11 May 1888. Popular songwriter, Irving Berlin, was born in Tyumen, Russian Empire. He composed hundreds of popular songs, including: Puttin’ on the Ritz, Cheek to Cheek, White Christmas, Anything You Can Do (I Can Do Better), and There’s No Business Like Show Business. pic.twitter.com/dxGx2lBs3N

— Prof. Frank McDonough (@FXMC1957) May 11, 2023

11 May 1941. Rock legend, Eric Burdon, lead singer of The Animals, was born in Newcastle upon Tyne. He’s regarded as one of the most distinctive rock singers and best live performers. John Lennon said he was the “egg-man” mentioned in the song, I am The Walrus. pic.twitter.com/A6zsP9K9ey

— Prof. Frank McDonough (@FXMC1957) May 11, 2023

#RIP #OTD in 1981, singer-songwriter ("One Love", "I Shot the Sheriff", "No Woman, No Cry") musician, Bob Marley died from cancer at the University of Miami Hospital, aged 36. Bob Marley Mausoleum in Nine Mile, Saint Ann, Jamaica https://t.co/OUJ4dRzBib pic.twitter.com/rIffuyf5SF

— RIP The Final Footprint (@RIPTFF) May 11, 2023

UK No.1 on this day in 1963: The Beatles - From Me To You https://t.co/23UoFBKQwC via @YouTube

— Prof. Frank McDonough (@FXMC1957) May 11, 2023

USA No.1 on this day in 1982: Vangelis - Chariots Of Fire https://t.co/ZPBmYlvxPj via @YouTube

— Prof. Frank McDonough (@FXMC1957) May 11, 2023

"I wanted a rhythmic reggae bottom, aggressive rock guitar, atmospheric keyboards in the middle, and Grace on top."— Producer #ChrisBlackwell#OnThisDay May 11, 1⃣9⃣8⃣1⃣ #GraceJones released 'Nightclubbing'. It's instant classic.#80smusic #80s #NewWave pic.twitter.com/m4GwfUarCq

— G.U.Mass (@GeorgiosMasman2) May 11, 2023

12 May 1928. Burt Bacharach was born in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. He was part of a successful songwriting duo with, Hal David, who wrote the lyrics that accompanied his music on all his most famous hits, including: Walk on By, Close to You, and Anyone Who Had a Heart. pic.twitter.com/i4umu8uYkb

— Prof. Frank McDonough (@FXMC1957) May 12, 2023

12 May 1942. New wave star, Ian Dury, was born in Harrow. He was the lead singer of Ian Dury and the Blockheads. His most well known record was the single, Hit Me with Your Rhythm Stick, which reached No.1 in the UK in January 1979, selling a million copies. pic.twitter.com/xoZsuHbRMY

— Prof. Frank McDonough (@FXMC1957) May 12, 2023

#RIP #OTD in 2001 singer ("'A' You're Adorable"; "Some Enchanted Evening"; "Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes"; "No Other Love"), Mr. C, Perry Como died at his home in Jupiter Inlet Colony, Florida, aged 88. Riverside Memorial Park, Tequesta FL https://t.co/pA3bOcGo5q pic.twitter.com/zpFlVCH6u7

— RIP The Final Footprint (@RIPTFF) May 12, 2023

USA No.1 on this day in 1970: The Guess Who- American Woman https://t.co/XdlJB3XBlQ via @YouTube

— Prof. Frank McDonough (@FXMC1957) May 12, 2023

UK No.1 on this day in 1978: Boney M. - Rivers of Babylon https://t.co/a2MyETwTut via @YouTube

— Prof. Frank McDonough (@FXMC1957) May 12, 2023

Hailed as the ‘Greatest rock’n’roll record of all time’ Exile On Main St. was released 51 years ago today. You can delve deep into the album on the Rolling Stones Experience: https://t.co/4L17xErxM8

“If I see a copy of Exile hanging about, I nick it and play it. I still love… pic.twitter.com/TckvstWuTo

— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) May 12, 2023

Remembering Ian Dury on his bithday. What a front man. What a band. Blockheads!pic.twitter.com/HIy06sSpsX

— Birmingham 81 (@Birmingham_81) May 12, 2023

#OnThisDay 1⃣9⃣6⃣7⃣ the #JimiHendrixExperience Are You Experienced
The album never hit number 1, but it was an immediate commercial success & within seven months had sold more than a million copies. One of the most important rock records of all time.#60smusic #60s pic.twitter.com/zeUFXotzR0

— G.U.Mass (@GeorgiosMasman2) May 12, 2023

13 May 1950. Soul Legend and musical innovator, Stevie Wonder, was born in Saginaw, Michigan, USA. He’s one of the most successful songwriters and musicians of all time. He is a pioneer and innovator in various genres including pop, rhythm and blues, soul, funk and rock. pic.twitter.com/nSwkQLsqeG

— Prof. Frank McDonough (@FXMC1957) May 13, 2023