February 1, 2010
Oldies Daysheet: Monday, February 1
BIRTHDAYS:
The Everly Brothers' Don Everly is 73.
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell is 60.
Kansas guitarist Rich Williams is 59.
Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show frontman Ray Sawyer is 73.
The Kingston Trio's Bob Shane is 76.
Elvis' daughter Lisa Marie Presley is 42.
MUSIC HISTORY:
1958: The Silhouettes' "Get A Job" hit number one on the soul charts.
1961: Elvis Presley released the single "Surrender."
1962: Elvis Presley released the single "Good Luck Charm."
1963: Bobby Darin purchased Trinity Music publishing company, giving him the rights to his own music as well as that of several other artists under contract with the company.
1964: Indiana Governor Matthew Welsh called for a ban on the Kingsmen's song "Louie Louie," saying the lyrics were, quote, "pornographic." The FCC investigated the song and concluded the lyrics were, quote, "unintelligible at any speed."
The Beatles' "I Want To Hold Your Hand" hit number one. It held on to the top spot for seven weeks.
Leslie Gore's "You Don't Own Me" peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
The Beatles' "She Loves You" broke into the Top 40.
Bob Dylan released the album "The Times They Are A-Changin'."
1965: New releases included The Rolling Stones' album "The Rolling Stones Now" and The Beatles' EP "4 By The Beatles."
1966: The Rascals recorded the single "Good Lovin'."
1967: The Monkees released the album "More of the Monkees."
The Beatles began work on the album "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band."
1968: Elvis Presley became a father when his wife Priscilla gave birth to their only child, Lisa Marie.
The Doors announced several projects, including a 500-thousand-dollar movie deal, an ABC-TV special, and a book of lyrics and poetry from Jim Morrison. Only the book materialized.
1969: Led Zeppelin opened for Iron Butterfly at a show at the Fillmore East in New York.
Tommy James and the Shondells' "Crimson & Clover" hit number one on the pop singles chart.
Booker T & the MG's released the single "Time is Tight."
1970: Jackie DeShannon was a guest on "The Ed Sullivan Show."
New releases included Van Morrison's album "Moondance" and James Taylor's album "Sweet Baby James."
1971: New releases included Jethro Tull's album "Aqualung" and The Raiders' single "Indian Reservation."
1972: Neil Young released the album "Harvest."
1975: Stevie Wonder's "Boogie On Reggae Woman" peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
1976: The Eagles released the album "Eagles - Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975." The album has become the best selling disc in the U.S., and the third best seller world wide.
1980: New releases included Bob Seger's album "Against The Wind" and Billy Joel's album "Glass Houses."
1982: It was "Bar-Kays Day" in Memphis.
1985: Glenn Frey made his acting debut, playing the part of a pilot on the TV show "Miami Vice." The episode was based on his song "Smuggler's Blues."
1986: Heart's single "These Dreams" broke into the Top 40 chart.
1987: The Gregg Allman Band released the album "I'm No Angel."
1988: AC/DC released the album "Blow Up Your Video."
1993: Paul McCartney released the album "Off The Ground."
2004: Barry Manilow was released from a Palm Springs, California hospital, a day after he was admitted with chest pains. He underwent testing and treatment for an irregular heartbeat.
2005: Eric Clapton became the father of another girl when his wife, Melia, gave birth to their third daughter in London.
205: The DVD of the Ray Charles biopic "Ray" was released.
2006: Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder organized a benefit concert in Cerritos, California in support of Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts. Alice Cooper and Styx guitarist Tommy Shaw were among the rockers who participated in the event.
2007: The late James Brown's disputed widow, Tomi Rae Hynie, filed her petition in Aiken Country Common Pleas Court to formally contest the singer's will. Neither she nor her five-year-old son were included in the document.
2009: Buce Springsteen and the E Street Band played the halftime show for Super Bowl 43 in Tampa, Florida, while Journey was among the performers during the pre-game festivities.
DISTANT REPLAY:
1968: Vince Lombardi resigned as coach of the Green Bay Packers, after winning the first two Super Bowls.
