Monthly Archives: October 2024

‘On the Wings of a Nightingale’ by The Everly Brothers peaks at #50 in USA 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 13 1984)

1980s, Popular Music 1980s, The Beatles 1980s

(Saturday, October 13, 1984) — “On the Wings of a Nightingale” by The Everly Brothers (written by ex-Beatle Paul McCartney) at #50 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘On the Wings of a Nightingale’ by The Everly Brothers peaks at #50 in USA 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 13 1984) →

‘Walls and Bridges’ album by John Lennon debuts at #72 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 12 1974)

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


Video: 'John Lennon - Walls and Bridges (Full Album)' (12 clips)

(Saturday, October 12, 1974) — Walls and Bridges, John Lennon’s fifth solo studio album, debuted at #72 on today’s Billboard 200 albums chart. Continue reading ‘Walls and Bridges’ album by John Lennon debuts at #72 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 12 1974) →

‘Songs, Pictures and Stories of the Fabulous Beatles’ album by The Beatles released in USA 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 12 1964)

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


Video: 'SPOT THE FAKE Introducing Songs Pictures And Stories Of The Fabulous Beatles'

(Monday, October 12, 1964) — Songs, Pictures and Stories of the Fabulous Beatles by The Beatles, Vee Jay’s final attempt to cash in on their soon-to-be expired license agreement to release recordings by the band, was released in the U.S. today. Continue reading ‘Songs, Pictures and Stories of the Fabulous Beatles’ album by The Beatles released in USA 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 12 1964) →

Bush and Ferraro clash in historic vice presidential debate, sparking spirited exchanges 40 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 11 1984)

1980s, U.S. Presidents


Video: 'Bush vs. Ferraro: The 1984 vice presidential debate'

(Thursday, October 11, 1984, 9:00-10:30 p.m. EDT; during the 1984 United States presidential debates) — In a historic and spirited debate, Vice President George Bush, a Republican, and his Democratic opponent, U.S. Rep. Geraldine Ferraro, engaged in a heated exchange tonight, clashing repeatedly over President Reagan’s policies. Continue reading Bush and Ferraro clash in historic vice presidential debate, sparking spirited exchanges 40 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 11 1984) →

John Lennon’s interview by Jim Ladd to promote his ‘Walls and Bridges’ studio album airs on KMET-FM 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 10 1974)

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


Video: 'John Lennon - audio interview by Jim Ladd in New York (U.S. radio, KMET-FM, 10 October 1974)'

(Thursday, October 10, 1974) — In a revealing interview, former Beatle John Lennon shared intimate details about his daily life, creative process, and personal philosophies in a broadcast that aired tonight on KMET-FM in Los Angeles. Continue reading John Lennon’s interview by Jim Ladd to promote his ‘Walls and Bridges’ studio album airs on KMET-FM 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 10 1974) →

Paul McCartney completes recording for ‘One Hand Clapping’ project 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 9 1974)

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


Video: 'Jet (One Hand Clapping Sessions)'

(Wednesday, October 9, 1974, during sessions for One Hand Clapping) — More than a month after an intense week of recording and filming sessions, Paul McCartney’s One Hand Clapping project concluded today with the final re-recordings of three songs at EMI Studios in London. Continue reading Paul McCartney completes recording for ‘One Hand Clapping’ project 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 9 1974) →