Oct. 20, 1950: Tom Petty’s Birthday
Elvis Presley inspired the young Petty to “follow that dream.” Then came The Beatles on TV. And guitar lessons by a future Eagles member
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When Joan Baez Joined Ringo Starr at a Paris Concert
Ringo was touring Europe with his All Starr Band for the first time since 2011. On opening night, he was joined by an old friend
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Ferris Bueller’s Day Off: ‘Twist and Shout’
The beloved comedy turned 35 in 2021. Director-writer John Hughes enjoyed a remarkable 10-year run of success including this favorite
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Remember ’80s Band The Outfield?
The English band with an American-sounding name had significant success with their 1985 debut album, Play Deep, thanks to the hit single, “Your Love”
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Oct 19, 2017: ‘Free Fallin’ Inspires Tom Petty Fans on Ventura Blvd
On the eve of what would have been his 67th birthday, fans organized a Tom Petty Memorial Vampire Walk
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George and Ringo Rocked ‘While My Guitar…’ at 1987 Prince’s Trust Rock Gala
The two Beatles were joined by fellow legends Eric Clapton, Elton John, Jeff Lynne, and Phil Collins, among others
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British Rock Stars Perform ‘All You Need is Love’ at the Queen Golden Jubilee
For Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s Golden Jubilee in 2002, an A-List of rock greats gave a concert. Watch them perform some classics
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Oct 19, 2020: Spencer Davis, Leader of Britain’s “Gimme Some Lovin”’ Band, Dies
The band that bore his name was best known for a pair of 1967 top 10 hits, both sung by Steve Winwood, who wrote, “He was like a big brother to me”
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Oct 19, 2010: Elton John Slams Current Music
The musician took aim at what he felt was the sorry state of contemporary pop songwriting and how TV singing contests don’t yield lasting musical acts
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Dana Carvey ‘SNL’ Audition (With Choppin’ Broccoli)
Talk about a tough room! The likable comic nails it with his impersonations. Plus a bonus clip of “Church Lady”
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