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In 1862, the "Battle Hymn of the Republic", a poem by Julia Ward Howe, was published in the Atlantic Monthly. In 1893, the opera "Manon Lescaut," by Giacomo Puccini, premiered in Turin, Italy. In 1896, one of the best-known operas of all time, "La Boheme" by Giacomo Puccini, premiered in Turin.
1900 - 1909
In 1904, Enrico Caruso recorded his first sides for Victor Records. He did ten songs in the session ... for $4,000.
1930 - 1939
In 1939, Benny Goodman and his Orchestra recorded "And the Angels Sing", on Victor Records, on this day. The vocalist on that number, who went on to find considerable fame at Capitol Records, was Martha Tilton.
1940 - 1949
In 1940, Frank Sinatra cut his first record with the Tommy Dorsey Band. The song was "The Sky Fell Down." In 1941, "Downbeat Magazine" reported this day that Glenn Miller had inked a new three-year contract with RCA Victor Records. The pact guaranteed Miller $750 a side, the fattest record contract signed to that time. In 1949, a new era of records as the RCA record company released the first single record ever, which spun at 45 revolutions per minute.
1950 - 1959
In 1958, TOPPING THE SOUL CHARTS SILHOUETTES and "GET A JOB" [starting a 4-week run at #1]
1960 - 1969
In 1960, "Go, Jimmy, Go" by Jimmy Clanton peaked at #5 on the pop singles chart. In 1960, "Waltzing Matilda" by Jimmie Rodgers peaked at #41 on the pop singles chart. In 1961, "Surrender" single by Elvis Presley was released In 1962, "Good Luck Charm" single by Elvis Presley was released In 1963, BOBBY DARIN TURNS ENTREPRENEUR In February 1963 the Rock & Roll Crooner becomes businessman, purchasing the TRINITY MUSIC publishing firm.. Over the next several years, it would not only hold rights to songs he wrote himself, (like "18 YELLOW ROSES" and "YOU'RE THE REASON I'M LIVING") but those from composers he'd put under contract including Kenny Young & Artie Resnick ("UNDER THE BOARDWALK), TERRY MELCHER ("HEY LITTLE COBRA") and Rudy Clark ("THE SHOOP SHOOP SONG" made famous by Betty Everett) In 1963, READING ABOUT DION Dion lists "101 things I dig" in the February issue of TEEN WORLD magazine. In 1963, READING ABOUT ELVIS That month's issue of "ESQUIRE" magazine includes an article about the star titled "$10 Million Later" In 1964, "She Loves You" by Beatles entered the Top 40 chart. In 1964, "The Times They Are A Changin'" album by Bob Dylan was released In 1964, Indiana Governor Matthew Welsh declares The Kingsmen's "Louie, Louie" to be "pornographic" and calls for its ban. The FCC investigates, in the end concluding the song's lyrics to be "unintelligible at any speed". The record sold more copies than ever. In 1964, "Baby, I Love You" by The Ronettes peaked at #24 on the pop singles chart. In 1964, "I Want To Hold Your Hand" by The Beatles peaked at #1 on the pop singles chart and stayed there for seven weeks. A parody that came out was "I Wanna Bite Your Hand". This marked the start of 14 consecutive weeks that a BEATLES tune will top the charts. After 7 weeks "HAND" is followed by "SHE LOVES YOU" for 2, and "CAN'T BUY ME LOVE" for 5 more. In 1964, "Out Of Limits" by The Marketts peaked at #3 on the pop singles chart. In 1964, "You Don't Own Me" by Lesley Gore peaked at #2 on the pop singles chart. In 1964, the #1 SONG IN ENGLAND is The SEARCHERS and "NEEDLES AND PINS", which would soon become their first hit in America. In 1965, "The Rolling Stones Now" album by The Rolling Stones was released In 1965, after his trouser-splitting antics, P.J. Proby was not allowed to perform at ABC venues. In 1965, Martin Luther King, Jr., and seven-hundred-seventy companions are arrested in Selma, Alabama, for protesting voter discrimination. In 1965, P.J. Proby was banned from appearing at venues controlled by the ABC theatre chain in Britian following his trouser-splitting exploits. In 1965, The Beatles released the EP "4 By The Beatles." In 1966, RASCALS RECORD "GOOD LOVIN" In 1966, TV'S WHERE THE ACTION IS Guests: KNICKERBOCKERS ("LIES") (sounds like Beatles) In 