Elvis Presley gets his first No.1 in 1956 with “Heartbreak Hotel”
One of Elvis Presley’s absolute classics, the single “Heartbreak Hotel” was his first No.1, it peaked to the top of the charts on May 5, 1956
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Rock N’ Roll
The influential guitarist Link Wray was born 91 years ago
Link Wray was the first guitarist to discover the potential of the electric guitar distortion and the power chord. His seminal 1958 song “Rumble” opened the way to the emergence of Punk and Hard Rock
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Maurice Williams turns 81 today
Maurice Williams became famous with The Zodiacs during the early 1960’s with the song “Stay”, now a timeless Rock classic. He was born on this day in 1938
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Revisiting The Rolling Stones 1964 debut album, that marked the beginning of their amazing journey
In 1964 the Rolling Stones began their amazing journey with their debut album “The Rolling Stones”. Essentially a Blues and Rock N’ Roll covers LP, the album also included some of the first compositions by the Stones and Jagger/Richards. We revisit this essential classic Rock album released on this day 55 years ago
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Chuck Berry releases the absolute Rock classic Johnny B. Goode on this day in 1958
Due to the segregation times, he was living, Chuck Berry changed the initial lyrics he wrote for the song, that granted him massive airplay
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The historical significance of the 1956 Elvis Presley debut album
The self-titled Elvis Presley LP remains a favorite, influential and best seller 63 years after it’s original release on RCA Victor. We revisit this seminal Rock album
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12 Of Little Richard’s Best Quotes
The legendary Rocker was never too shy to speak his mind whatever was his state of spirit or mind. Here’s 12 of his best quotes
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On this day in 1959 Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Richie Valens, all play their last concert at the Surf Ballroom, Clear Lake, Iowa
On February 2nd, 1959, just a few hours before the tragic plane crash that killed them, Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Ritchie Valens, three of the rising stars on the Rock N’ Roll scene, all play their last concert at the Surf Ballroom, Clear Lake, Iowa, during the infamous Winter Dance Party Tour.
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A Rock classic was born on this day in 1956, when Elvis Presley releases “Heartbreak Hotel”
“Heartbreak Hotel” was his first release on RCA on January 27, 1956, right after leaving Sun Records, it’s one of the most covered songs not only in Rock music but on other genres too and gave Elvis Presley his first international hit. Find out what the song is really about
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Johnny Cash plays a legendary live concert at the Folsom State Prison on this day in 1968
After his 1955 song “Folsom Prison Blues”, Johnny Cash had been interested in recording a performance at a prison and on January 13th, 1968 he finally played a live concert at the Folsom State Prison in California that became one of Rock and Country Music seminal moments
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The influential Long John Baldry was born on this day in 1941
Long John Baldry might be remembered by some only for his 1967 hit “Let The Heartaches Begin”, but he was much more than that. He gave some of the first professional opportunities to artists such as members of The Rolling Stones, Rod Stewart and Elton John and served as their mentor; Elton adopted John as his name to honor him. We look back at his influential life and career on his birthday
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The Kingsmen were No.1 on the US Cash Box music chart with the controversial “Louie Louie”
One of the absolute staples on Rock music, the Kingsmen “Louie Louie” version released in 1963 was the subject of a FBI investigation. On January 1964 it was No. 1 on the the US Cash Box music chart
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Top 12 1960’s Jimmy Page songs as a session musician
To celebrate the birth of the legendary Rock God Jimmy Page we’ve selected the Top 12 1960’s tracks where he’s featured as a session musician, from Nico to David Bowie to Petula Clark to The Who and even Shirley Bassey, Page left a deep mark on the 1960’s Rock and Pop scene even before he was famous
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Celebrate Elvis Presley’s life and legend by watching the 1973 “Aloha from Hawaii Concert”
The famous Elvis Presley concert was broadcasted live via satellite on January 14, 1973 and aired in over 40 countries across Asia and Europe, becoming one of his most iconic shows
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The Eternal King Of Rock N’ Roll Elvis Presley was born on this day in 1935
Elvis Presley still holds his title as the King Of Rock N’ Roll even over 40 years after his untimely death, celebrate Elvis life, on the day of his 84th Anniversary by looking at some of his best and most iconic photos.
