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Today in Classic Rock History

​1957 – Elvis Presley's film Jailhouse Rock was released nationwide in theaters across America. Originally titled "The Hard Way," the movie featured the iconic dance sequence choreographed by Elvis himself and peaked at #3 on the Variety box-office chart, grossing $4 million. Watch the King

1969 – The Fifth Dimension's "Wedding Bell Blues" hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, staying at the top for three weeks. Written by Laura Nyro, the song was recorded by member Marilyn McCoo as a hint to her bandmate and fiancé Billy Davis Jr. They married that year. Hear the classic

1971 – Led Zeppelin released their untitled fourth studio album, commonly known as Led Zeppelin IV. The band's highest-selling album featured "Black Dog," "Rock and Roll," and their signature song "Stairway to Heaven." It has sold over 23 million units in the United States alone. Listen to perfection

1971 – Paul McCartney hosted a launch party for Wild Life, the debut album of his new band Wings. Among the 800 guests were Elton John, Keith Moon, John Entwistle, Ronnie Lane, Ronnie Wood, Ian McLagan, Kenny Jones, Jimmy Page, Mary Hopkin, and members of Deep Purple. Hear the album

1972 – Carly Simon's "You're So Vain" was released in the US, where it would reach #1. The tune sparked decades of speculation about who inspired it, with popular guesses including Mick Jagger (who sang backing vocals), Warren Beatty, and Kris Kristofferson. Watch the mystery

1975 – David Bowie made his US TV debut performing "Fame" on Cher's CBS-TV show. Co-written with John Lennon during a jamming session at Electric Lady Studios, "Fame" became Bowie's first US #1 record just days after this performance. See Bowie's debut

1975 – Elton John became godfather to John and Yoko Lennon's son, Sean, who was born on October 9, 1975—John Lennon's 35th birthday. Watch Elton & John

Have a Rockin Day,
Hippy Pete