1967, "More Of The Monkees" album by The Monkees was released In 1967, SINATRA RECORDING SESSION FRANK & daughter NANCY cut "SOMETHING STUPID" in Hollywood. In 1968, "Elvis' Golden Records, Volume 4" album by Elvis Presley was released In 1968, DOORS ANNOUNCE UPCOMING PROJECTS The band says it's booked a deal for a TV special on ABC and received a half-million dollar advance for a movie. Also in the works: a humor book and a volume of lyrics and poetry. That final item turns out to the one of these plans that becomes reality. In 1968, Nine months after marrying Elvis Presley, Priscilla Beauleiu Presley gives birth to Elvis' only child and sole heir, Lisa Marie, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis. In 1968, Universal International Studios offers the Doors $500,000 to star in a feature film. The band also announces plans for an ABC-TV special, a "humor book" by the whole group and a book of lyrics and poetry by Jim Morrison. Only the last project ever happens. In 1969, "I'm Living In Shame" by Supremes entered the Top 40 chart. In 1969, "Time Is Tight" single by Booker T. & The Mg's was released In 1969, Joni Mitchell makes her Carnegie Hall debut. In 1969, "Crimson And Clover" by Tommy James & The Shondells peaked at #1 on the pop singles chart. In 1969, "Feelin' So Good (S.k.o.o.b.y-D.o.o)" by The Archies peaked at #53 on the pop singles chart. In 1969, "Hey Jude" by Wilson Pickett peaked at #23 on the pop singles chart. In 1969, "If I Can Dream" by Elvis Presley peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart. In 1969, "Stand By Your Man" by Tammy Wynette peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart. In 1969, "Worst That Could Happen" by Brooklyn Bridge peaked at #3 on the pop singles chart. In 1969, TOPPING THE SOUL CHART TYRONE DAVIS and "CAN I CHANGE MY MIND" begins a 3-week run at #1 on Billboard's R&B chart In 1969, TV'S HOLLYWOOD PALACE Musical Guests: THE LETTERMEN...none of which were named DAVID
1970 - 1979
In 1970, "Moondance" album by Van Morrison was released In 1970, "Sweet Baby James" album by James Taylor was released In 1970, ED SULLIVAN SHOW Guest: JACKIE DeSHANNON ("PUT A LITTLE LOVE IN YOUR HEART") In 1971, "Aqualung" album by Jethro Tull was released In 1971, "Indian Reservation" single by Raiders was released In 1971, "We Only Make Believe" album by Conway Twitty & Loretta Lynn was released In 1972, "Harvest" album by Neil Young was released In 1972, Wings release "Give Ireland Back to the Irish" in the U.K. In 1973, "Aerosmith" album by Aerosmith was released In 1973, "Aloha From Hawaii Via Satellite" album by Elvis Presley was released In 1973, COVER OF ROLLING STONE DIANA ROSS In 1973, GLADYS KNIGHT & THE PIPS' BIG DEAL In February, they leave MOTOWN's Soul label and sign a lucrative new contract with BUDDAH Records (with a rumored $500,000 guarantee) In 1974, "Kiss" album by Kiss was released In 1974, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN IN CLEVELAND The E Street Band plays the ALLEN THEATER In 1975, "Don't Call Us, We'll Call You" by Sugarloaf entered the Top 40 chart. In 1975, "Lady Marmalade" by Patti Labelle entered the Top 40 chart. In 1975, Elvis Presley arranges for daughter Lisa Marie to meet her favorite singer, Elton John, for her seventh birthday. In 1975, LINDA RONSTADT RECORDING SESSIONS During FERBRUARY, LINDA RONSTADT begins work at the SOUND FACTORY ONE in L.A. on her "PRISONER IN DISGUISE" album, which includes "LOVE IS A ROSE", "TRACKS OF MY TEARS", and "HEAT WAVE." In 1975, Mickey Gilley topped the country charts with "City Lights" In 1975, "Boogie On Reggae Woman" by Stevie Wonder peaked at #3 on the pop singles chart. In 1975, "Changes" by David Bowie returned to the chart and peaked at #41 on the pop singles chart. In 1975, "Chico And The Man" by Jose Feliciano peaked at #96 on the pop singles chart. In 1975, "Happy People" by The Temptations peaked at #40 on the pop singles chart. In 1975, "Hoppy, Gene And Me" by Roy Rogers peaked at #65 on the pop singles chart. In 1975, "Laughter In The Rain" by