1965, The Beatles wrap up their location shooting of Help! in the Bahamas. Ringo Starr recalled, "A hell of a lot of pot was being smoked while we were making the film. It was great. That helped make it a lot of fun." 1966, The first album by Love is released in the US. 1966, Sgt Barry Sadler started a five-week run at No.1 on the album chart with "The Ballad Of The … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – March 12
Peter Gabriel
Today in Rock History – November 8
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
Today in Rock History – October 2
1965, The McCoys were at number one on the US singles chart with "Hang On Sloopy." It was number five in the UK when released on Andrew Oldham’s new Immediate label. The song was first released by The Vibrations and called "My Girl Sloopy." 1967, All six members of The Grateful Dead were busted by California narcotics agents for possession of marijuana at the groups' 710 … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – October 2
Today in Rock History – September 11
1967, Filming began for The Beatles Magical Mystery Tour. There was no script, nor a very clear idea of exactly what was to be accomplished, not even a clear direction about where the bus was supposed to go. The "Magical Mystery Tour" bus set off for the West Country in England stopping for the night in Teignmouth, Devon were hundreds of fans greeted The Beatles at their … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – September 11
Today in Rock History – August 16
1938, American blues musician Robert Johnson died, likely poisoned by a jealous husband, at the age of 27 at a country crossroads near Greenwood, Mississippi. His recordings from 1936 -1937 have influenced generations of musicians including Muddy Waters, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Johnny Winter, Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton. 1962, Twelve -year … [Read more...] about Today in Rock History – August 16