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Remembering Sun Records founder Sam Phillips on his birthday, a man who changed the music world
Sam Phillips had a pivotal role on the initial success of Rock N’ Roll music during the 1950’s with his label Sun Records, that served as a launching platform for Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Ike Turner among others, we look back at some of the highlights of Sun Records history on his 96th anniversary
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Roy Orbison passed away 30 years ago today
The influential singer and songwriter Roy Orbison left a more than thirty years legacy of absolute music classics such as “Crying”, “In Dreams”, “Oh Pretty Woman” and “You Got It”. On December 6th, 1988 Orbison passed away suddenly at the age of 52. We recap his life and career
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The legendary self-proclaimed “Queen Of Rock N’ Roll” Little Richard turns 86 today
“Elvis may be the King of Rock and Roll, but I am the Queen. ” said Little Richard once. An influential figure in popular music and culture for seven decades, with his dynamic music and charismatic showmanship, he laid the foundation for Rock N’ Roll, his music played a key role in the formation of other popular music genres. We couldn’t imagine Rock music without Little Richard. He celebrates 86 years old today, we look back at his life and career
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Buddy Holly premieres on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1957
Buddy Holly and The Crickets first appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show on December 1st, 1957, watch Buddy performing “That’ll Be The Day” at the famous TV show
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In 1960 Elvis Presley gets his third US No.1 with “Are You Lonesome Tonight?”
In April 1960, after Elvis Presley’s two-year service in the United States Army, he recorded ,”Are You Lonesome Tonight? at the suggestion of manager Colonel Tom Parker, the song went No.1 on this day in 1960
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In 1955 Bo Diddley is banned from The Ed Sullivan Show
In 1955 Bo Diddley became the first Rock Star to be banned from The Ed Sullivan Show, find out why
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“Shake Rattle And Roll” earns Bill Haley And His Comets their first Top 10 Hit
Originally recorded by Big Joe Turner, “Shake Rattle And Roll” gave Bill Haley and His Comets his first Top 10 single on November 11th, 1954
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Ike Turner was born 87 years ago today in 1931
Despite his controversial personal life, Ike is considered an influential Rock N’ Roll pioneer, with Tina Turner he scored several hit songs during the 1960’s and 1970’s that remain enduring Rock classics
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Jerry Lee Lewis’ “Great Balls Of Fire” was released 61 years ago
“Great Balls of Fire” by Jerry Lee Lewis was released on November 3rd 1957 on Sun Records, despite turning 60 years old today, it remains a solid Rock classic
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Remembering the rocker Bobby Fuller on his birthday
Bobby Fuller is mostly remembered for his version of “I Fought The Law” in 1966, the singer died prematurely at 23 years old. We remember him on his 76th birthday
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Remembering the Legendary Chuck Berry
John Lennon said once “If you tried to give rock and roll another name, you might call it ‘Chuck Berry” Today on his birthday we remember the legendary and influential Rocker
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In 1957 The Everly Brothers “Wake Up Little Susie” reaches No.1 on the U.S singles charts
A true Rock N’ Roll classic, “Wake Up Little Susie” by The Everly Brothers reached No.1 on the U.S singles charts on October 14th 1957
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The Legacy and Importance Of Legendary Rocker Eddie Cochran
Rock N’ Roll legend Eddie Cochran was born on October 3, 1938, and despite his untimely death at a young age,his legacy in Rock music is immense, maybe one of the biggest ones is being the man that got John Lennon and Paul McCartney together to form a band
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Remembering Frankie Lymon on his 76th Birthday
The 1950’s band Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers were the mold for similar bands to come such as The Jackson 5, their 1956 hit “Why Do Fools Fall In Love” is still remembered to this day, Frankie Lymon the group’s most memorable member died prematurely at only 25 years old in 1968
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Jerry Lee Lewis, The Killer Turns 83
He was the prototypical Rock Star. Long before the late 60’s and 70’s era of rock stardom excess, Jerry Lee Lewis already was living the wild Rock Star life in the 1950’s. His bad wild boy reputation as well as his non conventional stage antics that included wild and energetic performances and instrument smash before Rockers did it, earned him the nickname “The Killer”, today, he turns 83
