What Happened August 15th In Pop Music History
It’s August 15th and these are some of the things that happened on this day in pop music history:
- In 1989, Joseph Adam Jonas was born in Arizona. With his brothers Kevin and Nick, he formed the Jonas Brothers, which has had hits like “Burnin’ Up” and “Sucker.” He also fronted DNCE of “Cake By The Ocean” fame.
- In 1981, Diana Ross and Lionel Richie started a nine-week run at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Endless Love.” The song, written by Richie, was from the movie of the same name.
- In 1991, Paul Simon performed a free concert in New York City's Central Park in front of an estimated 50,000 people. The show was recorded for the album and film Paul Simon's Concert in the Park.
- In 1992, “End Of The Road” by Boyz II Men started a 13-week run at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The group’s first song to top the chart, it broke a record previously held by Elvis Presley and won a pair of Grammys.
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.