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Post by bunkerfan on Jul 22, 2022 6:44:22 GMT
22nd July In 1729 Diamonds found in Minas Geras, Brazil. Born on this day in 1944 - Rick Davies, vocalist and keyboardist with Supertramp, who had the 1979 UK No.7 and US No.6 single with 'The Logical Song' and the 1979 US No.1 and UK No.3 album Breakfast In America. Davies is the only member of Supertramp to have been with the group for their entire history, and has composed many of their most well-known songs, including 'Goodbye Stranger', and 'Bloody Well Right'. In 1963 The Beatles first US album, Introducing The Beatles was pressed by Vee-Jay Records, who thought they had obtained the legal rights from EMI affiliate, Trans-Global Records. When it was finally released in January, 1964, Capitol Records would hit Vee Jay with an injunction against manufacturing, distributing, advertising, or otherwise disposing of records by the Beatles. After a trial, Vee-Jay was allowed to release any Beatles records that they had masters of in any form until October 15th, 1964. After that time, they no longer had the right to issue any Beatles product. In 2004 French singer and guitarist Sacha Distel died after a long battle with deteriorating health. He scored the 1970 UK No.10 single 'Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head.' As a professional jazz guitarist he worked alongside Dizzy Gillespie and Tony Bennett.
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Post by nonrabbit on Jul 22, 2022 9:55:50 GMT
#Apollo45 - Winning the Lottery of Time Special Thanks to Steve Thamer The wonderful Tull fan, Steve Thamer. Privileged to call a friend.
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Post by bunkerfan on Jul 23, 2022 6:33:37 GMT
23rd July In 1921 Edward Gourdin of US sets long jump record at 25' 2 3/4". In 1955 English speed ace Donald Campbell drives Bluebird K7 to new water speed record at Ullswater in English Lakes District; first boat past 200 mph: 202.32 mph (325.60 km/h) In 1961 American opera singer Grace Bumbry becomes the first black singer to perform at the Bayreuth Festival, Germany, she earns 42 curtain calls. In 2005 Queen's 1985 Live Aid performance was voted the best rock concert ever by over 7,000 UK Sony Ericsson music fans.
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Post by bunkerfan on Jul 24, 2022 5:41:09 GMT
24th July In 1911 American explorer Hiram Bingham discovers Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. In 1927 The Menin Gate war memorial is unveiled at Ypres. In 1952 "High Noon", American Western film directed by Fred Zinnemann, starring Gary Cooper and Thomas Mitchell, is released. In 1982 Survivor started a six week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Eye Of The Tiger', taken from the film 'Rocky III'. Also No.1 in the UK. Survivor won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance for the song.
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Post by bunkerfan on Jul 25, 2022 7:11:14 GMT
25th July In 1871 Carousel patented by Wilhelm Schneider, Davenport, Iowa. In 1909 France's Louis Bleriot, makes 1st airplane flight across English Channel. In 1966 Brian Jones' final performance as a Rolling Stone. In 1971 T Rex were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with 'Get It On', the group's second UK No.1 which spent four weeks at the top of the charts. In the US it was retitled Bang A Gong, (Get It On). Power Station had a UK & US hit with their version of the song in 1985.
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Post by bunkerfan on Jul 26, 2022 7:07:18 GMT
26th July In 1896 Vitascope Hall, 1st permanent for-profit movie theatre, opens in New Orleans. Born on this day in 1943-Mick Jagger, singer, songwriter with The Rolling Stones, (1969 UK & US No.1 single 'Honky Tonk Women', and over 35 UK & US Top 40 singles and albums). Solo (1985 UK No.1 single with David Bowie 'Dancing In The Street'). 1985 UK No. 6 solo album 'She's The Boss.' In 2003 he was knighted for his services to popular music. In 1971 Apollo 15 launched (Scott and Irwin) to 4th manned landing on Moon. In 1986 Peter Gabriel went to No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Sledgehammer', a No.4 hit in the UK. The song's music video has won a number of awards, including a record nine MTV Awards at the 1987 MTV Video Music Awards, and Best British Video at the 1987 Brit Awards. Gabriel was also nominated for three Grammy Awards. As of 2011, 'Sledgehammer' is the most played music video in the history of MTV.
