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The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUL 9: Sadly, it was reported that Bonnie Tyler passed away today at age 75. Bonnie Tyler remains one of rock and pop’s most unmistakable voices, a Welsh powerhouse whose raspy, dramatic delivery turned emotional songs into arena-sized anthems. Born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, she first found international success in the late 1970s with “It’s a Heartache,” a huge hit that showcased the vocal sound that would become her signature.  Her defining era arrived in the 1980s, particularly through...

The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JULY 1 -  Happy Birthday to Fred Schneider! Best known as the wildly distinctive voice of The B-52's, Schneider helped turn quirky party music into an unforgettable art form. With his rapid-fire spoken-word delivery, offbeat humor, and fearless sense of fun, he became one of the most recognizable personalities of the new wave era.  From “Rock Lobster” to “Love Shack,” Fred brought a wonderfully weird spark that made every B-52’s song feel like an invitation to the coolest dance party...

This month of August marks 49 years since Elvis Presley left us. The King of Rock and Roll passed away on August 16, 1977, at the far-too-young age of 42, leaving millions of fans around the world mourning the loss of one of music's greatest icons. But in many ways, Elvis never really left. His extraordinary legacy continues through his timeless contributions to rock, pop, gospel, and film. He still holds the record for the most RIAA Gold Album Awards of any artist, a testament to his enduring popularity and remarkable impact on recorded music. "Hard Headed Woman", one of...

The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JUN 25: Happy Birthday to legendary singer-songwriter Carly Simon! Born on June 25, 1945, Carly has spent decades creating some of the most memorable and heartfelt music in pop history.  Rising to fame in the early 1970s, she captivated audiences with her distinctive voice, poetic songwriting, and deeply personal lyrics. Songs like "You're So Vain", "Anticipation", and "Nobody Does It Better" became timeless classics that continue to resonate with fans around the world.  Throughout her remarkable career, Carly has earned...

This is the third in our new series of profiles of iconic albums, exploring the origins and recording of these famous releases, along with anecdotes about the artists and stories behind the tracks. Look for more iconic album articles coming up soon. Few debut albums have arrived with the confidence, polish, and lasting influence of The Cars self-titled debut album, released on June 6, 1978. At a time when rock music was splintering into arena rock, punk, disco, and the emerging new wave movement, The Cars somehow managed to bridge all of those worlds. Their self-titled debut sounded futuristic without sacrificing...