Today in Rock (Aug 11)
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- 1943 - Michael Kale (Guess Who) was born.
- 1950 - Erik Brann (Iron Butterfly) was born.
- 1956 - Elvis’ biggest hit, “Don’t Be Cruel” is released.
- 1966 - John Lennon apologizes for his “We are bigger than Jesus” comment.
- 1972 - Elvis and Priscilla Presley file for divorce.
- 1973 - “Free Ride” (Edgar Winters Group) is released.
- 1982 - The Pretenders self titled album, containing the hit “Brass In Pocket” finally goes platinum 3 years after it was released.
- 1985 - Simon LeBon’s (Duran Duran) boat capsizes during a race. The 24 man crew were rescued by the Royal Navy.
