What Happened September 6th In Pop Music History
It’s September 6th, and these are some of the things that happened on this day in pop music history:
- In 1988, the New Kids on the Block released their sophomore album Hangin’ Tough. In addition to the title track, it spawned hits like “You Got It (The Right Stuff),” “I’ll Be Loving You (Forever),” and “Please Don’t Go Girl.”
- In 1969, Cecilia Veronica Peniston was born in Ohio. As CeCe Peniston, she had a big hit in 1991 with “Finally.”
- In 1997, Elton John performed a new version of “Candle In The Wind” at Princess Diana's funeral. He replaced the line "Goodbye Norma Jean" with "Goodbye England's Rose” and became the best-selling single of all time.
- In 1986, Bananarama’s cover of 1969’s "Venus" went to No. 1 in the U.S.
- In 1971, Dolores O’Riordan was born in County Limerick, Ireland. She went on to be vocalist for The Cranberries, whose hits included “Linger.” After marrying Canadian Don Burton in 1994, she started spending summers in Buckhorn, Ont. O’Riordan died on Jan. 15, 2018 at 46.
And that's what popped on this day!
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See Timothée Chalamet As Bob Dylan
The 'Dune' star is set to play a young Dylan in James Mangold's biopic 'A Complete Unknown'. -
Bratz Reveals Sinéad O'Connor Concept Doll As Tribute To Late Singer
The doll has been introduced as a Women’s Month tribute to the Irish icon who unexpectedly died last July from natural causes. -
A Movie About AC/DC's Late Singer Bon Scott Is On The Way
The movie will not be a straight telling of his life but a “fictionalized narrative set in the 1960s.” -
Watch Madonna & Kylie Minogue Sing 'Can’t Get You Out Of My Head'
The two pop stars joined forces on stage in Los Angeles during Madonna's Celebration Tour stop. -
Watch A Trailer For The 'Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story' Doc
The four-part docuseries will begin streaming on Hulu April 26. -
Chris Martin Is Engaged To Longtime Girlfriend Dakota Johnson
The Coldplay frontman and 'Madame Web' actress have been dating for six years. -
Tyla Cancels Tour Due To Injury
The R&B star was set to play three shows in Canada this spring. -
Kesha Reclaims Her Voice, Teases New Music
The singer posted a teaser clip online for a possible new album. -
The Beaches Voted Artist of the Year For Women In Music Canada Honours
The WIMC celebrates Canadian innovators and creators who have had outstanding success in their field this past year.