March 17, 1978 – The Alan Freed biopic “American Hot Wax,” widely considered one of the best Rock and Roll movies of all time, premiered in New York City, featuring appearances and performances by Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, and Screamin’ Jay Hawkins. #ROCkabillyHop #AlanFreed #JerryLeeLewis #ChuckBerry #ScreaminJayHawkins #AmericanHotWax #RocHop #OTD #RockNRoll