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/licenses/by/2.0/deed.en].
JUNE 20: Happy birthday to John Taylor of Duran Duran, born today in 1960! The co-founder and bassist has been with the group since 1978. Although he left at one point to do some solo projects and acting, he rejoined in 2001 and remains. Photo credit: Phil Guest [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/deed.en].
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