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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! JAN 30: Sadly, Marianne Faithfull passed away today at age 78. The English singer, songwriter, and actress whose career spanned over six decades rose to fame in the 1960s with the hit As Tears Go By, written by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Andrew Loog Oldham. Known for her relationship with Jagger and her involvement in London’s rock scene, Faithfull became a symbol of the era’s wild excess. However, personal struggles, including drug addiction and homelessness, nearly ended her career....

The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JAN 15: Today in 1967: The Rolling Stones' performance of "Let's Spend the Night Together" on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1967 is one of their most famous television appearances. Due to the song's suggestive lyrics, the show's producers requested the band change the line to "Let's spend some time together." Reluctantly, Mick Jagger complied, visibly rolling his eyes during the performance. This moment highlighted the tension between rock 'n' roll's rebellious nature and mainstream media's conservative standards, further cementing...

The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! JAN 3: Today in 1987: Aretha Franklin was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on January 3, 1987, becoming the first woman to receive this honor. Recognized as the "Queen of Soul," her powerful voice and groundbreaking artistry shaped the music industry, influencing countless artists. Hits like "Respect," "Chain of Fools," and "Natural Woman" cemented her legacy. Franklin's induction celebrated her extraordinary contributions to rock, soul, and R&B, marking a pivotal moment for women in music history....

The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! DEC 8: Happy birthday to Phil Collen, born today in 1957! The English musician is best known as the lead guitarist for the legendary rock band Def Leppard. Collen began playing guitar as a teenager, inspired by bands like Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple. Before joining Def Leppard, he played in several bands, including Girl, a glam rock group that enjoyed modest success in the late 1970s and early '80s. Collen joined Def Leppard in 1982 during the recording of their...

The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! DEC 18: Happy birthday to Keith Richards, born today in 1943! The legendary guitarist, songwriter, and co-founder of The Rolling Stones is known for his gritty guitar riffs, rebellious persona, and enduring influence on rock music, Richards has become an icon of the genre. He first met Mick Jagger in his youth, and their partnership became the foundation of one of the most successful and enduring songwriting duos in history. Richards’ distinctive guitar style, often employing open tunings and a raw,...