On this day, March 26, 1944 - Singer and actress, known as the "Queen of Motown," Diana Ross, was born in Detroit, Michigan.
On this day, March 25, 1942 - Singer, songwriter, and pianist, who is regarded as the "Queen of Soul," Aretha Franklin, was born in Memphis, Tennessee.
On this day, March 24, 1949 - Singer-songwriter, musician, and producer, Nick Lowe, was born in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, England.
On this day, March 18, 1941 – Singer and songwriter, and a major figure in the development of soul music, Wilson Pickett, was born in Prattville, Alabama.
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On This Day, March 9, 1961 - Supremes released their debut single "I Want a Guy," on the Tamla record label. The doo-wop ballad failed to chart, which forced Berry Gordy to find other options for the group.
On this day, March 5th, 1965 - The Yardbirds release "For Your Love," in the UK, on the Columbia record label.
On this day, January 30, 1969 – The Beatles stage their famous rooftop concert on the roof of Apple Records in London. Sadly, it is The Beatles’ last public performance.
On this day, January 29, 1936 – Bassist, one of the greatest and most influential bass players in modern music history, James Jamerson, is born in Edisto Island, South Carolina.