A new day means another new classic rock documentary is being announced. CCR ‘Travelin’ Band’ will chronicle the rise of Creedence Clearwater Revival, and Academy Award winning actor — and noted CCR fan — Jeff Bridges will narrate the film.
In the History of Rock in 1969 – Ringo Starr added his vocal to “Octopus’s Garden” for the forthcoming Beatles “Abbey Road” album. It was only the second time that one of Ringo’s own compositions had been recorded by the band.
In 1976 – After a gig in Memphis, Bruce Springsteen took a cab to Elvis Presley’s Graceland home and proceeded to climb over the wall before a guard apprehended him.
And in 1980 – Black Sabbath began their first tour with vocalist Ronnie James Dio, who replaced Ozzy Osbourne.