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On this Day in History


George Harrison "All things must Pass"
On this day 27 November 1970 #sohorockandrolltour #magicalmusictours #rocknrolltourofsoho #bowiegoldenyearstour On this day in history, George Harrison released All Things Must Pass the majestic, era-defining triple LP that cemented his emergence as a solo artist after the Beatles’ break-up. Co-produced with the legendary Phil Spector , the album showcased an extraordinary line-up of collaborators, including Eric Clapton , Billy Preston , Klaus Voormann , and fellow Beatle R
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Freddie Mercury Montreux Statue
On this day 25 th November 1996 #sohorockandrolltour #magicalmusictours #rocknrolltourofsoho #bowiegoldenyearstour On this day in history a striking bronze statue of Freddie Mercury was unveiled in Montreux, Switzerland, honouring the legendary Queen frontman’s deep connection to the town where he spent his final years recording. Created by acclaimed sculptor Irena Sedlecka , the statue stands nearly 10 feet (3 metres) tall on the lakeside promenade, capturing Freddie i
3 days ago


Bowie - Queen "Under Pressure"
On This Day 21st November 1981 #sohorockandrolltour #magicalmusictours #rocknrolltourofsoho #bowiegoldenyearstour On this day in 1981, David Bowie and Queen claimed the No.1 spot on the UK singles chart with their now-iconic collaboration “Under Pressure.” What began as a spontaneous jam session at Mountain Studios in Montreux where both Bowie and Queen kept homes and often recorded quickly evolved into one of the most powerful duets in rock history. The track showcased
7 days ago


David Bowie with The Lower Third
On This Day – 19th November 1965 #sohorockandrolltour #magicalmusictours #rocknrolltourofsoho #bowiegoldenyearstour On this day in 1965, a teenage David Bowie then still performing under his birth name Davy Jones stepped onto the stage of The Marquee Club in Soho with his band The Lower Third . At the time, The Marquee was the crucible of London’s live music scene, a place where rising talents fought for attention, identity, and a foothold in the industry. For Bowie, it
Nov 19


Lou Reed's "Perfect Day"
On This Day – 17th November 1997 #sohorockandrolltour #magicalmusictours #rocknrolltourofsoho #bowiegoldenyearstour On this day in 1997, an extraordinary line-up of global music icons came together to re-record Lou Reed’s haunting 1972 classic “Perfect Day.” It was one of those rare cultural moments when genres, generations, and legends collided for a single cause. The star-studded ensemble included Lou Reed, Elton John, David Bowie, Tammy Wynette, Joan Armatrading , and man
Nov 17


Happy 93rd Birthday Petula Clark
On This Day – 15th November 1932 #sohorockandrolltour #magicalmusictours #rocknrolltourofsoho #bowiegoldenyearstour On this day in 1932, Britain welcomed one of its most enduring stars: Petula Clark singer, actress, composer, global icon, and (as I like to mention proudly) my birthday twin . Today she turns 93 years young and her career remains one of the most remarkable in British music history. Clark rose to prominence long before the “swinging” era took hold, becoming a
Nov 15


First Ever UK Singles Chart
On This Day – 14th November 1952 #sohorockandrolltour #magicalmusictours #rocknrolltourofsoho #bowiegoldenyearstour On this day in 1952, British music history quietly changed forever. The New Musical Express (NME) published its first ever record chart the first official singles chart to appear in the UK. For the first time, British record buyers could see which songs were truly capturing the nation’s imagination. And sitting proudly at No.1 was Al Martino’s heartfelt ballad
Nov 14
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