Today’s history highlights the birth of the King of Pop, a monumental farewell for the Fab Four, and a massive debut for a defining Britpop band.

Notable Births

• 1920: Influential jazz saxophonist Charlie Parker was born in Kansas City, Kansas.
• 1924: Blues and jazz singer Dinah Washington was born.
• 1942: Sterling Morrison, guitarist and founding member of The Velvet Underground, was born in East Meadow, New York.
• 1958: Michael Jackson, the legendary “King of Pop,” was born in Gary, Indiana.

🎵 Major Events & Releases

• 1958: George Harrison joined the band Quarrymen, which also included John Lennon and Paul McCartney and later became The Beatles.
• 1964: Roy Orbison released his hit single “Oh, Pretty Woman”, which became his second number-one hit in the US.
• 1966: The Beatles performed their final scheduled, paid public concert at Candlestick Park in San Francisco, California.
• 1977: Following an attempt by three people to steal Elvis Presley’s body in Memphis, his remains were moved to Graceland.
• 1984: Prince released the 12-inch single for “Let’s Go Crazy” and “Erotic City” in the United States.
• 1987: Michael Jackson released Bad, his highly anticipated follow-up album to Thriller.
• 1990: Elton John checked into a rehabilitation center in Chicago to seek treatment for bulimia, drinking, and drug use.
• 1994: English rock band Oasis released their massively successful debut studio album, Definitely Maybe.

Bio-Musik Feature: Austin’s Live Music Pioneers

Continuing the focus on the venues that sustain the Texas music ecosystem, today we highlight a legendary institution that forms the historic bedrock of Austin’s vibrant soundscape.

• Antone’s Nightclub: Globally recognized as Austin’s “Home of the Blues,” Antone’s has been an essential pillar of the city’s music scene since 1975. Originally established on 6th Street and now firmly rooted downtown, it has hosted blues royalty from Muddy Waters and B.B. King to Texas icon Stevie Ray Vaughan. Its historic stage remains a vital component of the MusicWayATX calendar, continually championing soul, R&B, and local alternative artists. Antone’s stands as a profound testament to Austin’s deep musical roots, providing an authentic atmosphere that is perfect for discovering emerging talent and high-energy Sonidos Frescos.