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Category: Today In Music History
The World Lost a Unique Five-Octave Vocalist in Minnie Riperton
On this day July 12, 1979, the world lost a beautiful songbird in Minnie Riperton. She…
The Black Eyed Peas “I Gotta Feeling” Is #1 Only to Replace Themselves
On this day July 11, 2009, The Black Eyed Peas “I Gotta Feeling” peaked at #1…
Wilson Pickett Releases #1 Single “In the Midnight Hour”
On this day July 10, 1965, Wilson Pickett released the hit single “In the Midnight Hour.”…
Otis Redding Records Album in 24 Hour Time Span
On this day July 9, 1965, Otis Redding recorded his third album, Otis Blue, at Stax…
TLC Snags the #1 Spot on the U.S. Singles Chart With Waterfalls
On this day July 8, 1995, TLC started a seven week run at No.1 on the…
Prince, “When the Doves Cry” hits #1
On this day July 7, 1984, ‘When Doves Cry’, peaked at No.1 on the U.S. singles…
The Beautiful and Talented Della Reese is Born
Della Reese, born Delloreese Patricia Early, was an American singer, actress, and ordained minister. She was…
Monica’s “After the Storm” album debuts at #1
On this day July 5, 2003, R&B singer Monica’s fourth album “After the Storm” debuted at…
Hit Maker Bill Withers is Born
On this day July 4, 1938, music genius Bill Withers was born in Slab Fork, West…