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Lynyrd Skynyrd (Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd) was released as a debut album 50 years ago on August 13, 1973. The album launched Lynyrd Skynyrd across the US and to a worldwide audience.
StevieMac|
On August 11, 1959, Elvis Presley would release his double-sided hit "Don't Be Cruel/Hound Dog," which would quickly become No. 1 on the US charts. The songs would set a record that wasn't broken until 1992 by Boyz II Men.
Renee Hansen|
Duran Duran Appreciation Day takes place worldwide each year on August 10. The day was established in 2003 by a Michigan DJ because it fell on his birthday.
Renee Hansen|
Over 120,000 fans at the Queen concert in Knebworth Park, Stevenage, England, on August 9, 1986 witnessed a significant moment for the band without knowing it.
Renee Hansen|
If you have plenty of money available you could bid for and buy something which was owned by Freddie Mercury. There’s an amazing and extensive range of the Queen singer's personal possessions being auctioned in September in London.
StevieMac|
On Friday, August 8, 1969, at approx. 11:35 a.m., photographer Ian MacMillan would capture one of the most iconic images in music history, The Beatles Abby Road.
Renee Hansen|
Fleetwood Mac's album Mirage was released in July 1982, and by August 7, the album would hit No. 1. Many may be surprised to learn that "Gypsy," sung by Stevie Nicks, wasn't the most popular song on the album.
Renee Hansen|
On August 6, 1982, the English rock band Pink Floyd premiered the musical drama, The Wall, based on the band's album, which starred Bob Geldof.
Renee Hansen|
Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You" is a holiday song people either love or hate. This song has hit No. 1 twice, but it isn't the first to hit this milestone.
Renee Hansen|
What all-female rock band from the 70s, known for their rebellious behavior, was kicked out of Disneyland?
Renee Hansen|
It looks like Shane Hawkins, the 17-year-old son of the past Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, would have made his dad very proud again. Shane has been performing live on drums with Chevy Metal in California recently.
StevieMac|
Born on August 4, 1901, Louis Daniel Armstrong would go from rags to riches with a career spanning five decades. In 1964 he would knock The Beatles from No. 1.
Renee Hansen|
August 3rd is National Georgia Day, and what better way to celebrate than with a playlist of amazing songs which captures what people love about the Peach State?
Renee Hansen|
You may be surprised when you find out exactly which rock musician makes the Forbes 2023 Billionaires list. It’s also a surprise to find only one other musician making the list alongside. 
StevieMac|
At 12:01 a.m. ET on Saturday, August 1, 1981, MTV would launch the first music video on the station that would significantly influence music in the 80s and the generation who viewed it. The first video played was The Buggles' "Video Killed The Radio Star"
Renee Hansen|
George Harrison's widow, Olivia Harrison, has promoted Damian Marley's cover of her husband's 'My Sweet Lord.'
Hannah Furnell|
Formed in 1969 in Houston, Texas, ZZ Top is a rock band known for their unique style and sound. Will ZZ Top follow the way of other bands with a farewell tour?
Renee Hansen|
Irish singer-songwriter Sinéad O'Connor who died on July 26, 2023, has been fondly remembered across all forms of social media.
Renee Hansen|
After tearing up a portrait of the pope on Saturday Night Live in 1992, Sinead O'Connor became a pariah. The controversy spilled over during her appearance at the Bob Dylan 30th anniversary concert a fortnight later. But the performances were incredible.
MIchael Atkins-Prescott|
Ozzy Osbourne is a singer, songwriter, television personality, and hero! He once wrestled a coyote in order to save something dear to him and his family.
Renee Hansen|
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