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June 8, 1969 – Brian Jones Leaves The Rolling Stones

Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Charlie Watts visited Brian Jones at his home in Cotchford Farm to discuss his future in the group. The Stones later issued a press statement saying that Brian was leaving The Rolling Stones.

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Music reflects the time that it’s being made in, and so certainly, the music that’s being made in 1986 by a 14-year-old kid will reflect some magic of 1986 for him if he’s an inspired and creative musician. Chrissie Hynde

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June 7, 1964 – The Rolling Stones Booed Off Stage in Texas

During their first-ever US tour, The Rolling Stones were booed off stage at a gig in San Antonio, Texas. Some performing Monkeys who had been the act on before the Stones were brought back on stage for another performance.

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June 6, 1969 – Elton John Releases Debut Album Empty Sky

Elton John releases his debut album Empty Sky in the UK, (released January 1975 in the US). ‘Skyline Pigeon’ is the best-known song on the album, and is the only one which John, albeit infrequently, performs as part of his live shows.

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You build on failure. You use it as a stepping stone. Close the door on the past. You don’t try to forget the mistakes, but you don’t dwell on it. You don’t let it have any of your energy, or any of your time, or any of your space. Johnny Cash

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June 5, 1956 – Elvis Presley Gyrations on National TV Causes Panic

Elvis Presley appeared on ABC-TV’s ‘Milton Berle Show’. During the performance, Presley abruptly halted an uptempo rendition of ‘Hound Dog’. With a wave of his arm, he launched into a slow, grinding version accentuated with highly energetic, exaggerated body movements. Presley’s gyrations created a storm of controversy.

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Music is everybody’s possession. It’s only publishers who think that people own it. John Lennon

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June 4, 1976 – The Sex Pistols’ Legendary Appearance in the U.K.

The Sex Pistols appeared at The Lesser Free Trade Hall, Manchester, England. The now-legendary night is regarded as a catalyst to the punk rock movement. In the audience was, Morrissey, Bernard Sumner, Peter Hook (soon to form Joy Division) and Mark E Smith, (The Fall). Tickets cost £1.

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How To Get Your Music Heard (insert business)

Music is a competitive industry. You may have developed a sound that you want the world to hear, but with so many other talented artists out there it is difficult to get noticed. It takes more than musical talent to get heard. In music, a public image is crucial to success. Your web presence can…

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