1965, The Beatles worked on a new George Harrison song "Think For Yourself" at Abbey Road for their forthcoming Rubber Soul album. After rehearsing the song, they recorded the basic instrumental track in one take. 1966, The Who go into CBS Studios in London and record at least two takes of the backing track for their next single "Happy Jack." John and Keith then go to Regent … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – November 8
Genesis
Today in Rock History – October 23
1966, The Jimi Hendrix Experience recorded their first single "Hey Joe," at De Lane Lea studios in London. The earliest known commercial recording of the song is the late-1965 single by the Los Angeles garage band the The Leaves. The band then re-recorded the track and released it in 1966 as a follow-up single which became a hit. The Byrds also performed and recorded a version … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – October 23
Psychedelic Time Warp – Show 21
Hosted by Bart Shore. A generic show with Spirit, the Lemon Pipers, a Beatles demo, live Grateful Dead, John Lennon, the Stones, the Leaves , Genesis, Robin Trower, Led Zeppelin, Grand Funk, and lots of abbreviated bands: REM, CSNY, CCR, ELO, BOC, NRBQ, along with live Pink Floyd from the BBC. Also comedy from Monty Python and National Lampoon. For a list of … [Read more...] about Psychedelic Time Warp – Show 21
Today in Rock History – October 13
1965, The Who go into IBC Studio A in London for a midnight session to record their next single. The final release version of "My Generation" is laid down as well as "The Kids Are Alright." The next day Glyn Johns makes mono mixes of the two songs plus the UK B-side to "My Generation," "Shout and Shimmy," that had been recorded in April. He also prepares the 2:42 edited version … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – October 13
Today in Rock History – October 11
1962, The Beatles made their first appearance on the UK singles chart with "Love Me Do," which peaked at number four. 1964, The Who performed at Wolsey Hall, Cheshunt, England. 1967, The Doors appeared at Danbury High School, Danbury, Connecticut. Before the group came on stage, an announcer told the audience not to leave their seats during the performance or they would … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – October 11