Non-Musical history for today: 1846 – The Associated Press was formed in New York City as a non-profit news cooperative. There are a lot of things wrong with AP, but a lot of stuff right, too. Music history, album anniversaries, birthdays, and deaths for May 22. Recorded in the Such-N-Such Media Studios at Liberty Plaza or Such-N-Such Media Studio South. Leave comments at tim@beeswaxvinyl.com…
Non-Musical history for today: 2017 – Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus performed their final show at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. However, the circus has been sold and it was announced the circus would be revitalized and do a 50-city tour in the Fall of 2023. Music history, album anniversaries, birthdays, and deaths for May 21. Recorded in the Such-N-Such Media Studios at…
Non-Musical history for today: 1775 – The Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence was allegedly signed in Charlotte, North Carolina. Most historians say the "Meck Dec" as it is called, is an inaccurate rendering of the Mecklenburg Resolves. Those are considerations of independence but were never ratified. Music history, album anniversaries, birthdays, and deaths for May 20. Recorded in the Such-N-Such Media Studios at Liberty Plaza…
Non-Musical history for today: I believe I touched on this earlier... 1536 – Anne Boleyn, the second wife of Henry VIII of England, was beheaded for adultery, treason, and incest. Music history, album anniversaries, birthdays, and deaths for May 19. Recorded in the Such-N-Such Media Studios at Liberty Plaza or Such-N-Such Media Studio South. Leave comments at tim@beeswaxvinyl.com or 336-422-NUMB (6862). Tune into Camel…
Non-Musical history for today: 332 – Emperor Constantine the Great announced the free distribution of food to the citizens in Constantinople. I wonder how many conservatives jumped up and complained about entitlements and someone getting something they don't deserve? I'd say none!!! Music history, album anniversaries, birthdays, and deaths for May 18. Recorded in the Such-N-Such Media Studios at Liberty Plaza or Such-N-Such Media Studio…
Non-Musical history for today: 1536 – Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn's marriage is annulled. She was wife #2. She couldn't bare a son for him (not one that lived, anyway), and Hank started consorting with Jane Seymour. Anne was convicted of adultery and other crimes and was beheaded two days after the annulment. Ouch! Music history, album anniversaries, birthdays, and deaths for May 17.…
Non-Musical history for today: 1770 – The 14-year-old Marie Antoinette married 15-year-old Louis-Auguste, who later became king of France. I wonder if they had "cake" in celebration? Music history, album anniversaries, birthdays, and deaths for May 16. Recorded in the Such-N-Such Media Studios at Liberty Plaza or Such-N-Such Media Studio South. Leave comments at tim@beeswaxvinyl.com or 336-422-NUMB (6862). Tune into Camel City Radio. On…
Non-Musical history for today: Today is my son's 21st birthday! Happy solar circumnavigational anniversary day to you, Trey! Music history, album anniversaries, birthdays, and deaths for May 15. Recorded in the Such-N-Such Media Studios at Liberty Plaza or Such-N-Such Media Studio South. Leave comments at tim@beeswaxvinyl.com or 336-422-NUMB (6862). Tune into Camel City Radio. On Camel City Radio, it's hump day every day!
Non-Musical history for today: 1643 – Four-year-old Louis XIV became King of France upon the death of his father, Louis XIII. He was known as the Sun King. He didn't really get to "be" king until Cardinal Mazarin died in 1661. His mom, Anne (going against her deceased husband's wishes), had the will of Louis XIII annulled and was basically the ruler (with help…
Non-Musical history for today: 1568 – Mary Queen of Scots was defeated at the Battle of Langside, part of the civil war between Queen Mary and the supporters of her son, James VI. My wife is a huge fan of Mary Queen of Scots. Music history, album anniversaries, birthdays, and deaths for May 13. Recorded in the Such-N-Such Media Studios at Liberty Plaza or…