Monthly Archives: August 2024

Democrats nominate George B. McClellan for president of the United States 160 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 31 1864)

1860s, American Civil War


Video: 'The American Presidential Election of 1864'

(Wednesday, August 31, 1864; during the American Civil War) — Major General George B. McClellan of New Jersey, who served as Commanding General of the U.S. Army during the American Civil War from November 1861 to March 1862, was nominated president of the United States today at the 1864 Democratic National Convention meeting at the Amphitheater in Chicago. Continue reading Democrats nominate George B. McClellan for president of the United States 160 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 31 1864) →

The Beatles rock Atlantic City during historic night at Convention Hall 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 30 1964)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s, The Beatles 1960s


Video: 'The Beatles Live At The Convention Hall, Atlantic City, USA (Sunday 30th August 1964)'

(Sunday, August 30, 1964, approximately 10:00 p.m. EDT; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — Just three nights after U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson accepted the nomination for a full term of office at the 1964 Democratic National Convention, in the very same venue, The Beatles electrified a crowd of 18,000 fans at the Convention Hall in Atlantic City tonight, delivering an unforgettable performance in their signature style. Continue reading The Beatles rock Atlantic City during historic night at Convention Hall 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 30 1964) →

John Lennon adds sound effect of wolves howling to ‘Scared’ as he wraps up sessions for new studio album 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 30 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s, The Beatles 1970s


Video: 'Scared (Remastered 2010)'

(Friday, August 30, 1974, evening EDT; during sessions for Walls and Bridges) — Sessions for John Lennon’s fifth studio album, Walls and Bridges, continued today at Record Plant East at 321 West 44th Street in New York City as the former Beatle added sound effects of wolves howling to start his recording of “Sacred.” Continue reading John Lennon adds sound effect of wolves howling to ‘Scared’ as he wraps up sessions for new studio album 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 30 1974) →

John Lennon’s lawyer claims deportation attempt linked to anti-war rally rumors 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 30 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s, The Beatles 1970s


Video: 'WNBC Channel 4 - Court Appearance (Raw Footage) - 30 August 1974'

(Friday, August 30, 1974, during sessions for Walls and Bridges) — John Lennon’s lawyer argued today that the former Beatle was targeted for deportation due to rumors he would participate in an antiwar rally at the 1972 Republican National Convention. Continue reading John Lennon’s lawyer claims deportation attempt linked to anti-war rally rumors 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 30 1974) →

Paul McCartney filmed performing in backyard of EMI studios in London for ‘One Hand Clapping’ project 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 30 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s, The Beatles 1970s


Video: 'Paul McCartney | The Backyard (Full Audio Tape/30th August 1974)'

(Thursday, August 29, 1974, during sessions for One Hand Clapping) — On the fifth day of Paul McCartney’s One Hand Clapping project, the former Beatle was filmed today performing ten songs, sitting in a chair playing acoustic guitar, in the backyard at EMI Studios in London. Continue reading Paul McCartney filmed performing in backyard of EMI studios in London for ‘One Hand Clapping’ project 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 30 1974) →

The Beatles gear up for second NYC show after wild night with Bob Dylan and first experience smoking pot 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 29 1964)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s, The Beatles 1960s


Video: 'John Lennon Talks About New York And The Concert At Forest Hills On 29th August 1964'

(Saturday, August 29, 1964, afternoon EDT; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — After a late-night session with Bob Dylan that included the band’s introduction to marijuana, The Beatles slept in until the afternoon, resting up before their second New York City show in as many days. Continue reading The Beatles gear up for second NYC show after wild night with Bob Dylan and first experience smoking pot 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 29 1964) →

‘I’ll Cry Instead’ by The Beatles peaks at #25 in USA 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 29 1964)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s, The Beatles 1960s

(Saturday, August 29, 1964) — “I’ll Cry Instead” by The Beatles peaked at #25 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘I’ll Cry Instead’ by The Beatles peaks at #25 in USA 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 29 1964) →

Paul McCartney and Wings record overdubs for ‘One Hand Clapping’ live-in-studio album in London 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 29 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s, The Beatles 1970s


Video: 'My Love (One Hand Clapping Sessions)'

(Thursday, August 29, 1974, during sessions for One Hand Clapping) — Former Beatle Paul McCartney and his British–American rock band Wings continued recording sessions today for their live-in-studio album, One Hand Clapping, at Abbey Road Studios in London. Continue reading Paul McCartney and Wings record overdubs for ‘One Hand Clapping’ live-in-studio album in London 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 29 1974) →

The Beatles airlifted to Forest Hills for historic Queens concert 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 28 1964)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s, The Beatles 1960s


Video: 'George Harrison Gives His Views On Press Conferences, A Hard Day'S Night And The Usa Compared...'

(Friday, August 28, 1964, evening EDT; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles were driven to a helicopter and airlifted to Forest Hills tonight at around 7:30 p.m. EDT for their highly anticipated concert at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens, New York City. Continue reading The Beatles airlifted to Forest Hills for historic Queens concert 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 28 1964) →

The Beatles face press scrutiny in New York before historic Forest Hills concert 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 28 1964)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s, The Beatles 1960s


Video: 'Beatles Press Conference_Delmonico Hotel, New York'

(Friday, August 28, 1964, 5:30 p.m. EDT; during The Beatles’ 1964 North American tour) — The Beatles held a lively press conference today in the Crystal Ballroom of the Delmonico Hotel in New York City, just hours before their highly anticipated performance at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens during the group’s their first full North American tour. Continue reading The Beatles face press scrutiny in New York before historic Forest Hills concert 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 28 1964) →