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) →

The Beatles kick off 1964 Autumn UK Tour on John Lennon’s birthday in Bradford 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 9 1964)

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


Video: 'THE BEATLES AT BRADFORD'S GAUMONT ~ FRIDAY 9th OCTOBER 1964 (Podcast 2)'

(Friday, October 9, 1964, 6:15 p.m. BST; during The Beatles’ 1964 Autumn UK Tour) — The Beatles celebrated John Lennon’s 24th birthday in style tonight, launching their 1964 Autumn UK Tour with a thrilling performance at the Gaumont Cinema in central Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. Continue reading The Beatles kick off 1964 Autumn UK Tour on John Lennon’s birthday in Bradford 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 9 1964) →

Bush and Kerry clash on Iraq, economy and health care in second TV debate 20 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 8 2004)

2000s, U.S. Presidents


Video: 'Bush vs. Kerry: The second 2004 presidential debate'

(Friday, October 8, 2004, 9:00 p.m. EDT; during the 2004 United States presidential debates) — In a heated and intense second presidential debate tonight, U.S. Senator John Kerry criticized President George W. Bush for soaring deficits, sluggish job growth, and a foreign policy that, according to Kerry, has fostered global resentment. Continue reading Bush and Kerry clash on Iraq, economy and health care in second TV debate 20 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 8 2004) →

The Beatles complete recording of ‘She’s A Woman’ in London 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 8 1964)

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


Video: 'She's A Woman (Remastered 2009)'

(Thursday, October 8, 1964, 7:00-10:00 p.m. BST) — The Beatles completed what would become the B-side of their next single this evening, recording overdubs onto take six of “She’s A Woman” at EMI Studio 2 in London. Continue reading The Beatles complete recording of ‘She’s A Woman’ in London 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 8 1964) →

The Beatles record early takes of ‘She’s A Woman’ in London 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 8 1964)

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


Video: 'The Beatles She's A Woman (Take 1)'

(Thursday, October 8, 1964, 3:30-5:30 p.m. BST) — The Beatles returned to London’s EMI Studios today to work on what would become the B-side of their forthcoming Christmas single. Continue reading The Beatles record early takes of ‘She’s A Woman’ in London 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 8 1964) →

Ringo Starr drums on Harry Nilsson’s ‘Kojak Columbo’ session in Los Angeles 50 years ago #OnThisDay (Oct 7 1974)

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


Video: 'Ringo Starr + Harry Nilsson - Kojak Columbo Recording Session - RCA Studio - 7 October 1974'

(Monday, October 7, 1974) — Former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr stepped into the studio with close friend and fellow musician Harry Nilsson today to lend his drumming talents to the song “Kojak Columbo” for Nilsson’s album Duit On Mon Dei. Continue reading Ringo Starr drums on Harry Nilsson’s ‘Kojak Columbo’ session in Los Angeles 50 years ago #OnThisDay (Oct 7 1974) →