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  1. History of The Beatles Book: Fab 4 Time Capsules From 1963 On The Beatles Book was a series of magazines about the Beatles that was published from 1963 through 2003, which some interruptions along the way. The magazines contained photos and stories of the group from its earliest days and helped drive the mania that surrounded the Beatles as their popularity grew. The publication was founded in 1963 by Sean O'Mahony (1932-2020), who had worked in the music business since the 1950s after first running a coffee bar. By the early 1960s he had become the...
  2. This Week In Music History June 7-20 The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUNE 10: Today in 1962, Ray Charles was at #1 with “I Can’t Stop Loving You”. It was first released in 1957 by its songwriter, Don Gibson. JUNE 18: Happy birthday Sir Paul McCartney, born today in 1942! The iconic singer-songwriter, musician, and activist continues to make music and entertain crowds around the world. Photo credit: Ralph_PH [https://creativecommons.org/...
  3. This Week In Music History June 21 - July 5 The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUNE 23: Today in 1966, the Beatles were at #1 with “Paperback Writer”. It would be their last new song featured on their final tour in 1966. JUNE 25: Happy birthday to Carly Simon, born today in 1945! She rose to fame during the 70s with 13 Top 40 hits, including “You’re So Vain”, “You Belong To Me”, “Jesse”, and others. JULY 2: Today in 1989, The Fine Young Cannibal...
  4. Concert Tickets and Passes: Small Pieces Of Music History Concert tickets and backstage passes have become excellent collectibles. Most are not overly expensive and they make a great scrap book project or, even better, make for a great art piece when designed into a collage to enjoy on a wall. Like most music collectibles, the artist matters (although also always a matter of personal taste), but older dated shows from an artist's early career or particularly famous shows can be the most highly sought after. Like with most collectibles, condition...
  5. This Week In Music History Apr 11-24 The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! APR 13: Today in 1982, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts were at #1 with the enduring rock anthem “I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll”. The song was first recorded in 1975 by The Arrows. Jett’s cover version stayed at #1 for seven weeks! APR 17: Today in 1970, The Beatles were at #1 with “Let It Be”. It was the group’s final single before Paul McCartney announced his departure from t...
  6. This Week In Music History Oct 11-17 The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! OCT 11: Happy birthday to Daryl Hall, born today in 1946! The singer songwriter and musician is best known as one half of the duo Hall & Oates. He has also performed solo and currently hosts the popular music series “Daryl’s House”. Photo credit: Matthew Becker [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en] OCT 17: Today in 1965, The Beatles were at #1 with ...
  7. This Week In Music History Aug 2-8 The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! AUG 5: Today in 1957, American Bandstand debuted nationally. Already a popular East Coast regional show, the show became a staple for teenage viewers across America until the show ended in 1989. Dick Clark hosted from 1956 until 1989! AUG 8: Today in 1969, one of the most iconic album cover photos was shot when the Beatles and photographer, Iain McMillan, shot the Abb...
  8. This Week In Music History July 5-11 The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JULY 7: Happy 80th birthday to Ringo Starr, born today in 1940! 🎂🥁 He co-founded his first band in 1957 and in 1962 was invited to join the Beatles. In addition to music, Ringo has acted in many films. Today, he continues to play with his Ringo Starr and Hiss All-Starr Band. JULY 10: Today in 1978, the Starland Vocal Band was at #1 with “Afternoon Delight”. The one hit...
  9. This Week In Music History July 12-18 The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JULY 14: Today in 1962, the Beatles played their first gig! They appeared at The Regent Dansette and the cost of admission was five schillings - the equivalent of 70 cents😮 Be the envy of all your friends! Get MusicGoldmine.com Music History in your Facebook feed each day. Just follow us on Facebook here. ...
  10. This Week In Music History Mar 29-Apr 4 The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! APR 1: Today in 2013, a signed copy of the Beatles’ Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band sold for $290,500 at auction in Dallas, TX! The UK Parlophone copy was estimated pre-auction to fetch around $30,000. Who owned/owns a copy of this iconic album?🙋🏻‍♀️💿 MAR 29: Today in 1971, Janis Joplin was at #1 with “Me And Bobby McGee”. At the time, it was the second posthumous...
  11. This Week In Music History Sept 22-28 The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. SEPT 22: Happy birthday to Joan Jett born today in 1958! She was guitarist for The Runaways before forming Joan Jett & the Blackhearts. SEPT 23: Happy 70th bithday to Bruce Springsteen! In a career that has spanned five decades, Springsteen has become one of the most recognized rockers in the world. He has sold more than 135 million records worldwide! When he saw the Beatles perform on the Ed Sullivan Show i...
  12. This Week In Music History Apr 21 - 27 The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com APR 21: Today in 1969, Janis Joplin made her first appearance in London. She played at The Royal Albert Hall. Her opening act was the band Yes!☮️ APR 22: Today in 2013, Richie Havens passed away at age 72 of a heart attack. 😢Havens famously opened the Woodstock festival in 1969. The other performers were delayed in arriving, so Havens played encore after encore until he eventually ran out of material! It was a major turn...