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Post by bunkerfan on Jul 27, 2022 6:49:36 GMT
27th July In 1866 First transatlantic telegraph cable comes ashore at Heart's Content, Newfoundland after being laid out 1,686 miles by Isambard Kingdom Brunel's Great Eastern steamship. In 1920 Radio compass used for 1st time for aircraft navigation. In 1965 President Lyndon B. Johnson signs a bill requiring cigarette makers to print health warnings on all cigarette packages about the effects of smoking. In 1991 Jesus Jones went to No. 2 on the US chart with 'Right Here, Right Now', unable to shift Bryan Adams '(Everything I Do), I Do It for You', from a seven week stay at the No.1 position.
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Post by bunkerfan on Jul 28, 2022 6:31:59 GMT
28th July In 1893 Vizcaya Bridge - largest transporter bridge in the world opens over the River Ibaizabal, designed by Basque architect Alberto de Palacio. In 1945 "Elevator girl" Betty Lou Oliver survives falling 75 stories after fog causes a US bomber plane to crash into the Empire State Building, breaking the cables supporting the elevator she was operating. This remains a world record for the longest survived elevator fall. In 1964 Ranger 7 launched toward the Moon; sends back 4308 TV pictures. In 1966 Chris Farlowe and the Thunderbirds were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with the Mick Jagger and Keith Richards song 'Out Of Time'. The song was first released on the Stones 1966 album Aftermath (UK version).
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Post by bunkerfan on Jul 29, 2022 6:54:12 GMT
29th July In 1836 Inauguration of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. In 1930 Airship R100, 1st passenger-carrying flight from England to Canada. In 1948 King George VI opens the XIV Summer Olympic Games at Wembley Stadium in London. In 1974 Mamas & the Papas singer Cass Elliot died in her sleep from a heart attack after playing a sold out show in London, England. She was staying at Harry Nilsson's London flat when she died. Her solo hits included 'Dream a Little Dream of Me,' which also featured the rest of The Mamas & the Papas and 'It's Getting Better'. Had also been a member of The Mugwumps.
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Post by jackinthegreen on Jul 29, 2022 9:51:07 GMT
I like the Mamas & the Papas, I think they had a great sound, and she had a great voice
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Post by bunkerfan on Jul 30, 2022 6:11:44 GMT
30th July In 1908 Around the World Automobile Race ends in Paris. Born on this day in 1946-Jeffrey Hammond former bass guitar player for the progressive rock band Jethro Tull. Hammond appeared on the classic Tull albums Aqualung (1971) and Thick as a Brick (1972). In 1966 FIFA World Cup Final, Wembley Stadium, London, England: Striker Geoff Hurst scores a hat trick as England beats West Germany, 4-2 after extra time. Also in 1966 The Troggs started a two week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Wild Thing'. Because of a distribution dispute, The Troggs' single was available on two competing labels: Atco and Fontana. Because both pressings were taken from the identical master recording, Billboard combined the sales for both releases, making it the only single to simultaneously reach No. 1 for two companies.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 1, 2022 8:53:18 GMT
1st August In 1831 London Bridge opens to traffic. In 1911 Harriet Quimby passes her pilot's test and becomes the 1st US woman to earn an Aero Club of America aviator's certificate. In 1944 Anne Frank's last diary entry; 3 days later she is arrested. In 1987 Bob Seger scored his first US No.1 single with the Harold Faltermeyer penned 'Shakedown', which was taken from the film 'Beverly Hills Cop II'. The song was nominated for both the Academy Award for Best Original Song and Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song, but it lost both awards to Dirty Dancing's '(I've Had) The Time of My Life'.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 2, 2022 6:28:59 GMT
