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Post by bunkerfan on May 5, 2024 6:58:10 GMT
5th May In 1930 Amy Johnson takes off - first woman to fly solo from England to Australia. In 1945 Mauthausen Concentration camp in Austria liberated by US forces from 41st Reconnaissance Squadron. In 1961 Alan Shepard becomes 1st American in space (aboard Freedom 7) In 1967 The Kinks released 'Waterloo Sunset' as a single which went on to peak at No.2 on the UK chart. Songwriter and Kinks singer Ray Davies later stated that the song was originally entitled 'Liverpool Sunset', after his love for Liverpool and Merseybeat.
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Post by bunkerfan on May 4, 2024 6:04:54 GMT
4th May In 1780 Charles Bunbury on Diomed wins 1st Epsom Derby. In 1945 German forces in Denmark, Norway and the Netherlands surrender unconditionally to British Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery at Luneburg Heath. In 1964 "Another World" premieres on TV in the US. In 1996 Alanis Morissette started a six-week run at No.1 on the UK album chart with Jagged Little Pill. The record produced six successful singles, including 'You Oughta Know', 'Ironic', 'You Learn', 'Hand in My Pocket', and 'Head over Feet'.
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Post by bunkerfan on May 3, 2024 18:40:22 GMT
I was wearing my new Tull T-shirt last night along with my Tull badge that steelmonkey gave me a few years ago This was the view I had before a 7 foot giant sat in front of me. One from behind. A couple of my videos. Not the best quality and includes the giant in front
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Post by bunkerfan on May 3, 2024 18:27:36 GMT
Agree with you fully Bunkerfan - the show was excellent last night. I thought IA's voice sounded better than it has done for years. This is possibly due to resting it over Covid and touring less than he used to. He was helped vocally on a few songs by David Goodier and John O'Hara. Well helped also by Jack Clark on "Dark Ages". He plans the show well to add non vocal songs. Some of the criticism of his voice is unfair anyway.. are here any jobs where you comment that they were better 50+ years ago? I would guess that IA is a better musician than he was in the sixties though. The highlights of the show to me were "Roots to Branches" (a song I am not that keen on but sounded fantastic live), "Mrs Tibbets" and "Dark Ages". I was amazed at Jack Clark on guitar ... how does IA keep finding these very talented guitarists? His presence has added energy to the show and he looked very much at home on the stage. My only very tiny moan would be that IA did not pick up his acoustic guitar at all and I think he played the flute on every song in the concert. I think similar comments have been made about the last two albums. I love his acoustic songs... If you get the chance, go and see the show. I hope I get the chance to see the group live soon again... Totally with everything you say stevep Like all Tull fans, we always want our own favourite songs played but there's an awful lot of songs out there to pick from. I would have loved to hear them play 'Budapest' and it would have been nice for them to play some acoustic stuff like 'Cheap Day Return and 'Nursie' but I'm more than happy with the setlist as it is Jack Clark is a very accomplished guitar player and was brilliant last night. I also agree with you Stevep on how Ian keeps picking such talented artists. My wife and I discussed it on our way home on how Tull have managed to pick such amazing guitarists, drummers and keyboard players over the years. Long live Tull
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Post by bunkerfan on May 3, 2024 6:18:55 GMT
Tull were fantastic last night More later.
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Post by bunkerfan on May 3, 2024 6:16:25 GMT
3rd May In 1830 First regular steam train passenger service in the US starts in South Carolina, with U.S.-built locomotive “The Best Friend of Charleston”. In 1946 International military tribunal in Tokyo begins. In 1968 The Jimi Hendrix Experience recorded 'Voodoo Chile.' It was featured on the 'Electric Ladyland' double album and became a UK No.1 single on 21st November 1970 two months after the guitarist's death. Hendrix's solo on the track was named the 11th greatest solo of all-time in Guitar World's 100 Greatest Guitar Solos. In 2020 The Stranglers’ keyboard player Dave Greenfield died at the age of 71 after testing positive for coronavirus. Greenfield contracted COVID-19 following a prolonged stay in hospital for heart problems. He is best known as a long-standing member of the rock band and penning the music for their biggest hit 'Golden Brown'.
