Remembering Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul
She was one of the most beloved American artists of the past 60 years, gifting us with dozens of hits, and earning every award imaginable
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August 16, 1974: Ramones Play First Concert
The band epitomized a back-to-the-basics sound that became known as punk rock. Although they never achieved mainstream success, the group is now revered.
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Bon Jovi Announce Spring Tour Dates
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2018 inductees will be celebrating with their fans at North American arenas. Plus news about two new songs
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August 15, 1965: The Beatles Shea Stadium Concert
How much of an impact did Beatlemania have? In 1964, they sold out Carnegie Hall’s 2800 seats. A year later, they drew 55,000 to the Mets ballpark.
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August 14, 1958: Gladys Presley, Elvis’ Mother, Dies
They were as close as mother and son could be. When she died, he said: “She’s all I ever lived for. She was always my best girl.”
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Aug 14, 2016: Ringo Starr is a Great-Grandfather!
The classic rock legend became the first Beatle great-grandfather as son Zak became a grandfather!
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Aug. 13, 1975: Bruce Springsteen Bottom Line Showcase
With 10 amazing shows over five days at the intimate New York City showcase club, Springsteen proved himself hotter than the hype.
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Aug 13, 2024: Greg Kihn, Who Scored With ’80s Hit ‘Jeopardy,’ Dies at 75
The 1983 single was parodied a year later by “Weird Al” Yankovic as “I Lost on Jeopardy”
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Aug 13, 2017: Joe Walsh, Barnstorm Reunion
Walsh, Kenny Passarelli and Joe Vitale performed at their Colorado Music Hall of Fame induction concert that also honored Dan Fogelberg
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August 12, 1960: Pete Best Joins the Beatles
Much has been documented about how Ringo joined the band; find out how his predecessor became a member… and an ex-Beatle
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