Tag "this day in rock october 24"

Oct 24, 2018: Tony Joe White, of ‘Polk Salad Annie’ Fame—Obituary

His songs were recorded by many stars including Elvis. Brook Benton scored with “Rainy Night in Georgia.” White had just released a new LP

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Oct 24, 1962: James Brown Tracks ‘Live at the Apollo’

Simply put, it’s not just one of the artist’s greatest albums and live records ever, but considered one of the essential LPs in popular music

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Oct 24, 2017: Fats Domino Dies at Age 89—Obituary

A New Orleans icon and massive influence on later rockers, his hits included “Blueberry Hill,” “Ain’t That a Shame” and “I’m Walkin’.”

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