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 – April 19
1965, The film T.A.M.I. (Teen-Age Music International) Show featuring The Rolling Stones, Supremes Four Tops, James Brown, The Beach Boys and Smokey Robinson & The Miracles opened in London, England under the title Teenage Command Performance.1965, The Beatles single "Ticket to Ride" was released on Capitol records in the US. The single's label stated that the song was from … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – April 19
Today in Rock History – February 21
1964, Three classic British singles were released, The Rolling Stones "Not Fade Away," a UK number three, The Hollies "Just One Look,"a UK number two, and Billy J Kramer's "Little Children," a UK number one. 1964, New York band The Echoes recruited a new, young unknown piano player, named Billy Joel. 1967, Pink Floyd started their first sessions at the EMI Studios, St. … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – February 21
Today in Rock History – February 7
1963, The first Beatles single "Please Please Me" was released in the US on the Vee Jay label. 1964, The Beatles' Pan Am flight was greeted by over 5,000 as it arrived at New York's JFK airport. This was the Fab Four's first US visit. 1967, Robin, Maurice and Barry Gibb of The Bee Gees returned to the UK after living in Australia for nine years. 1967, Mike Nesmith and … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – February 7
Today in Rock History – January 28
1965, The Moody Blues were at number one on the UK singles chart with "Go Now!" 1965, The Who made their first appearance on UK TV show Ready Steady Go! To project the desired image, the hand-picked audience consisted only of teens dressed in the current "Mod" fashion. 1966, The Cavern Club in Liverpool closes, having run up debts of 10,000 pounds. The club became world … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – January 28
