Revered by critics and fellow musicians as a roots music sage, the Texan had a pop hit in 1965 with “She’s About a Mover” as the Sir Douglas Quintet
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The song captured the era lyrically, musically and sonically. While it has stood the test of time as a rock anthem, US audiences ignored it upon its release
He was the original lead singer for the popular doo-wop group from Philadelphia, the Dovells. After he departed, he scored a big solo hit
Her ninth album, again produced by Peter Asher, found her career as a pop-rock singer in full bloom, with more hits from some well-chosen covers
When the band emerged from a four-year stretch between albums, their sound had changed and matured. Jon had shorter hair. They were ready for the next phase.
The former Beatle’s Dark Horse tour was a disappointment for some fans and critics. And likely the artist himself, who didn’t tour again until 1991
The 18 songs on opening night of the “Rough and Rowdy Ways” tour leaned heavily on material from his well-received 2020 album of the same name
Billboard is known as the “Music Business Bible” for its recorded music sales/airplay charts and trade reporting on the music industry
American TV host Ed Sullivan was at London’s Heathrow Airport on this day when The Beatles arrived back from Sweden, greeted by hundreds of screaming girls.
The one member of the California country-rock band The Eagles that is from the state, he was also a member of Poco and has worked with many other acts.