In 1960, Chubby Checker performs "The Twist" for the first time on TV when he does it on American Bandstand. The song goes to #1 and starts a huge dance craze. … [Continue reading]
Chubby Checker performs “The Twist”
In 1943 Frank Sinatra Goes Solo
Frank Sinatra ends his association with the Tommy Dorsey orchestra, recording the last two of over 90 songs before moving on to great acclaim as a solo star at Columbia. … [Continue reading]
The Doors’ L.A. Woman Album Is Certified Gold.
In 1971 The Doors' L.A. Woman album is certified Gold. … [Continue reading]
In 1967 Arlo Guthrie debuts “Alice’s Restaurant Massacree”
Arlo Guthrie debuts "Alice's Restaurant Massacree" at the 1967 Newport Folk Festival. The song runs 18 minutes long and tells a true (but greatly exaggerated) story about how he was arrested one Thanksgiving morning for illegal dumping. The ticket … [Continue reading]
In 1958 Johnny Cash Signs With Columbia Records
1958, Johnny Cash signed with Columbia Records, where he would remain for the next 30 years releasing over 60 albums. … [Continue reading]
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