Source information from SCOTTY MOORE. Elvis played in Clarksdale in late 1954, on January 12, 1955, March 10, 1955 and September 8, 1955. He may have also played at the Clarksdale VFW in 1955 as well (date unknown). To help understand where Elvis was in his career ascent in late 1954 and through 1955, his […]
Music history and highlights that have happened on February 11th… from the birthplace of the blues… and rock n’ roll. 1911: Blues, folk and gospel musician and civil rights activist Josh White born in Greenville, South Carolina. 1922: Al Jolson’s “April Showes” hits No. 1. 1935: Important early rock singer and guitarist Gene Vincent (“Be […]
Music history and highlights that has happened on January 27th… from the birthplace of the blues… and rock n’ roll. 1778: Puccinni’s opera “Roland” opens in Paris. 1885: Broadway composer Jerome Kern (“Showboat”) born in New York City. 1901: Italian composer Guiseppe Verdi passes on. 1918: Bluesman Elmore James (“Dust My Broom, “Shake Your Money […]
1904: Anton Chekhov’s “Cherry Orchard” opens at Moscow Aft Theater. 1927: Singer/Actress Eartha Kitt born in South Carolina. 1943: Singer/guitarist Chris Montez (“Let’s Dance”) born in Los Angeles. 1948: Rolling Stones guitarist Mick Taylor appears on the planet. 1955: Country singer Steve Earle born in San Antonio. 1964: Rolling Stones release their first EP (“You […]