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Roy Orbison’s “Oh, Pretty Woman” Goes No.1 in 1964
One of Roy Orbison’s signature songs, “Oh, Pretty Woman” the song was honored with a Grammy Hall of Fame Award and was named one of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll, it had a resurgence in 1990 when it was used as the title song for the movie “Pretty Woman”
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“That’ll Be The Day” Hits No. 1 in 1957
One of Buddy Holly’s signature songs and an absolute Rock classic climbed to the top of the charts on this day in 1957
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Elvis Presley reaches No.1 on Hot 100 with “Don’t Be Cruel” in 1956
Don’t Be Cruel” written by famed composer Otis Blackwell. One of Presley’s signature songs, it went on to become also one of his best selling singles, by 1961 sales had exceeded 6 millions
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“Rock Around The Clock” gets banned in several theaters in 1956
Made mainly to capitalize on Haley’s success and the popularity of his multimillion-selling recording “Rock Around the Clock”, the movie takes credit as the first ever Rock N’ Roll musical
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Remembering the legendary Buddy Holly
Looking back at the life and music of Buddy Holly, one of Rock’s most influential artists on his 82nd birthday
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In 1957 Jerry “The Killer” Lee Lewis appears on TV for the first time at The Steve Allen Show
After being rejected by The Ed Sullivan Show, the wild Rocker was finally invited to appear on TV, it happened on July 28, 1957 at The Steve Allen Show where he played “Whole Lot Of Shakin’ Going On”
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Sun Records released Elvis Presley’s first single “That’s All Right” on this day in 1954
Written and originally performed by blues singer Arthur Crudup in 1946 as “That’s All Right, Mama”, “That’s All Right” became Elvis Presley’s first single. It was released by Sun Records on July 19, 1954
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The original Shock Rocker “Screamin’ Jay” Hawkins
We look back at the career and legacy of the original Shock Rocker “Screamin’ Jay” Hawkins today that marks his 89th birthday
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On July 9, 1955 Bill Haley & His Comets peaked to No.1 on the US singles chart with Rock N’ Roll classic “Rock Around the Clock”
Despite the cultural influence “Rock Around The Clock”, the song bear a very close similarity to several songs written years before, learn which ones and also more about the background of this Rock classic
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The King Elvis Presley plays his last concert ever on this day in 1977
On June 26, 1977, 18.000 people had the unique opportunity to witness Elvis Presley’s last concert at the Market Square Arena in Indianapolis. Six weeks later, The King was dead
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The extraordinary Bo Diddley was born on this day
Bo Diddley created a signature guitar playing style that keeps influencing Rock music to this day and influenced artists from Buddy Holly to the New York Dolls. We look back at the career of one of the most influential Rock guitarists of all time on his birthday
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Remembering Del Shannon on his birthday
Del Shannon made one of Rock N’ Roll’s most memorable song, “Runaway”. During the early 1960’s he enjoyed a wave of success from the hit single, he was born on this day in 1934
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Breaking: Legendary Fats Domino dead at 89
He was one of the 3 remaining Rock N’ Roll founding fathers, along with Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis, yesterday, Fats Domino passed away at age 89
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Remembering The Man In Black
Today marks the 14th anniversary of the passing of legendary country musician and icon Johnny Cash. We take a look back at his life and career
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Elvis Presley makes his first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show
Elvis who had been refused before by Ed Sullivan, known already back then as not being too comfortable with the new Rock N’ Roll acts on his show makes his first appearance on September 9th, 1956
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Buddy Holly was born 81 Years ago today
Looking back at the life and music of Buddy Holly, one of Rock’s most influential artists
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“Sun Records” Too much for too less
“Sun Records” Too much for too less 2017 TV Series “Sun Records” based on Sam Phillips label and the artists
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