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‘All I Need Is a Miracle’ by Mike + The Mechanics peaks at #5 in USA 40 years ago today (Jun 7 1986)
(Saturday, June 7, 1986) — “All I Need Is a Miracle” by Mike + The Mechanics peaked at #5 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘All I Need Is a Miracle’ by Mike + The Mechanics peaks at #5 in USA 40 years ago today (Jun 7 1986)
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‘Rock ‘n’ Roll Music’ album by The Beatles released 50 years ago today (June 7 1976)
Video: 'The Beatles - Rock 'n' Roll Music (1976)' (28 clips)
(Monday, June 7, 1976) — Rock ‘n’ Roll Music, a compilation album by The Beatles that consisted of previously released tracks, was released in the U.S. today (June 11, 1976, in the UK). Continue reading ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll Music’ album by The Beatles released 50 years ago today (June 7 1976)
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Lee Resolution calling for independence presented to Continental Congress 250 years ago today (June 7 1776)
Video: 'The Lee Resolution'
(Friday, June 7, 1776; during the American Revolutionary War and the American Revolution) — Richard Henry Lee of Virginia offered a resolution to the Continental Congress today stating “That these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent States.”
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Ex-Beatle Ringo Starr records ‘Cryin’’ for fifth studio album 50 years ago today (Jun 6 1976)
Video: 'Cryin''
(Sunday, June 6, 1976) — Former Beatle Ringo Starr returned to Sunset Sound Recorders in Hollywood today to continue work on his upcoming solo studio album Ringo’s Rotogravure, tracking “Cryin’ (Don’t It Make You Feel Like Crying).” Continue reading Ex-Beatle Ringo Starr records ‘Cryin’’ for fifth studio album 50 years ago today (Jun 6 1976)
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The Beatles complete recording ‘Eleanor Rigby’ 60 years ago this hour (Jun 7 1966)
Video: 'Revolver (Recording Sessions Vol. 4), June 6th - June 21st, 1966'
43:35 Eleanor Rigby (RM3) [Emidisc Acetate]
45:40 Eleanor Rigby (RM5)
47:46 Eleanor Rigby (RS-99) [Takes 14 + 15]
49:51 Eleanor Rigby (Single Vocal Mix)
(Tuesday, June 7, 1966, midnight.-1:30 a.m. BST) — The English rock band The Beatles continued production of their seventh studio album Revolver this morning at EMI Studio 3 in London, completing “Eleanor Rigby” with the addition of Paul McCartney’s vocal counterpoint during the final verse. Continue reading The Beatles complete recording ‘Eleanor Rigby’ 60 years ago this hour (Jun 7 1966)
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James Meredith shot and wounded during civil rights walk into Mississippi 60 years ago this hour (Jun 6 1966)
Video: 'James Meredith Shot During March Against Fear'
(Monday, June 6, 1966, 4:15 p.m. CST/6:15 p.m. EDT; during the Civil rights movement) — James Meredith, the African-American who desegregated the University of Mississippi in 1962, was shot in the back today as he walked along United States Highway 51 two miles south of Hernando, Mississippi. Continue reading James Meredith shot and wounded during civil rights walk into Mississippi 60 years ago this hour (Jun 6 1966)
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Senator Robert F. Kennedy delivers ‘Day of Affirmation speech’ in South Africa 60 years ago this evening (June 6 1966)
Video: 'Robert F. Kennedy: Day of Affirmation Address in South Africa (aka 'Ripple of Hope') - FULL'
(Monday, June 6, 1966, evening SAST; during the African-American Civil Rights Movement (1954–68)) — Senator Robert F. Kennedy (D-NY) addressed members of the National Union of South African Students tonight at the University of Cape Town, South Africa, on the University’s “Day of Reaffirmation of Academic and Human Freedom.” Continue reading Senator Robert F. Kennedy delivers ‘Day of Affirmation speech’ in South Africa 60 years ago this evening (June 6 1966)
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‘Is It True What They Say About Dixie?’ by Jimmy Dorsey peaks at #1 in USA 90 years ago today (Jun 6 1936)
(Saturday, April 25, 1936) — “Is It True What They Say About Dixie?” by Jimmy Dorsey and his Orchestra (Bob Eberly on vocal) peaked at #1 on today’s Your Hit Parade weekly music chart for five non-consecutive weeks (June 6/13/20/27, July 11, 1936). Continue reading ‘Is It True What They Say About Dixie?’ by Jimmy Dorsey peaks at #1 in USA 90 years ago today (Jun 6 1936)
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Democrats nominate James Buchanan for President of the United States 170 years ago today (June 6 1856)
(Friday, June 6, 1856) — Former Secretary of State James Buchanan of Pennsylvania was unanimously nominated President of the United States today at the 1856 Democratic National Convention meeting at Smith and Nixon’s Hall in Cincinnati. Continue reading Democrats nominate James Buchanan for President of the United States 170 years ago today (June 6 1856)
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Snowstorm strikes northeastern U.S., heralding ‘Year Without a Summer’ 210 years ago today (Jun 6 1816)
Video: 'Mount Tambora: The Year Without a Summer'
(Thursday, June 6, 1816) — A snowstorm struck the northeastern U.S. today, specifically in Albany, New York, and Dennysville, Maine, heralding what would become known as the “Year Without a Summer.” Continue reading Snowstorm strikes northeastern U.S., heralding ‘Year Without a Summer’ 210 years ago today (Jun 6 1816)
