Metallica will play a special show, reliving the spirit of 1983, when they first introduced thrash metal to the world on their debut album Kill ‘Em All. The concert will honor the Megaforce Records label founder who helped put them on the map and who passed away earlier this year. Megaforce Records put out both Kill ‘Em All and Ride the Lightning before Metallica signed to a major label.
In the History of Rock in 1969 – Carlos Santana had his first taste of success when his debut LP entered Billboard’s album chart. The disc contained his hit single “Evil Ways” and would eventually hit number 4, staying on the chart for over two years.
In 1986 – The Beatles’ “Twist and Shout” re-enters the US Pop singles chart over twenty-five years after it first appeared. The song was featured in the movie Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.
And in 2004 – Legendary record producer Phil Spector was formally charged with murder of actress Lana Clarkson. He will later be convicted and sentenced to 19 years to life in the California State prison system.