Video: 'Universal Newsreel'
(Wednesday, October 14, 1964) — In a swift and unexpected political shake-up, Nikita Khrushchev, the dominant figure of the Soviet Union for more than a decade, was forced into retirement today by the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union (CPSU). Continue reading Nikita Khrushchev deposed as leader of Soviet Union in surprise move by Communist Party 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 14 1964)
(Saturday, October 14, 1944) — “I’ll Walk Alone” by Dinah Shore peaked at #1 on today’s Billboard Best Selling Retail Records chart for four non-consecutive weeks (Oct. 14, Nov. 4/11/18, 1944). Continue reading ‘I’ll Walk Alone’ by Dinah Shore peaks at #1 in USA 80 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 14 1944)
Video: 'Bush vs. Kerry: The third 2004 presidential debate'
(Wednesday, October 13, 2004, 9:00-10:30 p.m. EDT; during the 2004 United States presidential debates) — In a heated conclusion to the 2004 presidential debates, U.S. President George W. Bush, a Republican, and Senator John Kerry, a Democrat, sparred tonight over the state of American health care, the economy, and their potential Supreme Court appointments regarding abortion rights. Continue reading Bush and Kerry clash on economy, health care, and abortion rights in final presidential debate 20 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 13 2004)
(Saturday, October 13, 1984) — “I Just Called to Say I Love You” by Stevie Wonder at #1 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for three consecutive weeks (Oct. 13/20/27, 1984). Continue reading ‘I Just Called to Say I Love You’ by Stevie Wonder peaks at #1 in USA 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 13 1984)
(Saturday, October 13, 1984) — “Go Insane” by Lindsey Buckingham peaked at #23 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘Go Insane’ by Lindsey Buckingham peaks at #23 in USA 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 13 1984)
(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)
(Saturday, October 26, 1974) — “Another Saturday Night” by Cat Stevens peaked at #6 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘Another Saturday Night’ by Cat Stevens peaks at #6 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 12 1974)
(Saturday, October 12, 1974) — “Earache My Eye” by Cheech and Chong peaked at #9 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘Earache My Eye’ by Cheech and Chong peaks at #9 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Oct 12 1974)
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)
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)
