A telephone line, a tender chorus, and Leo Sayer’s 1977 triumph
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Today in Music History
June 17
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1964
Birthday Guitarist Greg K formed
Greg Kriesel, later known as Greg K of The Offspring, was born in Glendale, California on June 17, 1964.
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1967
#1 Hit Aretha tops US chart
Aretha Franklin reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with 'Respect', beginning a two-week run on June 17, 1967.
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1969
Birthday Barry Manilow born
Singer-songwriter Barry Manilow was born in Brooklyn, New York, on June 17, 1943.
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1972
#1 Hit Slade hit No. 1 in UK
Slade reached No. 1 in the UK with 'Take Me Bak 'Ome' on June 17, 1972, starting a one-week run.
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1977
Release The Clash debut released
The Clash released their self-titled debut album in the US on June 17, 1977, introducing the band to a wider audience.
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1980
Birthday Venus Williams born
Singer and actress Venus Williams was born on June 17, 1980.
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1985
Milestone Wham! played in China
Wham! became the first major Western pop act to perform in China with concerts in Beijing and Guangzhou in April 1985.
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1997
Release Radiohead issued OK Computer
Radiohead released 'OK Computer' in the UK on June 17, 1997, a landmark album of the alternative rock era.
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2001
In Memoriam John Lee Hooker died
Blues legend John Lee Hooker died on June 21, 2001, at age 83 in Los Altos, California.
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2004
In Memoriam J. J. Jackson died
Singer J. J. Jackson, known for 'But It's Alright', died on June 17, 2004, at age 62.
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Classic Gold Trivia
Today's spotlight year: 1995
Which singer released the hit single "Fantasy" in 1995?
Mariah Carey released "Fantasy" in 1995. It became one of her signature hits from the album "Daydream."
Which animated television series created by Matt Groening premiered in 1995?
"Futurama" did not premiere in 1995. In 1995, Matt Groening's long-running animated series "The Simpsons" was already on the air, while "Futurama" would debut later in 1999.
Which movie won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1995?
"Braveheart" won the Academy Award for Best Picture at the ceremony held in 1996, honoring films from 1995. The film was directed by and starred Mel Gibson.
Which toy became a major holiday craze in 1995 after its launch that year?
Beanie Babies became a major craze in 1995. The small plush toys by Ty grew into a huge collectible phenomenon.
Which film featured the characters Woody and Buzz Lightyear and was released in 1995?
"Toy Story" was released in 1995. It was the first feature-length film made entirely with computer-generated animation.