2nd August In 1873 1st trial run of San Francisco cable car, Clay Street between Kearny and Jones. In 1934 1st airplane train, plane tows 3 mail gliders behind it. In 1973 "American Graffiti", directed by George Lucas and starring Richard Dreyfuss and Ron Howard premieres at the Locarno International Film Festival, Switzerland. In 1986 Peter Cetera started a two-week run at No.1 on the US charts with the theme from the film 'Karate Kid II', 'The Glory Of Love', it made No. 3 in the UK.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 3, 2022 6:43:35 GMT
3rd August In 1914 1st unofficial trip through the Panama Canal by the SS Christobel. In 1921 1st aerial crop dusting in Troy, Ohio, to kill caterpillars. In 1963 Allan Sherman releases "Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh." In 1985 Madonna scored her first UK No.1 single with 'Into The Groove'. The track was taken from the movie 'Desperately Seeking Susan' which featured Madonna and Rosanna Arquette. 'Into The Groove' is Madonna's best selling single in the UK, having sold over 850,000 copies.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 4, 2022 6:05:34 GMT
4th August In 1919 Rodin Museum opens in Paris in The hôtel Biron containing works left to the state by the sculptor Auguste Rodin. In 1944 Anne Frank arrested in Amsterdam by German Security Police (Grüne Polizei) following a tip-off from an informer who was never identified. In 1962 Nelson Mandela captured by South African police. In 1984 Prince started a 24 week run at the top of the US album charts with Purple Rain. His sixth studio album which features the hits 'When Doves Cry' and 'Let's Go Crazy', as well as the title track has sold over 20 million copies worldwide, becoming the seventh best-selling soundtrack album of all time.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 5, 2022 5:44:37 GMT
5th August In 1926 Harry Houdini stays in a coffin under water for 1½ hrs before escaping. In 1936 American athlete Jesse Owens wins 200m in world record time (20.7s), his 3rd gold medal of the Berlin Olympics. In 1957 Comic strip "Andy Capp" makes its debut. In 2005 Bob Dylan's song 'Like a Rolling Stone' topped a poll of rock and film stars to find the music, movies, TV shows and books that changed the world. The 1965 single beat Elvis Presley's 'Heartbreak Hotel' into second place in a survey for Uncut magazine. Paul McCartney, Noel Gallagher, Robert Downey Jr, Rolling Stone Keith Richards and Lou Reed were among those who gave their opinions.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 6, 2022 6:42:30 GMT
6th August In 1923 Henry Sullivan becomes 3rd person and first American to swim English Channel (27 hours 25 minutes Dover-Calais) In 1926 "Don Juan" starring John Barrymore is released by Warner Bros, the 1st feature-length film to utilize the Vitaphone sound-on-disc sound system with a synchronized musical score and sound effects. In 1963 The Beatles arrived in Jersey in the Channel Islands, where they spent the day go-carting and relaxing by the pool at The Revere Hotel before playing the first of four nights at the Springfield Ballroom. In 1996 Punk rock band the Ramones perform for the last time at the Palace in Hollywood.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 7, 2022 6:48:38 GMT
7th August In 1915 Dario Resta, driving a Peugeot, wins the first Champ Car race ever to average over 100mph at a 100-mile race in Chicago; average speed 101.8mph. In 1940 Largest amount paid for a stamp ($45,000 for 1 1856 British Guiana) In 1959 Explorer 6 transmits 1st TV photo of Earth from space. In 1970 The Goose Lake International Music Festival was held in Leoni, Michigan. Over 200,000 fans attended the three day festival. Acts who appeared included, Jethro Tull, 10 Years After, Mountain, Chicago, Bob Seger, John Sebastian, James Gang, Stooges with Iggy Pop, Brownsville Station, MC5, Rod Stewart and Flying Burrito Brothers.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 8, 2022 5:41:59 GMT
8th August In 1870 1st America's Cup: New York Yacht Club’s first defence of America’s Cup; 'Magic' (NYYC) defeats 'Cambria' (Royal Thames YC, England; finishes 8th) and 16 fellow defenders from NY Harbour to Sandy Hook Light Vessel on the Atlantic and return (38 miles) In 1946 First flight of the Convair B-36. In 1963 Great Train Robbery in England, £2.6 million ($7.3 million) In 1964 The single by The Young World Singers called 'Ringo For President' was released in the US. Such was The Beatles drummer appeal that fans launched a “Ringo for President” campaign in the midst of the Johnson/Goldwater race. A well-organized contingent – most of whose members were below the voting age of 21 – banded together to enter the drummer as a third-party write-in candidate for Commander in Chief.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 9, 2022 6:46:12 GMT
