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On this day, 8th December 1980 On this day in music history, the world was shaken by the devastating news that John Lennon  had been shot and killed outside the Dakota Building  in New York City. The former Beatle, visionary songwriter, and global peace advocate was returning home with his wife, Yoko Ono , after a recording session at the Record Plant Studios when tragedy struck. As Lennon stepped out of the car, he was approached by Mark David Chapman , a 25-year-old fan who

On this day 7th December 1979. On this day in history, The Police  reached No.1 on the UK Singles Chart  with the hypnotic, reggae infused track “Walking on the Moon.”  It became the band’s second UK No.1 , following the success of “Message in a Bottle” earlier the same year, and was taken from their groundbreaking second album, Reggatta de Blanc . “Walking on the Moon” began life as a simple riff Sting hummed to himself after a night out originally titled “Walking Round the

On This Day 5th December 1968 On this day in history The Rolling Stones hosted a now legendary launch party in London to celebrate the release of their new album, "Beggars Banquet" a record that marked a return to their blues roots and is now considered one of the greatest albums in rock history. The event itself has gone down in music folklore. Held at the elegant Gore Hotel in Kensington, the “banquet” quickly descended into a riotous food fight, complete with custard pies,

On this day 3rd December 1977 On this day in music history, Wings  began an extraordinary nine week run at No.1  on the UK Singles Chart with their timeless anthem “Mull of Kintyre.”  Released in late 1977, the song would go on to become the first single in UK history to sell over 2 million copies , overtaking even The Beatles’ biggest hits at the time. Co-written by Paul McCartney  and Denny Laine , the track is a love letter to Scotland’s rugged Kintyre peninsula, where McC

On This Day: 1st December 1964 On this day in history The Who kicked off the first of 22 consecutive Tuesday-night residencies at the legendary Marquee Club in Soho, London. Each appearance earned them just £50 a night a figure that feels almost unbelievable today when you’d struggle to see The Who anywhere for less than £150/£200 a ticket. These early Marquee shows were pivotal for the band. It was here, on this tight, sweaty stage, that their raw energy, smashed guitars, an

On This Day 30th November 1963 #sohorockandrolltour #magicalmusictours #rocknrolltourofsoho #bowiegoldenyearstour On this day in 1963, The Beatles made British music history yet again. Their second UK studio album, “With the Beatles,”  became the first album by any group in the United Kingdom to sell over one million copies  a milestone that cemented Beatlemania as an unstoppable cultural force. Before its release, their debut album “Please Please Me”  had dominated the No.1

On this day 29th November 1976 #sohorockandrolltour #magicalmusictours #rocknrolltourofsoho #bowiegoldenyearstour On this day in history, Lancaster local council pulled the plug on a planned Sex Pistols gig at Lancaster Poly , reflecting the rising national panic surrounding the band’s explosive reputation. In an official statement, the council declared: “We don’t want that sort of filth (The Sex Pistols) in the town limits.” It was a moment emblematic of the Pistols’ chaotic

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

On this day 5th November 2012 On this day in history to mark the 60th anniversary of the UK singles chart the Official Charts Company published a chart, which listed all 123 songs that have sold more than a million copies since it began in 1952. 🎵 Classic Million-Selling Singles (1950s–1970s) Bill Haley & His Comets – "Rock Around the Clock" (1955) The rock ’n’ roll anthem that kicked off a cultural revolution. The Beatles – "She Loves You" (1963) Their biggest-selling UK si

On this day 3rd November 1957 On this day in history Jerry Lee Lewis’ “Great Balls of Fire” was released by Sun Records. The single sold over one million copies in just ten days. Rock ’n’ Roll pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis recorded his explosive hit c apturing the raw energy and rebellious spirit of the era, the song became one of the defining anthems of early rock music. With its pounding piano, wild vocals, and daring lyrics, Lewis pushed boundaries and shocked conservative audie

On this day 2nd November 1974 On this day in history, George Harrison became the first Beatle to embark on a solo world tour, launching his ambitious 30-date “Dark Horse Tour” with a concert in Vancouver, Canada. Backed by Indian musician Ravi Shankar and an eclectic ensemble, the tour marked Harrison’s return to the stage after years away from live performance, blending rock, soul, and Indian classical influences in a bold and unconventional show. Join me on my Rock & Roll t

On this day 31st September 1986 On this day in history Roger Waters went to the high court to try and stop David Gilmour and Nick Mason from using the name "Pink Floyd", for future touring and recording. Fortunately he failed! Join me on my Rock & Roll tour of Soho to visit the legendary music venue where in 1967 Pink Floyd played regular Sunday afternoons there as part of the "Spontaneous Underground". As 1967 began, the band had already performed some eleven shows at this c

On this day 31st October 1969 On this day in history David Bowie played a short gig at the General Gordon Hotel in Gravesend, Kent on Halloween Night. This was one of the first few live performances after the rerelease of Bowie’s (to be hit) “Space Oddity”. After singing "Space Oddity" acoustically and then reciting poems, Bowie was booed off stage and the venue did not book him again. It was claimed that the performance was poorly received by the audience, which were used to

On this day 29th October 1987 On this day in history David Bowie played the first night of his 15 date Glass Spider Tour in Australia and New Zealand at the Boondall Entertainment Centre in Brisbane. The Glass Spider Tour was launched in support of his 17th studio album "Never Let Me Down" and named after the album's track "Glass Spider". The financially successful tour comprised of 86 shows in total. and was seen by as many as six million fans worldwide. Bowie was supported