May 8, 1961 – For his 21st birthday Ricky Nelson is granted his wish to be called “Rick” professionally. #HappyBirthday #RickyNelson #ROCkabillyHop #RocHop #OTD #RockNRoll @RickyNelsonRem #CallMeRick #RocHop #OTD #RockNRoll
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Day: May 8, 2023
May 8, 1954 – Johnny Ray
May 8, 1954 – BBC radio in the UK banned the Johnny Ray song “Such a Night” after listeners complained about its “suggestiveness.” Ray was famous for his emotional stage act, which included beating up his piano and writhing on the floor. #ROCkabillyHop #JohnnieRay #SuchANight #RocHop #OTD #RockNRoll
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May 8, 1940 – Ricky Nelson
May 8, 1940 – Ricky Nelson was born “Eric Hilliard Nelson” in Teaneck, New Jersey. Nelson was known for over 30 US Top 40 singles including “Poor Little Fool” and “Hello Mary Lou.” He played himself on his parent’s radio and television show “The Adventures Of Ozzie and Harriet.” Nelson died on 31st December 1985. #ROCkabillyHop #RickyNelson @RickyNelsonRem #OzzieAndHarriet #RocHop #OTD #RockNRoll #PoorLittleFool #HelloMaryLou
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