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Post by bunkerfan on May 2, 2024 10:23:17 GMT
ELO keyboardist Richard Tandy dies at age of 76Electric Light Orchestra keyboardist Richard Tandy has died at the age of 76. The news was shared by the Birmingham rock group’s founder Jeff Lynne, who described Tandy as a “remarkable musician”. Tandy was credited with helping to shape the sound of the band known for hits including Mr Blue Sky and Last Train to London. Lynne wrote on social media: "It is with great sadness that I share the news of the passing of my long-time collaborator and dear friend Richard Tandy. "He was a remarkable musician and friend and I'll cherish the lifetime of memories we had together. Tandy was born in Birmingham and joined ELO after the release of the group's first album in 1972. He initially played bass guitar but became the keyboardist after Roy Wood left. He also played the Minimoog synthesiser, a Wurlitzer electric piano, the clavinet, Mellotron and piano, while also lending his voice to 1977's Mr Blue Sky.
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Post by bunkerfan on May 2, 2024 8:35:19 GMT
Duane Eddy dies at 86American guitarist Duane Eddy - hailed by many as one of the founding fathers of rock and roll - has died aged 86. His death occurred on 30 April in Franklin, Tennessee, his wife Deed said. The cause was cancer. The Grammy-winning artist had a run of instrumental hits in the 1950s and 60s. He reached the charts again in 1986 with a remake of his song Peter Gunn. He was called the King of Twang for his distinctive style. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994. In 2008, the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum also made him its inductee. "Duane inspired a generation of guitarists the world over with his unmistakable signature 'Twang' sound," Eddy's representative was quoted as saying by Variety's website. "He was the first rock and roll guitar god, a truly humble and incredible human being. He will be sorely missed." Eddy was born in Corning, New York state, in 1936. He began playing the guitar at a young age. Eddy was self-taught and his distinctive sound inspired artists from The Beatles to Blondie. During his illustrious career spanning seven decades, he sold more than 100 million records. Echoes of his distinctive slow twang come through loud and clear on The Beatles' Day Tripper, Bruce Springsteen's Born To Run and Blondie's Atomic. In 2011, Eddy told the BBC: "When people come right out, like Bruce Springsteen or John Fogerty, and say: 'Duane was a big influence,' that's just one of the perks and rewards of what I did. "That's worth more to me than money and the fame. That goes right to the heart."
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Post by bunkerfan on May 2, 2024 6:17:05 GMT
2nd May In 1887 Hannibal Goodwin patents celluloid photographic film. In 1952 1st scheduled jet airliner passenger service began with a British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) Comet from London to Johannesburg carrying 36 passengers. In 1963 The Beatles were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with 'From Me To You', the group's first No.1 and the first of eleven consecutive No.1's. The title of the song was inspired from a letters column called From You To Us that ran in the British music newspaper, The New Musical Express. In 1979 Film "Quadrophenia" premieres in London.
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Post by bunkerfan on May 1, 2024 6:11:48 GMT
1st May In 1912 The Beverly Hills Hotel opens on Sunset Boulevard in Beverly Hills, California. In 1941 US savings bonds go on sale to help finance the war effort. In 1963 1st American (James Whittaker) conquers Mount Everest. In 1971 Rolling Stones release single "Brown Sugar".
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 30, 2024 6:21:11 GMT
30th April In 1904 Ice cream cone makes its debut at St. Louis World's Fair invented by Ernest A. Hamwi (independently of other claimant Italo Marchiony in NY) In 1945 Adolf Hitler commits suicide along with his new wife Eva Braun in the Führerbunker in Berlin. In 1968 BBC TV launched The Cilla Black Show making Cilla the first British female performer to have her own TV show. The theme song, 'Step Inside Love', was written by Paul McCartney. In 1983 American Blues legend Muddy Waters (McKinley Morganfield) died in his sleep at his home in Westmont, Illinois, aged 68. Major influence of many acts, Cream, Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones named themselves after Waters' 1950 song 'Rollin' Stone.' Best known songs include 'I Just Want To Make Love To You', 'I'm Your Hoochie Coochie Man', 'Got My Mojo Working.'
