The English guitarist Jimmy Page was born on this day 1944 in West London. Page is best known as the guitarist and founder of the rock band Led Zeppelin. Page is widely considered to be one of the greatest guitarists of all time.
The Music for UNICEF Concert: A Gift of Song benefit concert was held at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City on this day 1970. ABBA, Bee Gees, Olivia Newton-John, John Denver, Earth, Wind & Fire, Rod Stewart and Donna Summer all perform at the show.
Previous Albums Of The Day
 No.1570 09/01/2021
The 1983 David Bowie album Let’s Dance was Co-produced by Chic’s Nile Rodgers, and opens with three hit singles Modern Love, China Girl and the title track. Critics were split on the commercial pop sound. Where do you stand? |
 No.1222 09/01/2020
The 1978 Jeff Wayne rock opera adaptation of H.G. Wells The War of the Worlds is a masterpiece. With Richard Burton as narrator, and performances by David Essex, Phil Lynott and Justin Hayward, what’s not to like. |
 No.856 09/01/2019
The 1995 album The Sound of McAlmont & Butler featured an unlikely partnership, David McAlmont formally of London band Thieves, and guitarist Bernard Butler who had just left Suede. Includes the incredible Yes and You Do. An odd couple’s perfect partnership. |
 No.484 09/01/2018
The 1983 album Synchronicity by The Police was the band’s last and most successful release. An experimental affair but never wavers from signature Police characteristics. Includes Every Breath You Take, King of Pain and Wrapped Around Your Finger. Your fav Police LP? |