Archive for July 1, 2010

1935 – Benny Goodman and his band recorded the “King Porter Stomp.”

1956 – Elvis Presley appeared on “The Steve Allen Show.” He was told not to dance and Allen had him sing “Hound Dog” to a real basset hound wearing tails.

1963 – “She Loves You” and “I’ll Get You” were recorded by the Beatles.

1973 – “Jesus Christ Superstar” closed in New York City after 720 performances on Broadway.

1978 – Foreigner’s “Hot Blooded” was released.

1981 – John Morey (Steppenwolf) died in a car accident at the age of 32.

1984 – The album “Animalize” was released by KISS.

1987 – The Grateful Dead’s “In The Dark” LP was released.

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