Video: 'Man We Was Lonely (Remastered 2011)'
(Wednesday, February 25, 1970, 11:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m. BST) — Paul McCartney of The Beatles recorded “Man We Was Lonely” today at EMI Studio 2 in London, the final recording session for his debut solo album McCartney, released Apr. 17, 1970. Continue reading Paul McCartney completes recording first solo album 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Feb 25 1970)
Video: 'Blue Turning Grey Over You'
(Tuesday, February 24, 1970, 3:30-7:15 p.m. BST) — The recording of “Blue Turning Grey Over You” by Ringo Starr was completed today at EMI Studio 1 in London for his debut solo album Sentimental Journey, as Starr re-recorded his vocals. Continue reading Starr completes recording ‘Blue Turning Grey Over You’ for debut solo LP 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Feb 24 1970)
Video: 'Maybe I’m Amazed (Remastered 2011)'
(Sunday, February 22, 1970, noon-10:00 p.m. BST) — Paul McCartney of The Beatles recorded “Maybe I’m Amazed” and “Every Night” today at EMI Studio 2 in London for his debut solo album McCartney. Continue reading McCartney records ‘Maybe I’m Amazed’ and ‘Every Night’ 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Feb 22 1970)
(Saturday, February 21, 1970) — “Hey There Lonely Girl” by Eddie Holman peaked at #2 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘Hey There Lonely Girl’ by Eddie Holman peaks at #2 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Feb 21 1970)
(Saturday, February 21, 1970) — “The Thrill Is Gone” by B.B. King peaked at #15 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for two weeks. Continue reading ‘The Thrill Is Gone’ by B.B. King peaks at #15 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Feb 21 1970)
Video: 'Love Is A Many Splendored Thing'
(Thursday, February 19, 1970, 2:30-5:00 p.m. BST) — The recording of “Love Is A Many Splendoured Thing” by Ringo Starr was completed today at EMI Studio 2 in London for his debut solo album Sentimental Journey as eight singers, two flutes, an organ and a vibraphone were overdubbed. Continue reading Starr completes ‘Love Is A Many Splendoured Thing’ for debut solo LP 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Feb 19 1970)
Video: 'Have I Told You Lately That I Love You'
(Tuesday, February 18, 1970, 2:30-5:30 p.m. BST) — The recordings of “Have I Told You Lately That I Love You” and “Let The Rest Of The World Go By” by Ringo Starr was completed today at EMI Studio 2 in London for his debut solo album Sentimental Journey as Starr re-recorded his vocals for both songs. Continue reading Starr completes two tracks for debut solo LP 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Feb 18 1970)
Video: 'I'm A Fool To Care'
(Monday, February 17, 1970, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. BST) — “I’m A Fool To Care” by Ringo Starr was completed today at EMI Studio 2 in London for his debut solo album Sentimental Journey as Francis Shaw conducted a 15-piece string orchestra. Continue reading Starr completes ‘I’m A Fool To Care’ for debut solo LP 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Feb 17 1970)
Video: 'Chicago Auditorium Theatre, 2/15/1970.' (9 videos, early show)
(Sunday, February 15, 1970, 7:00 p.m./10:30 p.m. CST scheduled start times) — American rock band The Doors performed two shows tonight at Auditorium Theatre in Chicago. Continue reading The Doors perform at Auditorium Theatre in Chicago 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Feb 15 1970)
(Saturday, February 14, 1970) — “Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)” by Sly and the Family Stone peaked at #1 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for two consecutive weeks (Feb. 14/21, 1970). Continue reading ‘Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)’ by Sly and the Family Stone peaks at #1 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Feb 14 1970)