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 29, 2024 5:44:54 GMT
29th April In 1927 Construction of Spirit of St Louis (the monoplane which Charles Lindbergh was to fly across the Atlantic) is completed. In 1945 Conscientious objector Desmond Doss saves 75 wounded soldiers in the Battle of Okinawa at Hacksaw Ridge. Later depicted in the Oscar-winning film "Hacksaw Ridge". In 1965 Canadian folk singer-songwriter Joni Anderson (soon to be known as Joni Mitchell) meets American folk singer and future husband Chuck Mitchell at a gig in Toronto, Ontario. In 1980 Black Sabbath began their first tour with vocalist Ronnie James Dio, who had replaced Ozzy Osbourne.
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 28, 2024 6:57:35 GMT
28th April In 1887 "Europe's first motoring competition" is 'won' by The Marquis de Dion on a steam-powered quadricycle built by French toymaker and engineer Georges Bouton; French newspaper Le Velocipede organized the 'test', and Bouton was the only participant. In 1947 Thor Heyerdahl and the crew of the "Kon-Tiki" sail from Peru to Polynesia. In 1967 Muhammad Ali refuses induction into army & stripped of boxing title. In 1998 Before These Crowded Streets by the Dave Matthews Band debuted at No.1 on the US albums chart, ending the Titanic soundtrack's 16-week run at the top. Fans got a glimpse of the band's darker side with the moody lead single, 'Don't Drink The Water.'
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 27, 2024 7:11:47 GMT
27th April In 1875 The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC), the world's 1st such agency is incorporated. In 1940 Himmler orders establishment of Auschwitz Concentration Camp. In 1965 RC Duncan patents "Pampers" disposable diaper/nappy. In 1979 George Harrison releases single "Love Comes to Everyone."
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 26, 2024 6:12:15 GMT
26th April In 1920 Ice hockey makes its Olympic debut at the Antwerp Games. In 1954 Mass trials of Jonas Salk's anti-polio vaccine begin; the first shot is delivered in Fairfax County, Virginia; more than 443,000 children receive shots over three months. In 1966 Dusty Springfield was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with 'You Don't Have To Say You Love Me', the singers only UK No.1. When recording the track, Springfield was not satisfied with her vocal until she had recorded forty-seven takes. In 1976 'Wings At The Speed Of Sound' went to No.1 on the US album chart. Paul McCartney's fifth No.1 album after The Beatles became his most successful American chart album, spending seven consecutive weeks at No.1. The album featured the hits 'Let 'Em In' and 'Silly Love Songs'.
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 25, 2024 6:13:13 GMT
25th April In 1901 New York becomes 1st state requiring automobile license plates ($1 fee) In 1954 Bell labs announces the 1st solar battery made from silicon. It has about 6% efficiency. In 1970 Holland-Dozier-Holland's Invictus Records releases Freda Payne's signature single "Band of Gold." In 1990 The Fender Stratocaster that Jimi Hendrix played at the Woodstock festival was auctioned off for a record $295,000. His two-hour set at the 1969 festival became the longest of his career.
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 24, 2024 6:16:07 GMT
24th April In 1880 Amateur Athletic Association, governing body for men's athletics in England & Wales, is founded in Oxford. In 1941 Dutch Prince Bernhard becomes an RAF pilot. In 1964 Gene Roddenberry registers his Star Trek series with the Writers Guild of America. In 1970 Elton John released his fourth single 'Border Song' the first single from his 1970 album Elton John. The appearance of 'Border Song on the Canadian charts was Elton John's first chart appearance in any country and was also John's first song to chart in the United States, peaking at No.92.
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 23, 2024 9:17:59 GMT
I know it's Loco Breath again but this is a very good video taken by Jeff Scrivener
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 23, 2024 7:57:56 GMT
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 23, 2024 5:47:40 GMT
Birthday MemoriesBorn this day in 1947 - Glenn Cornick, English bass guitarist with Jethro Tull from 1967 to late 1970. He played on the three first studio albums, This Was, Stand Up and Benefit. Cornick died on 28th Aug 2014 due to congestive heart failure. Always missed and remembered
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 23, 2024 5:37:20 GMT
23rd April In 1924 British Empire Exhibition opens at Wembley, London. In 1949 Courtesy mail boxes for motorists started in San Francisco. In 1972 Apollo 16 astronauts explore the moon's surface. In 1992 George Michael announced he was donating $500,000 royalties from the sale of 'Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me', to various British and American charities.