9th August In 1910 Chicago resident Alva Fisher receives US patent for an electric washing machine. In 1930 Animated character Betty Boop debuts in Max Fleischer's cartoon "Dizzy Dishes." In 1974 Richard Nixon resigns as President of the United States and Vice President Gerald Ford swears the oath of office to take his place as the 38th US President. In 1980 ABBA scored their eighth UK No.1 single with 'The Winner Takes It All'. Taken from their 'Super Trouper' album. By this time, both couples were divorced.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 10, 2022 5:45:53 GMT
10th August In 1907 Prince Scipone Borchesi wins Beijing to Paris, 7,500 mile auto rally. Born on this day in 1947, British musician, singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ian Anderson, best known for his work as the lead vocalist, flautist and acoustic guitarist of British rock band Jethro Tull. In 1963 The 100th edition of 'Thank Your Lucky Stars' was aired on UK TV, with Cliff Richard, The Shadows, The Searchers, Brian Poole and the Tremeloes, Billy J. Kramer and the Dakotas and Alma Cogan. In 1985 'Money for Nothing' by Dire Straits peaked at No.4 on the UK singles chart. Notable for its groundbreaking music video and a cameo appearance by Sting singing the song's falsetto introduction and backing chorus, "I want my MTV" who also co-wrote the song with Mark Knopfler. The video was also the first to be aired on MTV Europe when the network started on 1 August 1987.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 11, 2022 7:17:20 GMT
11th August In 1909 SOS 1st used by an American ship, Arapahoe, off Cape Hatteras, NC. In 1937 "The Life of Emile Zola" directed by William Dieterle and starring Paul Muni premieres in New York (Best Picture 1938) In 1964 The High Numbers, (later to become The Who), played at The Railway Hotel in Harrow, England. Just before the band were due on stage, Roger Daltry's father-in law came into the venue and dragged the singer outside and hit him. The band started their set and Daltry appeared back on stage after the fight. In 1984 Ray Parker JR. started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with the theme from the film 'Ghostbusters'. Parker who had been a session guitarist for Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye was accused of plagiarizing the melody from Huey Lewis and the News song 'I Want a New Drug', resulting in Lewis suing Parker, the pair settled out of court in 1985.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 12, 2022 6:34:30 GMT
12th August In 1927 "Wings", one of only two silent films - the other being The Artist in 2011 - to win an Oscar for best picture, opens starring Clara Bow (Outstanding Picture 1929) In 1945 Emperor Hirohito of Japan informs the imperial family that he has decided to surrender. In 1960 Pete Best auditioned to become The Silver Beatles' drummer and was asked to travel to Hamburg in Germany for the bands next set of dates. Before leaving for Hamburg, The Silver Beatles changed their name to simply, "The Beatles". In 1967 Scott McKenzie was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with ‘San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)’. Written by John Phillips, the song was produced and released to promote the Monterey Pop Festival held in June of this year.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 13, 2022 6:02:57 GMT
13th August In 1914 Carl Wickman begins Greyhound, the 1st US bus line, in Minnesota. In 1935 Roller derby is born when the Transcontinental Roller Derby begins at the Chicago Coliseum. In 1961 Construction of the Berlin Wall begins in East Germany. In 1966 Lovin Spoonful started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Summer In The City', it made No.8 in the UK. The song features a series of car horns during the instrumental bridge, starting with a Volkswagen Beetle horn, and ends up with a jackhammer sound, in order to give the impression of the sounds of the summer in the city.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 14, 2022 6:42:36 GMT
