Day: May 29, 2022

May 29, 1961 – “Travelin’ Man” by Ricky Nelson traveled to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Written for Sam Cooke, but his manager didn’t like the song. #ROCkabillyHop #RocHop @RickyNelsonRem #RickyNelson #TravelinMan #Billboard #Hot100
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May 29, 1958 – Little Anthony & the Imperials record “Tears On My Pillow.” Their original recording of the song became a Billboard Top-10 hit, peaking at #4 and #3 in Canada. #ROCkabillyHop #RocHop #LittleAnthony #TearsOnMyPillow #Billboard #Top10
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May 29, 1957 – Buddy Holly records “Not Fade Away” and “Everyday” in Clovis, New Mexico. Instrumentation includes use of a cardboard box, knee slaps, and a celeste. Source: The Buddy Holly Center, 1801 Crickets Ave., Lubbock. @buddyholly @BuddyHollyCtr #ROCkabillyHop #buddyholly #TheCrickets
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