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The Beatles perform last concert at Candlestick Park in San Francisco 60 years ago this hour (Aug 29 1966)
Video: 'The Beatles: Live In San Francisco (August 29th, 1966)'
(Monday, August 29, 1966, 9:27 p.m. PDT) — The Beatles concluded their third North American tour tonight by performing what would be their last concert with a 35-minute set before an estimated 25,000 fans at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, California. Continue reading The Beatles perform last concert at Candlestick Park in San Francisco 60 years ago this hour (Aug 29 1966)
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President Bill Clinton accepts Democratic nomination for second term 30 years ago this hour (Aug 29 1996)
Video: 'President Clinton's Remarks at the 1996 Democratic National Convention'
(Thursday, August 29, 1996, 9:00 p.m. CDT) — President Bill Clinton of Arkansas accepted the Democratic nomination for a second term tonight at the 1996 Democratic National Convention meeting at the United Center in Chicago. Continue reading President Bill Clinton accepts Democratic nomination for second term 30 years ago this hour (Aug 29 1996)
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The Beatles arrive in San Francisco for final concert 60 years ago this hour (Aug 29 1966)
Video: 'The Beatles - Live Candlestick Park, San Francisco, California 1966' (2 clips of airport arrival, 1 clip of stadium arrival)
(Monday, August 29, 1966, 5:45 p.m. PDT) — The Beatles arrived today at San Francisco International Airport for what would turn out to be the group’s final concert on the 14th stop of The Beatles’ 1966 US tour. Continue reading The Beatles arrive in San Francisco for final concert 60 years ago this hour (Aug 29 1966)
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The Doors begin recording first album in Los Angeles 60 years ago today (Aug 29 1966)
Video: 'Moonlight Drive (Version 1)'
(Monday, August 29, 1966) — The Doors (Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger and John Densmore) began recording their first studio album for Elektra Records today at Sunset Sound Recorders in Hollywood, tracking 18 takes of “Moonlight Drive” and 12 takes of “Indian Summer,” both of which would be held, re-recorded and released on future albums. Continue reading The Doors begin recording first album in Los Angeles 60 years ago today (Aug 29 1966)
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‘Did I Remember’ by Shep Fields peaks at #1 in USA 90 years ago today (Aug 29 1936)
(Saturday, August 29, 1936) — “Did I Remember” by Shep Fields and his Rippling Rhythm Orchestra (vocal by Charles Chester; recorded in New York City on July 3, 1936) peaked at #1 on today’s Your Hit Parade weekly music chart for six consecutive weeks (Aug. 29, Sept. 5/12/19/26, Oct. 3, 1936). Continue reading ‘Did I Remember’ by Shep Fields peaks at #1 in USA 90 years ago today (Aug 29 1936)
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The Beatles perform at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles 60 years ago this hour (Aug 28 1966)
Video: '[NEW 4K SCAN] The Beatles - Live at Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles (August 28th, 1966) - Super 8 Film'
(Sunday, August 28, 1966, approximately 9:33-10:00 p.m. PDT) — The Beatles performed tonight at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles with 45,000 in attendance on the 13th stop of The Beatles’ 1966 US tour. Continue reading The Beatles perform at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles 60 years ago this hour (Aug 28 1966)
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‘This Masquerade’ by George Benson peaks at #10 in USA 50 years ago today (Aug 28 1976)
(Saturday, August 28, 1976) — “This Masquerade” by George Benson peaked at #10 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for two weeks. Continue reading ‘This Masquerade’ by George Benson peaks at #10 in USA 50 years ago today (Aug 28 1976)
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‘Baby, I Love Your Way’ by Peter Frampton peaks at #12 in USA 50 years ago today (Aug 28 1976)
(Saturday, August 28, 1976) — “Baby, I Love Your Way” by Peter Frampton peaked at #12 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for two weeks. Continue reading ‘Baby, I Love Your Way’ by Peter Frampton peaks at #12 in USA 50 years ago today (Aug 28 1976)
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Britain’s Prince Charles and Princess Diana officially divorced 30 years ago this hour (Aug 28 1996)
Video: 'On this day: Royal divorce'
(Wednesday, August 28, 1996, decree absolute issued at 10:27 a.m. British Summer Time) — The troubled 15-year marriage of Britain’s Prince Charles and Princess Diana officially ended today with the issuing of a divorce decree. Continue reading Britain’s Prince Charles and Princess Diana officially divorced 30 years ago this hour (Aug 28 1996)
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The Monkees complete recordings of three songs in Hollywood 60 years ago this hour (Aug 27 1966)
Video: 'She (Original Stereo Version) [2006 Remaster]'
(Saturday, August 27, 1966, 3:30 p.m. PDT-?) — The Monkees recorded “She” and early versions of “Words” and of “Valleri” today at RCA Studio B in Hollywood (the latter two would be re-recorded next year for release). Continue reading The Monkees complete recordings of three songs in Hollywood 60 years ago this hour (Aug 27 1966)