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 22, 2024 19:32:17 GMT
I've been a long time fan but have only recently been going through the albums in detail. I'm actually doing them one at a time and doing rankings of each song. Any pointers about the group are welcome. Hi gibsonfan159, good to have you here This thread might interest you................ jethrotull.proboards.com/board/22/polls
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 22, 2024 5:36:51 GMT
22nd April In 1914 Babe Ruth's 1st professional game (as a pitcher) is a 6-hit 6-0 win In 1945 Battle of Berlin: Upon being informed that a planned counter-attack never happened, Adolf Hitler flies into a rage, denounces the German Army and concedes World War II is lost. In 1978 Bob Marley and the Wailers performed at the 'One Love Peace Concert' in Jamaica. It was Marley's first public appearance in Jamaica since being wounded in an assassination attempt a year and a half earlier. In 1989 Madonna started a three week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Like A Prayer', the singers seventh US No.1, also a No.1 in the UK.
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 21, 2024 6:48:18 GMT
Hope you are all doing fine! Greetings from Denmark! Equus Good to see you're still flying the flag for Denmark
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 21, 2024 6:37:28 GMT
21st April In 1928 "The Passion of Joan of Arc", directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer, starring Renée Jeanne Falconetti and Eugène Silvain, is released in Denmark. In 1945 WWII: Soviet army arrives at outskirts of Berlin, Germany. In 1978 UK folk singer Sandy Denny died aged 31. While on holiday with her parents in Cornwall, England, Denny was injured in a fall down a staircase. A month after the fall she collapsed at a friend's home; four days later she died in Hospital, her death was ruled to be the result of a traumatic mid-brain hemorrhage. She was a member of Fairport Convention and a solo artist. Her 1967 song 'Who Knows Where the Time Goes', was covered by Judy Collins. Denny sang on the Led Zeppelin track 'Battle Of Evermore' on the bands fourth album, (the only guest vocalist on a Led Zeppelin album). In 1990 Paul McCartney played in front of 184,000 fans at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Jnaeiro, creating a new world record for the largest crowd attending a rock concert.
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 20, 2024 6:43:04 GMT
20th April In 1902 Marie and Pierre Curie isolate the radioactive compound radium chloride. In 1946 Walt Disney's animated film anthology "Make Mine Music" premieres in New York City. In 1968 British rock band billed as "Roundabout" debuts in Kastrup, Denmark; after a brief tour of Scandinavia, they change their name to "Deep Purple." In 1976 George Harrison sings "The Lumberjack Song" with Monty Python in NYC.
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 19, 2024 5:33:47 GMT
19th April In 1892 Charles Duryea takes the 1st American-made automotive for a test drive. In 1948 American Broadcasting Company (ABC) TV network debuts. In 1967 The Beatles sign a contract agreeing to stay together for 10 years (they don't) In 1986 George Michael was at No.1 on the UK singles chart with 'A Different Corner', the singers second solo No.1. Michael became the first solo act in the history of the UK chart to reach No.1 with his first two releases. The song was also credited with being the second No.1 (after 'I Just Called To Say I Love You' by Stevie Wonder), which was written, sung, played, arranged and produced by the same person.
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 18, 2024 6:20:08 GMT
HAVE A GREAT DAY JACKINTHEGREEN
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 18, 2024 6:13:23 GMT
I'll second that
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Post by bunkerfan on Apr 18, 2024 6:10:41 GMT
18th April In 1924 1st crossword puzzle book published by Simon & Schuster. In 1947 "New Orleans", an American musical romance film premieres; Louis Armstrong and Billie Holiday, in her only feature film, play supporting roles. In 1967 Jonathan Frid makes his 1st appearance as 200-year-old vampire Barnabas Collins on TV's "Dark Shadows", show becomes a huge hit. In 1992 Annie Lennox went to No.1 on the UK album chart with her debut solo release 'Diva.' The album won the Brit Award for British Album of the Year at the 1993 Brit Awards and received nominations for Album of the Year, Best Female Pop Vocal Performance and Best Long Form Music Video, winning the latter award at the Grammy Awards the same year.
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