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Today in Music History
July 25
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1956
Birthday Brenda Lee born
Singer Brenda Lee was born in Atlanta, Georgia; she later became a major pop and country star with 'I'm Sorry' and 'Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree'.
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1964
#1 Hit The Supremes top US chart
The Supremes reached No. 1 in the US with 'Where Did Our Love Go,' their first Billboard Hot 100 chart-topper.
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1965
Milestone Dylan goes electric at Newport
Bob Dylan played an electric set at the Newport Folk Festival, a defining moment in popular music history.
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1969
Release Blind Faith debut released
Blind Faith released its self-titled only studio album in the UK, featuring Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood, Ginger Baker and Ric Grech.
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1970
#1 Hit Carpenters hit No. 1
The Carpenters began a four-week run at No. 1 in the US with '(They Long to Be) Close to You.'
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1976
Birthday Tift Merritt born
Singer-songwriter Tift Merritt was born in Houston, Texas; she later earned acclaim in Americana and country music.
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1980
Release AC/DC issue Back in Black
AC/DC released 'Back in Black' in the UK, their first album with Brian Johnson after Bon Scott's death.
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1987
#1 Hit Heart start at No. 1
Heart began a three-week run at No. 1 in the US with 'Alone,' one of the band's biggest hit singles.
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1995
Release Smashing Pumpkins release single
The Smashing Pumpkins released 'Bullet with Butterfly Wings,' the lead single from the album 'Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness.'
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2000
In Memoriam Bing Crosby's son dies
Lindsay Crosby, son of Bing Crosby and a singer who performed with his brothers, died at age 62.
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Today's spotlight year: 1966
Which Beatles album, released in 1966, is often seen as a major step forward in studio experimentation?
The Beatles released "Revolver" in 1966. It became one of the year's most acclaimed albums and is widely regarded as a landmark in pop and rock recording.
Which science-fiction television series made its debut in 1966 with the starship Enterprise?
"Star Trek" premiered in 1966. The series introduced Captain James T. Kirk, Mr. Spock, and the USS Enterprise.
Which film won the Academy Award for Best Picture at the 1966 Oscars ceremony?
"The Sound of Music" won Best Picture at the Academy Awards held in 1966. The film was one of the biggest movie successes of the era.
Which major international sporting event was won by England in 1966?
England won the 1966 FIFA World Cup. They defeated West Germany 4-2 after extra time in the final at Wembley.
Which stylish magazine, first published in 1966, became closely associated with youth culture and fashion photography?
"Nova" magazine was first published in 1966. It became known for its modern style, fashion coverage, and strong connection to youth culture.