Neil Sedaka peaked at #1 on the pop singles chart. In 1976, "Classical Barbra" album by Barbra Streisand was released In 1976, "Eagles - Their Greatest Hits 1971 - 1975" album by Eagles was released In 1977, READING ABOUT FLEETWOOD MAC Profiled in the February issue of "HIGH FIDELITY", in an article titled "Ten Years of Crisis and Comeback" In 1977, The film "Genesis in Concert" premieres in London, with Princess Anne in attendance. In 1978, "Even Now" album by Barry Manilow was released In 1978, "Greatest Hits, Etc." album by Paul Simon was certified Platinum by the RIAA In 1978, "He Walks Beside Me - Fav. Songs Of Faith & Inspir." album by Elvis Presley was released In 1978, "Here You Come Again" single by Dolly Parton was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1978, Bob Dylan's "Renaldo and Clara" -- largely a film documentary of the Rolling Thunder tour -- premiered in Los Angeles. In 1979, SHA NA NA & DR. HOOK IN NEW YORK In concert at RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL
1980 - 1989
In 1980, "A Christmas Together" album by John Denver & The Muppets was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA In 1980, "Against The Wind" album by Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band was released In 1980, "Eat To The Beat" album by Blondie was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1980, "Glass Houses" album by Billy Joel was released In 1980, "Heartache Tonight" single by Eagles was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1980, "Stormwatch" album by Jethro Tull was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1980, "The Long Run" album by Eagles was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA In 1981, "Feels So Right" album by Alabama was released In 1981, "World Gold Awards Volume I & II" album by Elvis Presley was released In 1983, "Jump To It" album by Aretha Franklin was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1983, "Metal Health" album by Quiet Riot was released...BANG YOUR HEAD! In 1983, "Now And Forever" album by Air Supply was certified Platinum by the RIAA In 1983, "We've Got Tonight" album by Kenny Rogers was released. In 1984, "Thriller" single by Michael Jackson was released In 1985, Glenn Frey makes his acting debut playing a pilot in a Miami Vice episode based on his song "Smuggler's Blues." In 1986, "These Dreams" by Heart entered the Top 40 chart. Hardly a rock song, so it's more adult contemporary for a change. In 1986, "Burning Heart" by Survivor peaked at #2 on the pop singles chart. In 1986, "Go Home" by Stevie Wonder peaked at #10 on the pop singles chart. In 1986, "Goodbye" by Night Ranger peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart. In 1986, "I'm Your Man" by Wham! peaked at #3 on the pop singles chart. In 1986, "Secret" by OMD peaked at #63 on the pop singles chart. In 1986, "Sidewalk Talk" by Jellybean ("Katt" Buchanan) peaked at #18 on the pop singles chart. In 1986, Singer Diana Ross married businessman Arne Naess in Switzerland. She wore a $12,000 gown, which has since been topped by the gown Dennis Rodman "wed" in 1997. In 1987, "1100 Bel Air Place" album by Julio Iglesias was certified Multi Platinum 3.00 by the RIAA In 1987, "I'm No Angel" album by Gregg Allman Band was released In 1988, "Blow Up Your Video" album by AC/DC was released In 1988, "Coming Around Again" album by Carly Simon was certified Platinum by the RIAA In 1988, "Compilation Video" video by Peter Gabriel was released In 1988, "It Takes Two" single by Rob Base & D.j. E-Z Rock was released In 1988, "Starfish" album by The Church was released In 1988, The new wave rock group The Cars broke up. The steering column went to the Stones, the engine went to Aerosmith, the transmission went to Van Halen... In 1989, "19" album by Chicago was certified Platinum by the RIAA In 1989, "Appetite For Destruction" album by Guns 'n Roses was certified Multi Platinum 7.00 by the RIAA In 1989, "Greatest Hits" album by Fleetwood Mac was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA In 1989, "Shooting Rubberbands At The Stars" album by Edie Brickell & New Bohemians was certified Platinum by the RIAA In 1989, "Smashes, Thrashes & Hits" album by Kiss was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA In 1989, "The Great Radio Controversy" album by Tesla was released In 1989, "The Innocents" album by Erasure was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1989, "The Look" single by Roxette was released In 1989, "Van Halen" album by Van Halen was certified Multi Platinum 6.00 by the RIAA