The Everly Brothers' Don Everly is 73.
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell is 60.
Kansas guitarist Rich Williams is 59.
Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show frontman Ray Sawyer is 73.
The Kingston Trio's Bob Shane is 76.
Elvis' daughter Lisa Marie Presley is 42.
MUSIC HISTORY:
1958: The Silhouettes' "Get A Job" hit number one on the soul charts.
1961: Elvis Presley released the single "Surrender."
1962: Elvis Presley released the single "Good Luck Charm."
1963: Bobby Darin purchased Trinity Music publishing company, giving him the rights to his own music as well as that of several other artists under contract with the company.
1964: Indiana Governor Matthew Welsh called for a ban on the Kingsmen's song "Louie Louie," saying the lyrics were, quote, "pornographic." The FCC investigated the song and concluded the lyrics were, quote, "unintelligible at any speed."
The Beatles' "I Want To Hold Your Hand" hit number one. It held on to the top spot for seven weeks.
Leslie Gore's "You Don't Own Me" peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
The Beatles' "She Loves You" broke into the Top 40.
Bob Dylan released the album "The Times They Are A-Changin'."
1965: New releases included The Rolling Stones' album "The Rolling Stones Now" and The Beatles' EP "4 By The Beatles."
1966: The Rascals recorded the single "Good Lovin'."
1967: The Monkees released the album "More of the Monkees."
The Beatles began work on the album "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band."
1968: Elvis Presley became a father when his wife Priscilla gave birth to their only child, Lisa Marie.
The Doors announced several projects, including a 500-thousand-dollar movie deal, an ABC-TV special, and a book of lyrics and poetry from Jim Morrison. Only the book materialized.
1969: Led Zeppelin opened for Iron Butterfly at a show at the Fillmore East in New York.
Tommy James and the Shondells' "Crimson & Clover" hit number one on the pop singles chart.
Booker T & the MG's released the single "Time is Tight."
1970: Jackie DeShannon was a guest on "The Ed Sullivan Show."
New releases included Van Morrison's album "Moondance" and James Taylor's album "Sweet Baby James."
1971: New releases included Jethro Tull's album "Aqualung" and The Raiders' single "Indian Reservation."
1972: Neil Young released the album "Harvest."
1975: Stevie Wonder's "Boogie On Reggae Woman" peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
1976: The Eagles released the album "Eagles - Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975." The album has become the best selling disc in the U.S., and the third best seller world wide.
1980: New releases included Bob Seger's album "Against The Wind" and Billy Joel's album "Glass Houses."
1982: It was "Bar-Kays Day" in Memphis.
1985: Glenn Frey made his acting debut, playing the part of a pilot on the TV show "Miami Vice." The episode was based on his song "Smuggler's Blues."
1986: Heart's single "These Dreams" broke into the Top 40 chart.
1987: The Gregg Allman Band released the album "I'm No Angel."
1988: AC/DC released the album "Blow Up Your Video."
1993: Paul McCartney released the album "Off The Ground."
2004: Barry Manilow was released from a Palm Springs, California hospital, a day after he was admitted with chest pains. He underwent testing and treatment for an irregular heartbeat.
2005: Eric Clapton became the father of another girl when his wife, Melia, gave birth to their third daughter in London.
205: The DVD of the Ray Charles biopic "Ray" was released.
2006: Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder organized a benefit concert in Cerritos, California in support of Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts. Alice Cooper and Styx guitarist Tommy Shaw were among the rockers who participated in the event.
2007: The late James Brown's disputed widow, Tomi Rae Hynie, filed her petition in Aiken Country Common Pleas Court to formally contest the singer's will. Neither she nor her five-year-old son were included in the document.
2009: Buce Springsteen and the E Street Band played the halftime show for Super Bowl 43 in Tampa, Florida, while Journey was among the performers during the pre-game festivities.
DISTANT REPLAY:
1968: Vince Lombardi resigned as coach of the Green Bay Packers, after winning the first two Super Bowls.
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