On this day in 1978 Bob Marley returned to the stage for the first time
in more than a year for the "One Love Peace Concert" held in Kingston, Jamaica. On
today's "A Day in the Life", we revisit the concert and explore its political
ramifications.
Today in 1949, actress and singer extraordinaire, Patti LuPone was born in Northport, New York. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life", we explore LuPone's career from Broadway to television and back to Broadway.
It was on this day in 1960 that American Bandstand host, Dick Clark, testified before congress regarding his involvement in the practice known as "payola". Learn all about it on today's "A Day in the Life".
Today is 4/20, and if you don't know what that means, then man, we aren't going to tell you. Oh, wait: no. We will...you, know... Just listen carefully to today's "A Day in the Life".
It was on this day in 1746 that Giacomo Casanova was adopted by a nobleman in Venice, Italy. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life", we explore the music during the time in which Casanova lived.
Today in 1938, composer, music director, and orchestrator Jonathan Tunick was born in New York City. On today's "A Day in the Life" we explore the works of the prolific member of the EGOT club.
It was on this day in a year somewhere between 1385 and 1394, that Geoffrey Chaucer's pilgrims set out on their journey to Canterbury Cathedral. On today's "A Day in the Life", we explore the presence of music in the Canterbury Tales.
Today in 1947, Jackie Robinson played his first game with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Find out about the musical response created by Buddy Johnson, today on "A Day in the Life."
Today in 1960, three hundred mostly African American college students from across the South met at Shaw University in Raleigh, North Carolina to establish the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee. On "A Day in the Life," guest contributor Kristen Turner explores some of the Freedom Songs that shaped the Civil Rights Movement.
Today in 1958, the front page of the Los Angeles Times ran two headlines emblematic of the cold war era anxieties between The Soviet Union and the United States. The first headline dealt with the re-entry of Sputnik 2, the second Soviet satellite launched into orbit, the second reported that a young Texan named Van Cliburn had won the first International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life", we transport ourselves back to the uncertainty of 1958.
It was on this day in 1980 that Win Butler, lead vocalist and songwriter for the Montreal-based indie rock band Arcade Fire. On today's "A Day in the Life" we explore the career of today's birthday boy.
It was on this day in 1985 that "We Are The World" hit #1 on the charts. Find out the who/why/how today on "A Day In The Life."
On this day in 1964, Sydney Poitier won the Academy Award for best actor— becoming the first African-American to do so. The film was Lilies of the Field, and on today's "A Classical Day in the Life", we explore the musical side of the film.
Today in 1940, keyboardist and composer extraordinaire, Herbie Hancock, was born in Chicago, Illinois. On today's "A Day in the Life", we track his career from a child prodigy playing Mozart’s 26th piano concerto with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra to his jazz and mainstream success.
It was on this day in 1970 that British blues rock guitarist Peter Green left Fleetwood Mac. On today's "A Day in the Life", we explore the early days of Fleetwood Mac and Green's contributions to it.
Today in 1909, the Notre Dame marching band played the school’s now-famous “Victory March” for the very first time. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life", discover the origins of this iconic and instantly recognizable tune.
Today in 1986, American actor, film director, and musician, Clint Eastwood, was elected Mayor of Carmel, California. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life", we explore the lesser-known side of Eastwood - his work as a composer and jazz pianist.
It was on this day in 1977 that Doucette's "Mamma Let Him Play" entered the Billboard charts. But which of the many Doucette's was responsible for the song that ultimately won its composer a Juno award for most promising new artist? Find out on today's "A Day in the Life".
Today in 1949, American musician, John Oates was born in New York City. He was responsible for six number one hits with bandmate Daryl Hall. Find out which Hall & Oates song was the first number one hit to make use of the Roland 78 electric drum machine on today's "A Day in the Life".
It was on this day in 1770 that the English Romantic poet William Wordsworth was born. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life" we explore the musical side of the poet.
It was on this day in 1974 that the Swedish pop outfit, ABBA, won the Eurovision song contest--and the world was never the same. Find out which song helped them capture the hearts of millions on today's "A Day in the Life".
Today in 1971, Russian-born composer Igor Stravinsky passed away in New York City at the age of 88. On today's "A Classical Day in the Life" we survey his career and learn what he did to the national anthem of the United States to cause a bit of a controversy.
It was on this day in 1985 that Japan notified the United States that it would end all commercial whaling by March, 1988 - due, in no small part, to the efforts of GreenPeace. On today's "A Day in the Life", we explore the ways in which the song of the whale has served as inspiration to earth humans.
Today in 1977, jazz musician and composer Julius Watkins passed away in Short Hills, New Jersey at the age of 55. On today's "A Day in the Life", we have a listen to Watkins' work and talk about the unconventional instrument he chose as a medium for his expression.
It was on this day in 1973 that John Lennon and Yoko Ono held a press conference to announce the formation of the conceptual nation of Nutopia. On today's "A Day in the Life", we let you know how you can become a citizen.