1990 - 1999
In 1991, "101" album by Depeche Mode was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1991, "Music For The Masses" album by Depeche Mode was certified Platinum by the RIAA In 1991, "Violent Femmes" album by Violent Femmes was certified Platinum by the RIAA In 1991, Mark Chesnutt scored his first number-one hit with "Brother Jukebox". In 1992, "Masterpiece" by Atlantic Starr entered the Top 40 chart. In 1992, "Remember The Time" by Michael Jackson entered the Top 40 chart. In 1992, "Singles 45's And Under" album by Squeeze was certified Platinum by the RIAA In 1992, Nirvana's album, "Nevermind" goes to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Album chart for the second time. In 1992, "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me" by George Michael & Elton John peaked at #1 on the pop singles chart. In 1992, "I Love Your Smile" by Shanice peaked at #2 on the pop singles chart. In 1992, "The Way I Feel About You" by Karyn White peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart. In 1993, "Heart In Motion" album by Amy Grant was certified Multi Platinum 4.00 by the RIAA In 1993, "Off The Ground" album by Paul McCartney was released In 1993, country singer Reba McEntire made a guest appearance on the CBS sitcom "Evening Shade" starring Burt Reynolds. In 1994, "A Bridge I Didn't Burn" album by Ricky Van Shelton was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1994, "Alapalooza, The Videos" video by "Weird Al" Yankovic was released In 1994, "Dookie" album by Green Day was released In 1994, "Lethal Injection" album by Ice Cube was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA In 1994, "The One Thing" album by Michael Bolton was certified Multi Platinum 3.00 by the RIAA In 1994, "The Power Of Love" single by Celine Dion was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1994, "What A Crying Shame" album by The Mavericks was released In 1994, newcomer Toni Braxton and relative veteran Janet Jackson led the field with four nominations each for the annual Soul Train Music Awards. In 1995, "Best Of Vince Gill" album by Vince Gill was certified Platinum by the RIAA In 1995, "Crossroad" video by Bon Jovi was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1995, "Greatest Hits" album by Billy Ocean was certified Platinum by the RIAA In 1995, "He's The DJ, I'M The Rapper" album by Dj Jazzy Jeff & Fresh Prince was certified Multi Platinum 3.00 by the RIAA In 1995, "Rush" album by Rush was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1996, "Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness" album by Smashing Pumpkins was certified Gold, Platinu, and Multi Platinum 5.00 by the RIAA In 1996, American Music Award executive producer Dick Clark announced that the artist of the year award would become a "traveling trophy" -- as suggested by that year's winner, Garth Brooks. In 1997, "Big Daddy/Keep It Coming" single by Heavy D was released In 1999, "14:59" album by Sugar Ray was certified Gold by the RIAA In 1999, The Web site Lycos begins a new search service that offers easy access to a half-million high quality recordings. The search service finds titles that use MP3, an easy-download technology. Such files alarm the recording industry, since many of the songs are illegal copies made by those who sell or give them away online.
2000
In 2000, "Elvis Presley Gospel Treasury" album by Elvis Presley was certified Gold by the RIAA In 2000, "Telling Stories" album by Tracy Chapman was released In 2000, "Twenty Four Seven" album by Tina Turner was released