1965, Although he swore he would never allow the band to appear on his show again, Ed Sullivan plays host to the Rolling Stones for a second time. To prevent any disturbances among the group's fans, the Stones are locked in the Ed Sullivan Show studios for the entire day. They perform "The Last Time," "Little Red Rooster," "Everybody Needs Somebody," and "2120 South Michigan … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – May 2
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Today in Rock History – May 1
1965, Herman's Hermits started a three week run at number one on the US singles chart with "Mrs Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter." 1966, The Beatles played a 15-minute live set on stage for the last time in the UK when they appeared at the NME Poll Winners concert at Wembley Empire Pool. The Beatles set included five songs: "I Feel Fine," "Nowhere Man," "Day Tripper," "If … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – May 1
Today in Rock History – April 30
1966, The Rolling Stones fourth album Aftermath went to number one on the UK charts. It was the group's third chart topping album. 1966, The Young Rascals went to number one on the American singles chart with "Good Lovin." The song had been a hit for The Olympics the year before. 1967, Pink Floyd appeared at the Plaza Teen Club in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – April 30
RadioActive Away V
Everyone's Uncle Marty, with Daytona the on the Airedale say welcome back to our 739th adventure of The 3D RadioActivity as we undertake yet another musical GetAWAY! 15 cuts, this has been another fun faceted focus. Be sure to tune in next time as we take you AWAY again with more classic cuts you may have over looked and heard. Got any suggestions that haven't hit our … [Read more...] about RadioActive Away V
Today in Rock History – April 29
1967, The 14-hour Technicolour Dream benefit party for The International Times was held at Alexandra Palace, Muswell Hill in London. Seeing the event mentioned on TV, John Lennon called his driver and went to the show. Coincidentally, Yoko Ono was one of the performers. More than thirty acts appeared included The Move, The Pretty Things, Soft Machine, Tomorrow, The Flies, The … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – April 29