Every day on Radio Nova, just before 11am, we play a couple of songs key to “today in music history” Have a listen!
But for now – here’s some light reading and watching. August 7th in Music History looks like this.
Check Out Marty Miller's Music History Podcast Here! Or scan below.
1980,John Lennon was working on his final album, 'Double Fantasy' at The Hit Factory, in New York City. The newly-formed Geffen Records would release the album later in 1980.
Just one of the great songs on that same album!
1982, Dexy's Midnight Runners were at No.1 on the UK singles chart with 'Come On Eileen' their second and last No.1. It was the Best-selling single of 1982 and the song won Best British Single at the 1983 Brit Awards.
2002, Three members of Oasis were injured when the taxi they were travelling in was involved in a crash during a US tour in Indianapolis. Noel Gallagher, Andy Bell and Jay Darlington were all taken to hospital and treated for cuts and bruises.
2008, Elvis Presley'speacock jumpsuit, was sold at auction for $300,000, making it the most expensive piece of Elvis memorabilia ever sold at an auction.
Check Out Marty Miller's Music History Podcast Here! Or scan below.
