1957 Calypso makes its first mark on UK chart with entry of Banana Boat Song by Terriers. (hell yeah)
1958 Celebrates the birth of Martin Fry (ABC) Mr. Look of Love himself.
1974 Doobie Brothers debut on UK chart with “Listen to the Music”.
1977 Sex Pistols sign short-lived contract with A&M Records outside Buckingham Palace. “woot!”
1997 The Notorious B.I.G. is shot to death after a “Soul Train Awards” party.
Proving this time of year is ALWAYS a bit of a bore.