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🎸CLASSIC ROCK: New McCartney Coin | Unexpected Pink Floyd Cover | Monkees Honored

Plus Beach Boys' wild flight story, The Beatles' White Album milestone, and more iconic moments...

We’ve got some groundbreaking stories today: Paul McCartney’s coin, The Monkees’ get honored, and Ice-T’s bold Pink Floyd cover. Plus, behind-the-scenes drama with the Beach Boys. You’ll want to dig into every word—rock on!

🤔 Rock Trivia Question: 

What instrument did Brian Wilson famously use to create the unique sound for "Good Vibrations"? (Answer below!)

đź“° Classic Rock News

💿 The Royal Mint honors Paul McCartney with a new coin In a career full of firsts, Paul McCartney has now become the first Beatle to be featured on an official UK coin. The design includes nods to his iconic career—like the Magic Piano, Höfner Violin Bass, and Wings logo—making it a treasure for fans and collectors alike. Ready to own a piece of rock history?
See the new Paul McCartney coin

đź’ż Ice-T covers “Comfortably Numb” and reunites divided Floyd members Ice-T stunned fans with his haunting rendition of Pink Floyd’s classic on the Tonight Show. Even more surprising? His performance got Roger Waters and David Gilmour to agree for the first time in years. Curious about how this unlikely collaboration came to be?
Watch Ice-T’s unforgettable Tonight Show performance.

💿 How a Beach Boys tour changed rock history The Beach Boys nearly didn’t make it to their Houston show in 1964. After a mid-flight breakdown by Brian Wilson, the concert marked a pivotal moment for the band, shifting them from pop idols to pop visionaries. Want to know how this drama inspired one of their best albums?
Read about the Beach Boys’ wild Houston story.

đź’ż The Monkees honored in the New England Music Hall of Fame Micky Dolenz accepted a heartfelt induction for The Monkees this week, celebrating their enduring legacy. Though he’s the last surviving member, Dolenz continues to keep the Monkees’ music alive with electrifying performances. Curious about what keeps him rocking? Discover more about The Monkees' honor.

đź“… On This Day in Rock History

• 1956: Alan Freed's "Rock Rock Rock" film was released, featuring Connie Francis singing for Tuesday Weld. This movie helped popularize rock and roll music, showcasing performances by various artists and contributing to the genre's mainstream acceptance. The film's release marked a significant moment in rock music's cultural impact.
Watch a clip from "Rock Rock Rock" featuring Chuck Berry

• 1963: The Beatles appeared on the British TV show "Juke Box Jury." This appearance came at a crucial time in their career, just as Beatlemania was taking off in the UK. The band's charm and wit on the show helped further endear them to the British public and media.
Hear the Beatles' hilarious Juke Box Jury commentary

• 1967: The Beatles opened their Apple Boutique on Baker Street, London. The store, with its psychedelic mural exterior, embodied the spirit of the 1960s counterculture. However, it would close just seven months later due to financial losses and local council objections to the mural.
Explore the Beatles' Apple Boutique through rare archival footage

• 1976: The Eagles released "New Kid in Town," which would become their third US No.1 hit. The song, co-written by Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and J.D. Souther, was the first single from their landmark album "Hotel California." Its smooth harmonies and poignant lyrics about fame's fleeting nature resonated with audiences.
Experience the Eagles performing "New Kid in Town" live

• 1979: The Police achieved their second UK No.1 single with "Walking on the Moon." The song, from their second album "Reggatta de Blanc," showcased the band's signature blend of reggae and rock. The music video, filmed at Kennedy Space Center, featured iconic NASA footage, adding to its otherworldly feel.
Take a moonwalk with The Police

• 1984: Michael Jackson testified in Chicago that he wrote the song "The Girl is Mine," not an Illinois man claiming authorship. Jackson won the case, maintaining his rights to the duet with Paul McCartney. This legal victory protected one of the hit singles from his record-breaking "Thriller" album.
Revisit the Jackson-McCartney collaboration

• 1986: Huey Lewis and the News sang the U.S. national anthem a capella before a San Francisco 49ers-New York Jets NFL game. This performance at Candlestick Park showcased the band's vocal harmonies outside their usual rock context, demonstrating their versatility and patriotism.
Hear Huey Lewis and the News' powerful anthem rendition

• 1991: George Michael and Elton John topped the UK pop chart with their live duet of "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me." This powerful collaboration, originally performed at Live Aid in 1985, became a hit single six years later. The duo's emotional delivery and combined star power made it an instant classic.
Watch the legendary duet that topped the charts

🎂 Rock Star Birthdays

• Tom Waits turns 74 on December 7th. He is best known for his distinctive gravelly voice and poetic songwriting, blending elements of jazz, blues, and experimental music. Waits is renowned for songs like "Downtown Train" and "Jersey Girl," which have been famously covered by other artists. An interesting fact is that Waits has also had a successful acting career, appearing in films like "Down by Law" and "The Ballad of Buster Scruggs." Experience Tom Waits' haunting performance of "Hell Broke Luce" 

• Harry Chapin would have turned 81 on December 7th. He was best known for his folk-rock storytelling songs, particularly the hit "Cat's in the Cradle." Chapin was also a dedicated humanitarian, co-founding World Hunger Year. Tragically, he died in a car accident in 1981 at the age of 38, but his legacy as both a musician and philanthropist lives on.
Relive the emotional impact of "Cat's in the Cradle" 

🕊️ Remembering a Legend

Bobby Fuller, American rock singer and guitarist, died on December 7, 1966, at the age of 23. He was best known for his hit song "I Fought The Law." Fuller was found dead in his car under mysterious circumstances, with the official cause of death listed as asphyxiation from gasoline inhalation. His untimely death remains a subject of speculation and conspiracy theories among music fans.
Discover more about Bobby Fuller's life and mysterious death 

Nico (born Christa Päffgen), German model and singer, died on December 7, 1988, at the age of 43. She was best known as a vocalist for the Velvet Underground and for her solo career. Nico died from a bicycle accident while on vacation in Ibiza, Spain. An interesting fact is that she collaborated with various avant-garde artists and filmmakers throughout her career, including Andy Warhol.
Watch Nico's Rare 1985 Interview Explaining Jim Morrison’s Influence 

🤔 Trivia Answer: 

The theremin was the unusual instrument that gave “Good Vibrations” its unique sound.

Have a Rockin' Day!
Hippy Pete