14th August In 1901 The first claimed powered flight, by Gustave Whitehead in his Number 21. Born on this day in 1947-Maddy Prior, singer with English folk rock band Steeleye Span who formed in 1969. They had the 1975 UK No.5 single 'All Around My Hat' and a hit with 'Gaudete'. In 1962 Unhappy with drummer Pete Best's role in The Beatles Brian Epstein and the other three members decided to sack him. Best played his last gig the following night at The Cavern, Liverpool. In 1993 Freddie Mercury had his first solo UK No.1 single with 'Living On My Own'. The song had been a minor hit in 1985 when released from his solo album Mr. Bad Guy, this remixed version was reissued.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 15, 2022 5:45:26 GMT
15th August In 1901 Arch Rock, a danger to San Francisco Bay shipping, blasted with 30 tons of nitro. In 1945 Victory over Japan Day, the Japanese surrender and the end of WWII is announced in Japan (due to time zones 14th Aug in the Americas) In 1965 Beatles play to their largest crowd of over 55,000 at Shea Stadium, New York City. In 1991 Paul Simon played a free concert in New York's Central Park before an audience of three quarters of a million people.
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 16, 2022 6:09:14 GMT
16th August In 1870 Fred Goldsmith demonstrates curve ball isn't an optical illusion. In 1940 Pioneering 'Blood for Britain' program sending blood plasma for WWII wounded from the US, headed by Charles R. Drew, officially begins in Britain. In 1969 First performance of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (Auditorium Theater, Chicago) In 1977 Elvis Presley was found dead lying on the floor in his bathroom by his girlfriend Ginger Alden. He died of heart failure at the age of 42. His first record for RCA, 'Heartbreak Hotel' was also his first US No.1. He starred in 31 films. Elvis holds the record for the most entries on the US Hot 100 chart with 154. Elvis became the first rock 'n' roll artist to be honoured by the US Postal Service with a stamp.
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Post by JTull 007 on Aug 16, 2022 10:21:26 GMT
16th August In 1977 Elvis Presley was found dead lying on the floor in his bathroom by his girlfriend Ginger Alden. He died of heart failure at the age of 42. His first record for RCA, 'Heartbreak Hotel' was also his first US No.1. He starred in 31 films. Elvis holds the record for the most entries on the US Hot 100 chart with 154. Elvis became the first rock 'n' roll artist to be honoured by the US Postal Service with a stamp. I always enjoyed Elvis in movies and tv appearances, HOWEVER... I never worshipped him as others did and still do. ROCK IN PEACE
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Post by smint100 on Aug 16, 2022 10:33:10 GMT
16th August In 1977 Elvis Presley was found dead lying on the floor in his bathroom by his girlfriend Ginger Alden. He died of heart failure at the age of 42. His first record for RCA, 'Heartbreak Hotel' was also his first US No.1. He starred in 31 films. Elvis holds the record for the most entries on the US Hot 100 chart with 154. Elvis became the first rock 'n' roll artist to be honoured by the US Postal Service with a stamp. I remember exactly where I was when I heard the news - in a touring caravan in the Malvern Hills with my Mum and brother (Dad was working) I'd forgotten he was only 42
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Post by bunkerfan on Aug 17, 2022 6:20:47 GMT
17th August In 1903 Joe Pulitzer donates $1 million to Columbia University & begins the Pulitzer Prizes in America. In 1946 George Orwell publishes "Animal Farm" in the United Kingdom. In 1959 American jazz trumpeter Miles Davis released Kind of Blue which is regarded by many critics as jazz's greatest record, Davis's masterpiece, and one of the best albums of all time. Its influence on music, including jazz, rock, and classical genres, has led writers to also deem it one of the most influential albums ever recorded. In 1968 The Rascals (formerly the Young Rascals), started a five week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'People Got To Be Free'. The group had thirteen US top 40 hits.
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