The legendary music venue Fillmore East played it’s final show on this day 1971. The venue, owned by rock promoter Bill Graham, located on Second Avenue, Lower East Side of Manhattan, NYC, saw The Allman Brothers Band, Albert King, Mountain and The Beach Boys perform on the invitation only night.
Previous Albums Of The Day
No.1392 27/06/2020
The Neil Young album Mirror Ball celebrates a 25th anniversary today! Recorded in Seattle with Pearl Jam whose influence is clearly prominent throughout. Includes Peace and Love and the brilliant Downtown. Good to hear again after so many years. |
No.1025 27/06/2019
The 3rd solo album, The End of Innocence, by the lead vocalist and drummer for the Eagles Don Henley, is 30 years old today! The LP is his bestselling album, and features the title track, The Heart of the Matter and the wonderful New York Minute. His finest work? |
No.660 27/06/2018
The Joan Armatrading album The Shouting Stage is 30 years old this week! The LP was recorded at her home in her Bumpkin studio. Although not a big commercial success, was critically well received. Mark Knopfler made a guest appearance on a couple of tracks. The Shouting Stage, Living For You and Stronger Love were released as singles. |
No.295 27/06/2017
At My Age by Nick Lowe was 10 years old yesterday. Soul and country influences throughout this charming and humorous album. Love Long-Limbed Girl. |