1965, The Rolling Stones played the last night on a 16-date tour of Australia and New Zealand at the Capital Theatre in Perth. Also appearing on the tour was Roy Orbison, The Newbeats and Ray Columbus and the Invaders. 1965, The Who make their US record debut with the release of "I Can't Explain," backed with "Bald Headed Woman." It is ignored throughout most of the US, … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – February 13
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Today in Rock History – January 30
1964, The Searchers were at number one on the UK singles chart with the Sonny Bono song "Needles And Pins." The group's second UK chart topper had originally been recorded by Jackie DeShannon 1967, The Beatles shoot a promotional clip for "Strawberry Fields Forever" in Kent, England. 1967, The Jimi Hendrix Experience are filmed at London's Saville Theatre to promote their … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – January 30
ReOpening 3Doors
Everyone's Uncle Marty, and Daytona the on the Airedale are here to let you know that this is chapter 725 of The 3D RadioActivity, as we go back to a previous portal from over seven years ago with a clear cut case of ReOpening 3D Doors. Twist your knob to ReOpening 3Doors!https://archive.org/download/The3dRadioactivity/3dradio_20240121-725_ReOpening3Doors.mp3 We've … [Read more...] about ReOpening 3Doors
Today in Rock History – January 21
1965, The Byrds record "Mr. Tambourine Man." The only actual member of the band who performs on the record is lead guitarist/singer Jim McGuinn. Musicians from the fabled "Wrecking Crew," including Larry Knetchel on bass, Leon Russell on piano, Hal Blaine on drums, Jerry Cole and Bill Pittman on guitar, replace the rest of the band. These musicians provided the backing … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – January 21
Today in Rock History – January 20
1967, Jimi Hendrix performed at Haverstock Hill Country Club in London. 1967, The Monkees TV show was shown for the first time in the UK. 1968, Fleetwood Mac, The Move, The Crazy World Of Arthur Brown and Fairport Convention all appeared at the Roundhouse Chalk Farm in London. 1968, The Who play at Festival Hall in Brisbane, Queensland. The performances go over … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – January 20