Music History for July 1


Today's:


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.
Today in Elvis Presley History

1963 - "She Loves You" and "I'll Get You" were recorded by the Beatles.
Today in Beatles History

1973 - In New York City, "Jesus Christ Superstar" closed after 711 shows on Broadway.

1976 - Paul McCartney purchased Buddy Holly's entire publishing catalog from Norman Petty.

1984 - The album "Animalize" was released by KISS.

1987 - The Grateful Dead's "In The Dark" LP was released.

1997 - The Radiohead album "OK Computer" was released in the U.S.